MoBo won't come out.

the.grunter · Post by **the.grunter** » Thu Jan 23, 2003 11:43 pm

I'm trying to remove my motherboard to, among other things, install a new heatsink (Alpha Pal 8045). Unfortunately when unscrewing it i get to the very last screw and it wont come out. I've tried and tried, but it comes out a little, then goes back in. Apparently some problem with the threading. Is there anything you can recommend to help me get it out? I really need to remove it.

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nexus_7 · Post by **nexus_7** » Thu Jan 23, 2003 11:45 pm

um, try using a needle nose plyers twist and pull.

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blade · Post by **blade** » Thu Jan 23, 2003 11:56 pm

That happens to me with about any mobo removal. What nexus said is what I always do too.

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eGoCeNTRoNiX · Post by **eGoCeNTRoNiX** » Thu Jan 23, 2003 11:58 pm

Try holding the Mobo Standoff from the back side of the mobo with a pair of pliers. I had a screw do this to me and that's how I fixed it.. eGo

Post by **FlyingPenguin** » Fri Jan 24, 2003 1:19 am

All you need to do is pull up on the screw slightly while unscrewing it. Even if you can just get a fingernail under it- once it catches it should back out as long as you don't press too hard on it.

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