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    Type/Size of 6860FX CPU HeatSink screws.

    Discussion in 'Gateway and eMachines' started by rafaelsmith, Jun 3, 2008.

  1. rafaelsmith

    rafaelsmith Notebook Guru

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    I recently put a T9300 into my 6860FX. I had trouble with one of the 5 heatsink screws (#2 to be exact)...Luckily I was able to get it off without damaging the screw socket...but the screw head on the screw itself was damage to the point that I could not re-use it. So i just used the other 4...not really having any problems...CPU has been rock solid and temps very good...but for piece of mind I would like to replace that screw...I have checked my local hardware and radioshacks and they do not have anything that tiny.

    What size/type are those screws and is it possible to obtain replacements?
     
    rafaelsmith, Jun 3, 2008
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  2. Xirurg

    Xirurg ORLY???

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    try to contact gateway ;)
     
    Xirurg, Jun 3, 2008
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  3. jester1x

    jester1x Notebook Geek

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    Do you mean you had trouble with the silver colored screw w/spring over the northbridge chip or the black screws? I may be able to help you out.
     
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  4. rafaelsmith

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    It was one of the black ones.
     
    rafaelsmith, Jun 4, 2008
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    Yea for some reason the black ones are SUPER FREAKING tight. I almost stripped 2 of them -.- Remember kids, press down real hard! The motherboard can take it! But don't try to be a hercules.
     
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    You gotta use the right screwdriver
     
    el168, Jun 5, 2008
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  7. jester1x

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    I recommend using the Stanley 66-052 Precision Screwdriver Set, 6-Piece. In particular, the #1 screwdriver works perfect for the heatsink screws as well as the screws for the back panels. It fits perfectly which means no stripped screws.

    rafaelsmith, I'll send you a spare screw I have. No strings...just want to help a fellow forum member out. Just need your address.
     

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    The reason the black screws are tight. I noticed they use blue loctite on them. So, if you go to loosen them make sure your driver fits properly or you will have a chance of stripping the head.
     
    Maxprime1, Jun 5, 2008
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