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    Torx bits for 2.5" drive

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Cir99, Nov 27, 2010.

  1. Cir99

    Cir99 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Anyone know where I can get a torx set with bits small enough to take the screws out of a 2.5" hard drive? I have a set of security bits, but the smallest one I have is still too big.
     
    Cir99, Nov 27, 2010
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    talin Notebook Prophet

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    You must have a macbook (my macbook had the torx screws). I picked up a torx screwdriver set from Fred Meyer, I think it cost me around $15. Try your local hardware store if anything. :)
     
    talin, Nov 27, 2010
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  3. Cir99

    Cir99 Notebook Enthusiast

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    All the hard drives I've come across have torx screws holding the front plate on, this one is a samsung, I can't remember which computer I took it out of.

    I've had a look around my local hardware stores, but they don't have anything. I guess I'll have to search the computer stores nearby. Thanks.
     
    Cir99, Nov 27, 2010
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    ya youjr standard screwdriver set has them
     
    stamar, Nov 28, 2010
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