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It's really tight.

It's really tight.

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FuryMissile
Junior Member
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05-03-2016, 03:57 AM
#1
I mistakenly installed the incorrect screw while securing the motherboard to the standoffs. The screw ended up about two-thirds inserted and is now jammed, spinning freely in an anti-clockwise direction with clicking sounds. I can’t remove the board because the screw keeps it fixed. From the back panel of the case I can see the screw tip. Using pliers didn’t help. It might just be a matter of strength—it won’t come out easily.
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FuryMissile
05-03-2016, 03:57 AM #1

I mistakenly installed the incorrect screw while securing the motherboard to the standoffs. The screw ended up about two-thirds inserted and is now jammed, spinning freely in an anti-clockwise direction with clicking sounds. I can’t remove the board because the screw keeps it fixed. From the back panel of the case I can see the screw tip. Using pliers didn’t help. It might just be a matter of strength—it won’t come out easily.

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ExagonHD
Member
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05-03-2016, 10:12 AM
#2
Place your thumb at the base of the standoff (as illustrated in pic #2), then apply pressure while turning the top with a screwdriver. This should push it upward until the thread remains intact and the screw comes out. After removing the standoff from the case, use needle-nose pliers to grip it and turn the screw again with the screwdriver to extract it. Be cautious, as you may not be able to replace the standoff because you’ve already threaded the hole.
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ExagonHD
05-03-2016, 10:12 AM #2

Place your thumb at the base of the standoff (as illustrated in pic #2), then apply pressure while turning the top with a screwdriver. This should push it upward until the thread remains intact and the screw comes out. After removing the standoff from the case, use needle-nose pliers to grip it and turn the screw again with the screwdriver to extract it. Be cautious, as you may not be able to replace the standoff because you’ve already threaded the hole.

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SnarlyKarli
Junior Member
7
05-03-2016, 05:36 PM
#3
I’ll attempt it and inform you once I’ve completed it. Thanks.
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SnarlyKarli
05-03-2016, 05:36 PM #3

I’ll attempt it and inform you once I’ve completed it. Thanks.

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MrKoolio1313
Junior Member
4
05-05-2016, 05:07 PM
#4
I believe you're grasping the point. I'll give it a shot soon and will update you. Thanks for the assistance. I'm already handling another case, so it shouldn't cause any issues.
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MrKoolio1313
05-05-2016, 05:07 PM #4

I believe you're grasping the point. I'll give it a shot soon and will update you. Thanks for the assistance. I'm already handling another case, so it shouldn't cause any issues.