Re: Bent Pins, Lost Screws

From: Dale Sykora (dalen_at_czexan.net)
Date: 02/04/05

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    Robert L Cochran wrote:
    > off acpi in the 667 kernel. Can anyone suggest how to find a screw
    > dropped in a laptop's motherboard area?
    You might try moving the laptop slowly in different directions and
    listen if the screw moves. Another thought is to poke around with a
    magnetized screwdriver and perhaps the screw will atract to the magnet.
    >
    > IBM Travelstar drive. Is there a better way to straighten hard drive pins?
    Tweezers work well for this delicate procedure. I also use them for
    bent uP leads. 

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