How to take out an internal SSD screw.

grr_face1
Member

144

02-20-2016, 08:58 AM

Hello everyone -- the M2 screw for the internal SSD slot isn't coming out. I attempted several fixes using a hammer, rubber band, and pliers, but they didn't help. Eventually, I decided to drill out the head with a 2mm bit, hoping it would split the shaft. The head was removed, but the shaft remains in the socket and hasn't split yet. I'm trying to extract the shaft carefully to avoid further damage. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Please see the image attached.

grr_face1

02-20-2016, 08:58 AM #1

agarmor
Member

223

02-21-2016, 12:43 AM

The screw socket is secured to the motherboard using screws.

agarmor

02-21-2016, 12:43 AM #2

The screw socket is secured to the motherboard using screws.

jsdoyle
Member

02-21-2016, 12:51 AM

I'm not certain. It could be a friction fit or a screwed standoff. It comes from a Lenovo 15IRX9 i7. However, looking at the eBay picture from the back doesn't provide enough information to confirm.

jsdoyle

02-21-2016, 12:51 AM #3

I'm not certain. It could be a friction fit or a screwed standoff. It comes from a Lenovo 15IRX9 i7. However, looking at the eBay picture from the back doesn't provide enough information to confirm.

nahte5
Member

206

03-10-2016, 03:32 PM

My thought was... if it gets damaged, take it to a repair shop to remove it and replace it with the one in the middle. The same applies if it's soldered. Neither solution is something I'd want to attempt on my own due to the risk of further harm.

nahte5

03-10-2016, 03:32 PM #4

leMozaiek
Member

173

03-11-2016, 01:00 PM

Sure, you can explore that alternative. Replacing the part would be best. Another idea was to file down the shaft so it matches the socket, then secure the SSD with electrical tape. That seems possible too.

leMozaiek

03-11-2016, 01:00 PM #5

sebasdoce
Member

245

03-11-2016, 02:24 PM

It seems you're considering adding a smaller M.2 drive, such as the one linked here: https://www.newegg.com/corsair-2tb-mp600...6820982235

sebasdoce

03-11-2016, 02:24 PM #6

It seems you're considering adding a smaller M.2 drive, such as the one linked here: https://www.newegg.com/corsair-2tb-mp600...6820982235

Wither01
Member

201

03-13-2016, 02:16 PM

Sadly, I've already purchased the full-sized SSD. I think the most affordable fix would be to sand down the shaft and wrap it with electrical tape. It seems the screw won't come out without tools I don't own. Could you check if this approach is safe for the internal components?

Wither01

03-13-2016, 02:16 PM #7

Mollypawz
Junior Member

03-14-2016, 06:45 PM

There are screw extractor kits available. For instance:
https://www.harborfreight.com/screw...MI...gJGnPD_BwE
https://www.ifixit.com/products/pre...-M...6WW2nJ_Wns&gQT=1

Mollypawz

03-14-2016, 06:45 PM #8

There are screw extractor kits available. For instance:
https://www.harborfreight.com/screw...MI...gJGnPD_BwE
https://www.ifixit.com/products/pre...-M...6WW2nJ_Wns&gQT=1

Traqedyy
Junior Member

03-15-2016, 02:18 AM

Apply double-sided foam tape to the underside of the M.2 drive.

Traqedyy

03-15-2016, 02:18 AM #9

Apply double-sided foam tape to the underside of the M.2 drive.

LiamMazurek
Member

03-15-2016, 07:02 AM

#10

Hey sorry for the slow response. I was expecting the tools and finally received them today.
Good to hear. I'll remember this for next time.
It worked perfectly, thanks! I used 1mm thick weatherproof tape and added another layer on top to reach 2mm, since the initial thickness wasn't sufficient for sticking the SSD to the base.
https://imgur.com/a/0RAui5t
View: https://imgur.com/a/0RAui5t
Appreciate the help again

LiamMazurek

03-15-2016, 07:02 AM #10