I've just built a new custom PC with 2 M.2 slots. I'm about to add another M.2 SSD but am missing the screw. I guess it's one of these: https://www.amazon.com/ZRM-Motherboard-Mounting-Accessories-Screwdriver/dp/B07BVRGVWY . Any idea where I can buy one of these screws (or a couple) in Cape Town?
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NorthPole
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Also ran into this issue. Went through two towns to find a screw and didn't come right.
Eventually went for this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GN8QHD6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Eventually went for this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GN8QHD6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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PhireSide
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I guess you could, in a pinch, use a dab of hot glue to secure the drive down until you manage to find a suitable screw. Slot the drive in place, then push it down onto the standoff and put a small dab of glue across the screw terminal.
How hot do modern M.2's get on that side of the board anyway? I doubt hot enough to cause an issue and to re-melt the glue should you go this temporary route
How hot do modern M.2's get on that side of the board anyway? I doubt hot enough to cause an issue and to re-melt the glue should you go this temporary route
jacosmit
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Ran into the same issue. My first HP NVMe came with the screw and a little screw driver. But it seem that all these are being dropped. Good luck finding one at a computer shop, I know our tech department ran out of these a while ago, before Covid hit.
I came upon 2 links -
www.ubuy.za.com
https://www.amazon.com/SGTKJSJS-M-2-Screw-NVMe-Mounting/dp/B07Q3DLCJ4 (might be a duplicate from post above)
Post edit: LOL, it's for the same thing :-D
I came upon 2 links -
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Post edit: LOL, it's for the same thing :-D
jacosmit
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I tell you, its bad. These tiny screws are like nothing else in the computer or laptop cases. And no, the OEM do not supply spare screws.
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Finding any screws for PCs in SA is difficult, I need to put some fan screws that actually work nicely compared to the horribly soft stuff that deform when you start screwing them inRan into the same issue. My first HP NVMe came with the screw and a little screw driver. But it seem that all these are being dropped. Good luck finding one at a computer shop, I know our tech department ran out of these a while ago, before Covid hit.
I came upon 2 links -
https://www.amazon.com/SGTKJSJS-M-2-Screw-NVMe-Mounting/dp/B07Q3DLCJ4 (might be a duplicate from post above)International Online Shopping Store for Premium & Luxury Brands | Buy Imported Goods at Ubuy South Africa
Shop for electronics, apparel, mobile phones, beauty products & more online from the overseas market at low prices in South Africa. Experience the best online shopping for global brands & products at Ubuy & get them shipped worldwide.
Post edit: LOL, it's for the same thing :-D
You could try Mantech electronics they do have a wide selection of screws. I bought these a while back for a turntable, suppose you can cut them down as required.
MS-SS-CH-M2X10 - MACHINE SCREW S/STEEL CHEESE HEAD M2x10
Mantech Electronics is an Electronic Components, Test and Measurement instruments, Consumables, Tools and Power Products, Distributor. Products are available from our branches and distributors throughout Southern Africa. We are committed to helping our customers succeed.!
www.mantech.co.za
CheddarByte
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It's the most impossible thing to find, I always end up using small screws from dead laptops.
You can get them on amazon but that means importing things.
This country is so messed up I can't even get a set of screws without shopping international.
You can get them on amazon but that means importing things.
This country is so messed up I can't even get a set of screws without shopping international.
Can't believe no one picked up this gem. Tsk tsk.
gottagoon
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Try these guys. They keep all kinds of weird and hard to find stuff:
NorthPole
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Well spotted
LandyMan
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Sounds like I need to come pick it up from a panelvan?