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    Just got t61 BUT missing a screw in the back..

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by dgcoupe, Jun 27, 2007.

  1. dgcoupe

    dgcoupe Notebook Consultant

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    exactly what title says, not really a big deal but kinda opens up a small tiny gap because it's missing a screw.
     
    dgcoupe, Jun 27, 2007
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  2. MDDZ

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    Where is it missing? I notice that it is in the bottom, on the right corner, close to the two USB ports.

    I am not sure it is missing or it is supposed to be that way.
     
    MDDZ, Jun 27, 2007
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  3. dietcokefiend

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    The screw near the 2 USB ports is for the optional security screw to hold in the optical bay. Optional, and the 2 screws came in the hardware box with your laptop.
     
    dietcokefiend, Jun 27, 2007
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  4. dgcoupe

    dgcoupe Notebook Consultant

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    mine is missing on the side where the single usb is right under where the 2 screws are at.. Umm bisde the green light.. if that make sense
     
    dgcoupe, Jun 27, 2007
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    Please post a picture if possible.
     
    Solidgun, Jun 27, 2007
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    mine is missing as well...i guess its normal
     
    eyecon82, Sep 25, 2007
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    The missing screw next to the single USB is to hold the CD/DVD player in place and prevent (easy) taking it off. You should have received a screw in a little plastic bag with your brand new computer; it goes there.

    There already are threads explaining this in details, with pictures.
     
    jbauchet, Sep 25, 2007
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  8. mah702

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    I have an R61 that was also missing the security screw to hold in the CD/DVD drive. There was no screw in a little plastic bag included in my order. I submitted a service request online and was sent an entire screw kit (every screw they use in the notebooks construction) for the R61 a couple days later. I guess I have all the backup screws I will ever need now :D I guess it was easier for them to send the whole kit instead of just the one screw.
     
    mah702, Sep 25, 2007
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  9. John B

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    same thread already exists on the first page
     
    John B, Sep 25, 2007
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