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    Disassembling my TP, do I need to order some screws first?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by Amn, Sep 17, 2008.

  1. Amn

    Amn Notebook Geek

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    Hi all,

    Do I need to order some screws or something before disassembling my Thinkpad? I want to remove some dust from inside it, that has surely accumulated there, and would like to see what it is made of anyway. I have heard however that some screws used to keep the thing in one piece are single-use only. Is that true? I also have a small bag with a couple of screws that came with the machine, and I am not sure what those are for.

    I will be printing the disassembly manual from Internet prior to venturing off, so that I don't poke around with the screwdriver at places I should not be poking around.
     
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  2. Insanity187

    Insanity187 Newbie

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    I took apart my t60 before to clean it, and i just re-used the same screws. Be careful when you store them so you dont lose any, but other than that you should be okay.
     
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    That's correct some of the screws are nylon coated and are single use only. The hardware reference manual has all the details. A package of screws can be ordered as spare parts.
     
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    dallasb Notebook Enthusiast

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    Technically the screws are one use only. I've never had an issue reusing the screws, but the coatings on the end will wear after a while and need to be replaced. Paladin2 is correct, the kits can be purchased from IBM/Lenovo and they are not very expensive.
     
    dallasb, Sep 17, 2008
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