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Help cleaning my MacBook Pro ? So bothered !

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ItalianRacer

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Sep 23, 2011
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Hi,

I am new to the forums and have come here specifically to ask a question but I look forward to also becoming a part of it.

So I got my MacBook Pro about a year ago, and now I see that it is very filthy and me, being OCD as I am, is getting rattled at it.

The problem is the keys feel greasy. They are not that lacklustre and somewhat flat based style they once were, but instead they are splotchy, shiny, and feel greasy to the touch.

In between the keys there is brownish dust, or what appears to be just dirt.

I always took care of my MacBook with my life, made sure I washed my hands before using it, but I assume this is only natural that it will get dirty...I hope.

What can I do to clean it ? Because dare I say it, I am getting disinterested in my MacBook because I hate to see it in this condition.

I was told to use Windex by another Mac-user, my roommate, who actually made me realize how dirty it was when I used his new MacBook Pro to print off a reading for a class I had.

I am not sure what to use/what to do because the last thing I want to do is damage my MacBook in any way, shape, or form. I would like to clean the shell, or the outside as well.

I am disgusted by this...anyone help ?!?!
 
Ever so slightly moist microfiber cloth works well. For grease, I recommend rubbing(isopropyl) alcohol with a microfiber cloth as it breaks down greases such as skin oils which can get on keys.
 
Don't use windex. Bad idea. Use alcohol wipes and a can of air place the machine upside down and blow it liberally with the air. Watch the last year of your life come tumbling out of your keyboard
 
fullojellybeans said:
Don't use windex. Bad idea. Use alcohol wipes and a can of air place the machine upside down and blow it liberally with the air. Watch the last year of your life come tumbling out of your keyboard
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A can of air ? And that frightens me a little...have you done this before ? Sorry if I am asking; just the thought of place the machine upside down and watching stuff tumble worries me lol.
 
ItalianRacer said:
A can of air ? And that frightens me a little...have you done this before ? Sorry if I am asking; just the thought of place the machine upside down and watching stuff tumble worries me lol.
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Wow, your worry easily. It's a laptop, it's meant to be handled. Turn it off and turn it upside down, spray it down nice and good with the can of air, and once you're done wipe it down with rubbing alcohol, it'll be fine.
 
snaky69 said:
Wow, your worry easily. It's a laptop, it's meant to be handled. Turn it off and turn it upside down, spray it down nice and good with the can of air, and once you're done wipe it down with rubbing alcohol, it'll be fine.
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My personality, nothing personal buddy. :D What is this can of air you speak of ? Sorry, I just never heard of it.
 
entatlrg said:
Ah, first thing maybe don't wait a year to clean it.

Quicker than you could of written your post a wipe with a slightly damp cloth would of helped.

Just can't see how this can be a big deal???
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Never really noticed it to an extent, until I compared the two. Not even compared, I just used a newer MacBook for about 5 minutes and instantly felt a difference.

Big deal to me, individual personality makes everyone different.
 
ItalianRacer said:
My personality, nothing personal buddy. :D What is this can of air you speak of ? Sorry, I just never heard of it.
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Looks like this
removing-silicone-caulk.jpg
And contains compressed air.

That is all.
 
OmniCleanz from RadTech. It is non-conductible so No Worries using it on delicate electronics. Displays, keyboards, eyeglasses, iPhones, camera lenses... I clean all of them with OmniCleanz. It simply works, leaving no residue or streaks.

OmniCleanz is available bundled with microfiber cloths and in various sizes. The larger sizes are the best value. The last time I ordered some RadTech included a 1 ounce bottle for free; I wasn't expecting it and it was a nice gesture. The 1 oz. bottles are ideal for cleaning when you are on-the-go.
 
ItalianRacer said:
Hi,

I am new to the forums and have come here specifically to ask a question but I look forward to also becoming a part of it.

So I got my MacBook Pro about a year ago, and now I see that it is very filthy and me, being OCD as I am, is getting rattled at it.

The problem is the keys feel greasy. They are not that lacklustre and somewhat flat based style they once were, but instead they are splotchy, shiny, and feel greasy to the touch.

In between the keys there is brownish dust, or what appears to be just dirt.

I always took care of my MacBook with my life, made sure I washed my hands before using it, but I assume this is only natural that it will get dirty...I hope.

What can I do to clean it ? Because dare I say it, I am getting disinterested in my MacBook because I hate to see it in this condition.

I was told to use Windex by another Mac-user, my roommate, who actually made me realize how dirty it was when I used his new MacBook Pro to print off a reading for a class I had.

I am not sure what to use/what to do because the last thing I want to do is damage my MacBook in any way, shape, or form. I would like to clean the shell, or the outside as well.

I am disgusted by this...anyone help ?!?!
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How come you never take care of your MBP for a year?? Do you really love your MBP? :)
 
Thanks for the suggestions.

@Snaky69: I see, I will get on that right away. Will look into it.

@Mojo: I have heard of the product from a friend of mine who works at an electronics store and your testimonial has increased my confidence so I thank you.

@Badrottie: I never noticed it or else I would have...and I do clean it, just maybe not well enough...apparently.

Any other suggestions ?
 
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