Disassemble query for laptop
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First rule is to give us the brand, model, and age of the laptop. We don't have enough information to help you.
Is it under warranty?
Any attempt to open the case by buggering up a screw voids most warranties.
Laptops are held together with a few (6 to 12) screws and some plastic snaps. You need to first remove the hard drive, memory modules, battery and optical drive to get to the parts that matter for a disassembly.
Most laptop screws are held in by blue or red retainer compound, so you need to know how to use a screwdriver. The first step is knowing which screwdriver. The second is knowing how to use it. Since you have apparently already disabled the system by buggering up the screws, you need to get some knowledgable help.
But as you go, you will need to figger out where the case clips and snaps are located, or you will break critical components that hold everything together.
From a tech standpoint, you have already shown you need help by buggering up the screw... either your screw drivers are poor quality or incorrect sizes.
You can easily get to the point where it will cost you real money to deal with getting this computer back to original condition.
Most laptop schematics are available on line, via a Google search, or the website of the manufacturer... remembering that you are voiding the warranty and upping repair costs on whatever you do.
Is it under warranty?
Any attempt to open the case by buggering up a screw voids most warranties.
Laptops are held together with a few (6 to 12) screws and some plastic snaps. You need to first remove the hard drive, memory modules, battery and optical drive to get to the parts that matter for a disassembly.
Most laptop screws are held in by blue or red retainer compound, so you need to know how to use a screwdriver. The first step is knowing which screwdriver. The second is knowing how to use it. Since you have apparently already disabled the system by buggering up the screws, you need to get some knowledgable help.
But as you go, you will need to figger out where the case clips and snaps are located, or you will break critical components that hold everything together.
From a tech standpoint, you have already shown you need help by buggering up the screw... either your screw drivers are poor quality or incorrect sizes.
You can easily get to the point where it will cost you real money to deal with getting this computer back to original condition.
Most laptop schematics are available on line, via a Google search, or the website of the manufacturer... remembering that you are voiding the warranty and upping repair costs on whatever you do.
can't find a dissamble guide at Acer. Also checked user manual.
But I did find this page : http://repair4laptop.org/disassembly_acer.html
Although it doesn't give your model exactly, you may be able to see similarities.
But I did find this page : http://repair4laptop.org/disassembly_acer.html
Although it doesn't give your model exactly, you may be able to see similarities.
Supposed to have a Service Manual here:
http://www.eserviceinfo.com/
As always, throughly scan the file before opening.
http://www.eserviceinfo.com/
As always, throughly scan the file before opening.
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you don't really need any "special" screwdrivers.. BUT there maybe a variety of screwdriver types and sizes to properly dissasemble a laptop. As raybay said, you'll need to be able to determine what screwdriver you need when. Most common are:
- Mini/electronic/jewelers/precision screwdriver kits (usually in a pocket sized case with screwdrivers with small heads)
- normal phillips head/flat heads
- Some devices require a security screwdriver, which is sometimes hard to find unless you know what you're looking..
However, if you have already damaged a screw head, then you'll need something to remove it, such as this or similar
Take it slow, especially if its the first time disassembling stuff.. observe where screws are, and where other fixed locks/clasps are as well. Don't loose any screws/important bits or something could get loose when you put it back together
finding answers on a forum sometimes takes time. Especially when people have lives to live outside of this world..
- Mini/electronic/jewelers/precision screwdriver kits (usually in a pocket sized case with screwdrivers with small heads)
- normal phillips head/flat heads
- Some devices require a security screwdriver, which is sometimes hard to find unless you know what you're looking..
However, if you have already damaged a screw head, then you'll need something to remove it, such as this or similar
Take it slow, especially if its the first time disassembling stuff.. observe where screws are, and where other fixed locks/clasps are as well. Don't loose any screws/important bits or something could get loose when you put it back together
finding answers on a forum sometimes takes time. Especially when people have lives to live outside of this world..
First, you need a screw removal compount that will loosen the fastener threadlocker compound... which is usually made up of polyglycol compounds, silica and dimethylbenzyl Hydroperoxide in a putty-like format on the threads to prevent screws coming loose through vibration. This solution is harmful to other components so should be used in extremely limited amounts.
Then you need a hard steel driver that fits the screw top exactly. Better quality drivers will be milled to fit, rather than compression stamped. Since we cannot see your computer and screw, we cannot advise you.
This is one area where a lot of experience is helpful. You do not want to bend the metal into which the screw fits, and you do not want to break off the screw... a real possibility... or you will need specialized comealongs.
You will need a replacement screw of the correct diameter, thread, and length when you put it back together. Usually screw sets are available on eBay for less than $12.
We advise that you do not do this yourself, based on what has happend so far.
Then you need a hard steel driver that fits the screw top exactly. Better quality drivers will be milled to fit, rather than compression stamped. Since we cannot see your computer and screw, we cannot advise you.
This is one area where a lot of experience is helpful. You do not want to bend the metal into which the screw fits, and you do not want to break off the screw... a real possibility... or you will need specialized comealongs.
You will need a replacement screw of the correct diameter, thread, and length when you put it back together. Usually screw sets are available on eBay for less than $12.
We advise that you do not do this yourself, based on what has happend so far.
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