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Old screw on a brand new Z790

Old screw on a brand new Z790

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GanonCannon
Member
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02-19-2022, 04:26 PM
#1
Hey there, I saw your situation and thought about possible solutions. It sounds like the IO plastic might be interfering with aligning the motherboard. You mentioned trying a rubber band method, but the screwdriver isn’t holding the screw well. Maybe you could try using a different tool or adjusting the alignment slightly to see if that helps. If that doesn’t work, consider checking if the screws are tight enough or if there’s another way to secure them. Let me know what you try next!
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GanonCannon
02-19-2022, 04:26 PM #1

Hey there, I saw your situation and thought about possible solutions. It sounds like the IO plastic might be interfering with aligning the motherboard. You mentioned trying a rubber band method, but the screwdriver isn’t holding the screw well. Maybe you could try using a different tool or adjusting the alignment slightly to see if that helps. If that doesn’t work, consider checking if the screws are tight enough or if there’s another way to secure them. Let me know what you try next!

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Niqhtfall
Member
64
02-19-2022, 07:20 PM
#2
You possess certain instruments that allow you to remove the screw by drilling or employ an extractor to swap it out.
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Niqhtfall
02-19-2022, 07:20 PM #2

You possess certain instruments that allow you to remove the screw by drilling or employ an extractor to swap it out.

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CrazyBessyCat
Posting Freak
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02-19-2022, 08:56 PM
#3
Alright, I'll try my best. Thanks!
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CrazyBessyCat
02-19-2022, 08:56 PM #3

Alright, I'll try my best. Thanks!

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kcaz56
Senior Member
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02-20-2022, 04:20 AM
#4
The screw appears quite compact. If you don’t have a suitable extractor, and your drill bit is small enough, you might be able to widen the hole at the screw’s top to create a straight slot. It seems the screws are made from a softer material than aircraft grade, which could make this approach effective or risky. Proceed with caution, as it may help or hinder your situation. I’m uncertain if you can reach the opposite side, but when the screw is long enough, I’ve used a vice grip to turn it back and exposed the head for better access.
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kcaz56
02-20-2022, 04:20 AM #4

The screw appears quite compact. If you don’t have a suitable extractor, and your drill bit is small enough, you might be able to widen the hole at the screw’s top to create a straight slot. It seems the screws are made from a softer material than aircraft grade, which could make this approach effective or risky. Proceed with caution, as it may help or hinder your situation. I’m uncertain if you can reach the opposite side, but when the screw is long enough, I’ve used a vice grip to turn it back and exposed the head for better access.