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How do I get this special hex screw off my 5U server?

C

CrassTopher

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I have a 5U Server, and I am trying to open up the case to get at the power supply.

My plan is to replace it, since the server is not booting up. It flashes blue lights for a second or 2, but then doesn't do anything except lightly spin the fans.

All of the philips screws were no sweat coming off, but there is one screw (top middle) on the back of the unit that has a different type than Phillips.

It appears to be a hex screw, but it has a raised circle in the very center, making it impossible for me to get a hex wrench in it.

Is this some type or key, or special tool that I need?

Thanks in advance!

-Chris
 
Sounds like security hex. If you have a harbor freight freight near by you can get a set for cheap.

Kevin D.
 
Or take a small flat head that will fit in a corner around the dot and turn. Or normally that flat head will just break the dot off.
 
I did indeed find the bit I needed, at harbor freight. 33 piece security bit set on sale for $5.

the specific one was a 3/32" security bit.

Thanks Kevin D.

Of course, I happened to go when Harbor Freight was having their biggest sale of the year, so the final total was much more than $5. :eek:
 
Excellent.

Our HF opened right when I was starting a major deck project. About blew the deck budget just going to pick up a long level..

Kevin D.
 
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