HP Omen 880-130 Hard drive bay stuck inside with screws, cannot lift it up.

[Jitterdoomer]

I made a mistake trying to get one drive out and putting screw on the empty drive bay, but once I insert it, the screws inside blocked the drive bay, right now I cannot lift it up and when I try it, I will be breaking the top loader permanently, what should I do to remove these screws that blocking inside?

[Kuroi_Kenshi]

Hi @Jitterdoomer,

Welcome to the HP Support Community! 

Thanks for reaching out about your query regarding your PC!

We're thrilled to have the opportunity to assist you and provide a solution.

Try these steps:

Power Down and Disconnect:

• Turn off your HP Omen and unplug all cables, including the power cable.
• Press and hold the power button for about 10 seconds to discharge any remaining power.

Open the Computer Case:

• Remove the side panel of your HP Omen by unscrewing the screws that secure it in place.
• Carefully slide off the panel to expose the internal components.

Assess the Situation:

• Identify the hard drive bay that is stuck. Check to see where the screws are blocking the movement.

Use a Magnetic Screwdriver:

• Use a magnetic screwdriver to carefully remove any accessible screws that may be blocking the bay. This will help prevent screws from falling further into the case.

Manual Assistance:

• If the screws are not accessible through normal means, you may need to gently jiggle or wiggle the drive bay to create a little room to use the screwdriver.
• Be very gentle to avoid breaking the plastic or metal parts of the top loader or the drive bay itself.

Look for an Alternate Access Point:

• Some HP cases have an alternative way to access internal components. Check if there's another way to reach the obstructed screws from a different angle or part of the case.

Use a Pick-Up Tool:

• If screws are deeply embedded and hard to reach, consider using a flexible pick-up tool with a magnetic tip to grab the screws and pull them out.

I hope this helps.

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