Freeing Seized/Frozen Laptop Screws

[Boris Devouge]

Robert L Cochran wrote:
> I know this isn't exactly an AMD64 question, but I assume we all build 
> boxes and along the way accumulated some expertise...anyhow, I have a 
> Compaq Presario V5120NR laptop computer. The memory access door has two 
> screws in it. One of these is captive and comes out part of the way. But 
> the other one is in a recessed hole and it seems to be frozen solidly in 
> there. My screwdriver is stripping some of the head off as I attempt to 
> twist the screw out. I know, I shouldn't do that. Is there a way to get 
> the screw unfrozen? Is there an ESD-safe version of WD40...or a 
> lubricant that is safe for the electronics underneathe?
> 
> Thanks
> 
> Bob 

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