Hello everyone. I have bought a replacement SSD and have been trying to replace. Removed the back cover no problem, then 'tried' to remove the original SSD torx T5, and it simply 'rounded off' it was/is that tight it wouldn't come undone. So now I have a rounded fixing holding the old SSD. Question is - how do I now remove this torx fixing...
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help with MacBook Air SSD replacement
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Well, that is a pickle.. That's unfortunate. I will preface this by saying I'm not responsible for you causing further damage, but you could try finding a screw removal tool/backout bit, or maybe a pair of needle nose pliers.... However, that thing is so small you might not be able to get a grip on it.. Try at your own risk. You also would need to be VERY careful to not touch anything else OR get metal shavings on anything.. That would be nearly impossible I think. You may cause further damage.. Make sure you do a backup of all your data somehow before you try anything!.. Time Machine etc.. If this was the first time you've taken the back off any computer and worked on one, I would suggest instead, finding a reputable local Mac repair shop. Good luck.
Yes it is a bit of a problem. The pentalobes came out no bother. The data is fine. photos and docs all on iCloud, other stuff on google drive etc. its only 128GB and with Office, Xcode and a host of other applications its getting full. Qt was the final straw really... So in a nut shell its just the apps that will need restoring.
I am going to have a think about what I can do - probs have to bite the Buller and go capo in hand to Apple/reapir
UPDATE: Disaster averted. I ordered a pair of precision side cutters and used these to grip the small screw and with a bit of care managed to break the loctite and then use torx to remove it. As a side not I have clean installed latest Big Sur beta and so far so good. Haven't had any issues yet...
Excellent! Good job! Also, good to know. Might you post the item link here so we all know should the need arise? Thanks!