I just got this keyboard for free because a few parts on the PCB need to be replaced.

But I have trouble getting it open because one of the screws has been completely mangled:

The screw sits directly under this spot:

But that’s also exactly where there is a PCB inside that I don’t want to ruin by not being careful.

The things where the screw is in looks like this: Bottom: Top:

I hope maybe someone has an idea how to get it open without destroying the PCB which is very close to it.

  • I don’t have a dremel, but I have a soldering iron. Just melting the plastic around the screw by heating it might really work. I will definitely try that!

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      21 year ago

      You could try soldering a bit to the screw and hope the solder is stronger than the grip of the plastic?