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    Stripped Screw on WiFi Adapterfor Sager NP9150

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by HawkeyeFan1987, Sep 19, 2013.

  1. HawkeyeFan1987

    HawkeyeFan1987 Newbie

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    I recently purchased a Intel Wireless AC 7620 to put in my Sager NP9150 and when I went to install it I got a little too eager and stripped the screw :( . It isn't the end of the world because the Killer 1103 is still fully functional, but I would like to install the Wireless AC adapter as I have a Wireless AC Router. I was wondering if anyone had encountered this situation or another situation involving stripped screws. Is there anything that can be done? I tried Gorilla Gluing a screwdriver to the screw, but it did not hold. I am somewhat hesitant to drilling the screw, but would consider it if someone could point me to the proper tool as this is an extremely tiny screw.

    I do not really want to send the machine anywhere to have it taken care of as it is for a screw and nothing functionality wise, but if anyone had an idea of pricing on this option, I would consider it. I thank everyone in advance for their input and give a preemptive eye roll to anyone who just wants to post a comment telling me I am stupid or something similar for stripping the screw. I am already aware of this.
     
    HawkeyeFan1987, Sep 19, 2013
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  2. R3d

    R3d Notebook Virtuoso

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    A little pricey, but this worked for me when I had a stripped screw in my notebook. Make sure the screw has enough clearance around it to use it though. You can probably contact your reseller for another screw too.
     
    R3d, Sep 19, 2013
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    HTWingNut Potato

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    rubber band and lots of downward pressure.
     
    HTWingNut, Sep 19, 2013
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    Tsunade_Hime such bacon. wow

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    If the screw is miniscule like on WLAN screws, doesn't always work.

    For really nasty screws, I've soldered the tip of the screwdriver to the screw and unscrewed it. Also I've dremeled off the screw head. Note: I'm not responsible of anything you try and make it worse. :)
     
    Tsunade_Hime, Sep 22, 2013
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    Thank you all for your responses. I tried the rubber band trick, it didn't take unfortunately. I considered soldering the screw to a screwdriver as Tsunade suggested, but I ultimately decided I should avoid that if possible. I finally took the plunge and ordered the Neijisaurus screw extracting pliers that R3d suggested. They arrived today and I have to admit I was skeptical that they would work, but Neijisaurus proved me wrong and his adventures in screw removal continue. Now I can adventure in the land of Wireless AC speeds! Once again, thank you to everyone who posted, your input as always is greatly appreciated and what makes me such a fan of this forum.
     
    HawkeyeFan1987, Oct 9, 2013
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