[hard drive] Need to know where can locate security hex screwdri
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scoopy03 @ 30th Oct 04:26PM:
[hard drive] Need to know where can locate security hex screwdri
The usb port on my external hard drive is broke. One of the gold connections is broke and won't allow connection to be made. I tried to locate the security hex at sears but supposeably only special order if they have it in their catalog. Is there anywhere online besides Ebay to look for the security hex I need to remove the hard drive from the case.
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Smoove910 @ 30th Oct 05:25PM:
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small flatblade screwdriver? That's what I've used to tighten/loosen screws on an external...
You are talking the hex screw in which the head has a post in the middle?
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srr2 @ 30th Oct 05:45PM:
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Have a Harbor Freight nearby? They have a couple of kits of security fastener drivers that might contain what you're looking for. They're reasonably priced too.
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Tursiops_G @ 30th Oct 05:51PM:
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Is it a Security Hex (6-sided Flat, w/ Post in the center) head, or a Torix (Star) head?
If it's a Torix, you should be able to find the appropriate bit at a local Auto Parts store (GM uses a lot of Torix screws)... ;)
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psafux @ 30th Oct 06:26PM:
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said by Tursiops_G :
Is it a Security Hex (6-sided Flat, w/ Post in the center) head, or a Torix (Star) head?
-Tursiops_G.
You mean Torx?
Its probably the security screw anyway. Recently in this same forum, I was discussing my dislike for external drive manufacturers that follow the practice of having to buy special tools or require the end user to rip apart the enclosure to get to the drive.
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anon @ 30th Oct 11:02PM:
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said by psafux :
You mean Torx?
Most likely, I haven't seen a "security" hex used for anything in ages. And many think a Torx is a hex head.
A Torx will be the same sort of tool used for modern hard drives. A security Torx has a pin in the center to prevent the use of a standard Torx driver.
If the OP can post a pic of the screw head, it can be properly ID'd.
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scoopy03 @ 31st Oct 01:24AM:
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said by sdgthy :said by psafux :
You mean Torx?
Most likely, I haven't seen a "security" hex used for anything in ages. And many think a Torx is a hex head.
A Torx will be the same sort of tool used for modern hard drives. A security Torx has a pin in the center to prevent the use of a standard Torx driver.
If the OP can post a pic of the screw head, it can be properly ID'd.
it is definitely security hex because it has hole in center and isn't a torx. I do know what a torx looks like :)
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scoopy03 @ 31st Oct 01:25AM:
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said by srr2 :
Have a Harbor Freight nearby? They have a couple of kits of security fastener drivers that might contain what you're looking for. They're reasonably priced too.
there is one located a good distance away. just checked website and none are going to be able to get into the hole to even reach the screw.
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tahoejeff @ 31st Oct 06:03PM:
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Use these search terms on Google. I got all kinds of results. Most are Torx, but there are some hex too.
tamper resistant hex-key
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scoopy03 @ 1st Nov 01:05AM:
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said by tahoejeff :
Use these search terms on Google. I got all kinds of results. Most are Torx, but there are some hex too.
tamper resistant hex-key
only see standard hex and lots of torx.
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Camelot One @ 1st Nov 09:01AM:
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Is this a Seagate External? If so you'll need one of these: »www.wihatools.com/700seri/719hex.htm
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Mister_E @ 1st Nov 11:50AM:
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Look here:
»www.tamperproof.com/
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Camelot One @ 1st Nov 02:06PM:
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I couldn't find any security Hex on their site.
Back when I bought mine, Wiha said they were the only shop authorized to sell them. I don't know if that is true, but I couldn't find them anywhere else. I think I even had to fax in paperwork stating I owned a repair shop, as they refused to sell this particular bit to the public. (I don't see any reference to that on their page now though)
The only time I've run into the security hex has been on Seagate externals. Everything else has either been standard, or Torx tamperproof.
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ironwalker @ 1st Nov 11:21PM:
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Stop by any local auto garage and ask when the snapon or mac guy comes around, meet him there and buy one.
Some auto part stores have them too.
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daveinpoway @ 2nd Nov 04:46AM:
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Check out this set- they sell it at Fry's Electronics: »www.toolsqwik.com/storefrontprof···34494964
It has both SAE and metric tamperproof hex bits.
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scoopy03 @ 3rd Nov 03:40PM:
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said by ironwalker :
Stop by any local auto garage and ask when the snapon or mac guy comes around, meet him there and buy one.
Some auto part stores have them too.
only 4 auto parts stores around without going more than an hour away. there's napa,pep boys,advance auto, and autozone. i have tried all of them already and even different stores with these companies.
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anon @ 3rd Nov 10:35PM:
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You still didn't find anything? You can order bits from here: »www.techni-tool.com/
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pog @ 6th Nov 04:31PM:
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Because of the odd shape, you can often use the tip of a full-size pair of scissors. Don't overexert, though... you'll strip the head.
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scoopy03 @ 6th Nov 08:45PM:
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said by pog :
Because of the odd shape, you can often use the tip of a full-size pair of scissors. Don't overexert, though... you'll strip the head.
was a thought but doesn't work.
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Camelot One @ 6th Nov 08:58PM:
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Are you just opposed to ordering the bit online?
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scoopy03 @ 7th Nov 03:22PM:
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said by Camelot One :
Are you just opposed to ordering the bit online?
no i am not. i tried techni tool. they have a $50 minimum on there.
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Camelot One @ 7th Nov 05:58PM:
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Try my wiah tools link. I think its $5 for 2 bits.
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MnR @ 8th Nov 02:00PM:
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Hi,
Did you answer the question on what brand the external drive is?
If you dont like the case it cme in you can alway break open the case and get either a dock or a new case cheap
MnR
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scoopy03 @ 8th Nov 04:55PM:
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said by MnR :
Hi,
Did you answer the question on what brand the external drive is?
If you dont like the case it cme in you can alway break open the case and get either a dock or a new case cheap
MnR
I plan on making the external a internal hard drive. As I have mentioned before the usb port doesn't work no longer so that's what I'm taking it off of the enclosure.
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Tursiops_G @ 8th Nov 05:24PM:
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You mentioned that the screws are recessed... How deep?
If they're not that deep, could you possibly cut a Slot in the case and screw head with a Dremel cutting wheel, in order to use a small flat-blade screwdriver...?
-Tursiops_G.
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scoopy03 @ 8th Nov 05:39PM:
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said by Tursiops_G :
You mentioned that the screws are recessed... How deep?
If they're not that deep, could you possibly cut a Slot in the case and screw head with a Dremel cutting wheel, in order to use a small flat-blade screwdriver...?
-Tursiops_G.
two inches or so.
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Mdoc @ 9th Nov 02:41AM:
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said by Camelot One :
Are you just opposed to ordering the bit online?
No... see Snoopy sleepin' it off?
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Mdoc @ 9th Nov 02:58AM:
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Get 'em at McMaster-Carr:
»www.mcmaster.com/#security-hex-keys/=4fa5ci
Both ends of the L-wrench fits the security hex.
edit: the last three lines for L-wrenches fit the security hex only on one end.
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scoopy03 @ 10th Nov 02:49AM:
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These seem to be the ones I will need.
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Mdoc @ 10th Nov 02:39PM:
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If you will show 'em your business card or show you need it for business purposes, they'll give you a free catalog. It's multi-thousand of pages thick, and it's well worth getting it, too--if you want one.
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