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Need assistance with MBO? Let me know what you're looking for!

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Jadee05
Junior Member
19
02-10-2016, 04:53 AM
#1
I currently have Intel i7-6700k. My current mobo it's a Asus Pro gaming z170 but there is one screw stuck and I can't remove it. Anyway, I need help to get a new motherboard but I'm not very familiar since I bought it prebuild.
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Jadee05
02-10-2016, 04:53 AM #1

I currently have Intel i7-6700k. My current mobo it's a Asus Pro gaming z170 but there is one screw stuck and I can't remove it. Anyway, I need help to get a new motherboard but I'm not very familiar since I bought it prebuild.

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Fordtuff18
Member
141
02-10-2016, 01:13 PM
#2
For board compatibility, any model labeled z170 or z270 should suffice. Regarding removing the screw, please specify which one and feel free to share a photo if helpful.
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Fordtuff18
02-10-2016, 01:13 PM #2

For board compatibility, any model labeled z170 or z270 should suffice. Regarding removing the screw, please specify which one and feel free to share a photo if helpful.

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GMB_01
Member
231
02-10-2016, 07:06 PM
#3
This specific area cannot be altered.
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GMB_01
02-10-2016, 07:06 PM #3

This specific area cannot be altered.

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02-12-2016, 07:19 AM
#4
it seems you could gently tap a Torx bit in there, perhaps with some vice grips, though there might not be enough vertical space. it’s also a good position to use a saw or grinder to carve a slot for a flat head, or employ a reverse drill bit to remove it. proceed with caution if you’re unfamiliar with these techniques—there are plenty of YouTube tutorials on all of them. other approaches could work just as well; these are the ones I rely on most. edit: also, it can be challenging, but you might manage by going under the board with the right tools (small vice grips, locking forceps, etc.), and attempt to unscrew the whole riser while the board is out. also, keep in mind that all these methods will produce metal shavings, so ensure they’re thoroughly vacuumed away.
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lightninglogan
02-12-2016, 07:19 AM #4

it seems you could gently tap a Torx bit in there, perhaps with some vice grips, though there might not be enough vertical space. it’s also a good position to use a saw or grinder to carve a slot for a flat head, or employ a reverse drill bit to remove it. proceed with caution if you’re unfamiliar with these techniques—there are plenty of YouTube tutorials on all of them. other approaches could work just as well; these are the ones I rely on most. edit: also, it can be challenging, but you might manage by going under the board with the right tools (small vice grips, locking forceps, etc.), and attempt to unscrew the whole riser while the board is out. also, keep in mind that all these methods will produce metal shavings, so ensure they’re thoroughly vacuumed away.

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JolyStNick
Junior Member
16
02-14-2016, 01:30 AM
#5
Alright, I'll try that.
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JolyStNick
02-14-2016, 01:30 AM #5

Alright, I'll try that.