Unable to take off screws from the CPU cooler (Athlon)
Unable to take off screws from the CPU cooler (Athlon)
The screws are completely stuck, any suggestions? I don’t think drilling another hole is the best idea—just tossing the cooler out would be easier. I really need to clean it up.
Take a pair of Vise Grips and hold the screwdriver shaft. Apply the appropriate size bit and press down into the screw while turning the grips clockwise.
Sure thing! Glad you're on board. This might be a bit challenging because the screwdriver is tiny, but it’s the best option available. It’s also a smart move to consider an alternative, though I don’t have an airblower for my PC—just one for my computer that probably won’t cut it. Still, if nothing else works, we might find another way!
I've handled this before with laptops that have tough screws—actually, the same screwdriver you own but upgraded. You can also try pliers if you can hold the shaft and turn it at once. This might work better if you have access to a can of air or an air compressor.
You're asking about water's effect on electronics. I experienced it firsthand with a Pentium 1 CPU that got wet multiple times—especially during rainy summers when windows were open. It ended up soaked, so I had to turn it upside down for a while to let the water drain. Usually the machine was unplugged, though sometimes it was plugged in but off. It still worked, at least. A few years ago I tried something similar, and I used a plastic cover over the CRT monitor to protect it from storms. In Germany, we often put things in the dishwasher, which also works for keyboards.