Possible to put components of HP dv5t-1000 into new body?

I have had my HP dv5t since August 2008. It has an intel Core 2 Duo P8600 2.4GHz Processor and I have 4 gigs of memory installed with integrated Intel 4 Express Graphics and a 250 gig hard drive. Basically, I love my laptop's performance and components, but the build of my laptop is sub par. The keyboard sticks and the hinge for the LCD lid is loose. As a college student I am also not thrilled with it's thickness and bulky design. I have had to send it in for repairs to HP using my warranty because of display interference with the hinge wearing out, but the problem continues to return. Is there any way I can use the components in my laptop now in a new body that won't cause me so much trouble, or is it cheaper to simply buy a new laptop? I have considered sending it in for repairs to HP again, but after 3 "repairs" I have lost faith in their ability to solve the bad design problem.

 

Laptops are designed with the case in mind, it's no simple matter to switch innards between different casings (mobos are custom designed, parts, mounting etc). Unless you simply want to move your components into an empty case of the same make and model, getting another laptop is the way to do.

 

Yeah, if you want a new build you're going to need an entirely new laptop.

I would suggest something not from HP .

 

I believe that if you have to send it to HP again for repairs, they would be obligated to replace the computer entirely. I'm not too sure about this though.

 

Do you know anybody in a trade school with access to a CNC mill? You could have them build you a nice tough case out of aluminum. I'm sure it would be just like a Toughbook.

Sorry.

Most computer manufacturers solve design problems and then work them into new models. It is very seldom that they retrofit older models with improved parts unless they believe they are about to get sued.

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HP Limited Service Enhancement for Left Display Hinge Ended on May 31st, 2009 - HP Customer Care (United States - English)


If you look here you will notice the term "case manager". I think that might be your answer. If you are having to send the machine in for a fourth time I would ask to speak with one of these mystical "case managers". Make sure they know about all the problems you are having with the computer (hinge, keyboard, etc).

If you get a snotty tech on the phone from India or Pakistan (no offense to anyone ) just hang up. If you get a tech who sounds like they are in the US or Canada (I'm terrible) let them know how much you love HP and that you just want your machine fixed. And always keep your cool when talking with a tech or a case manger.