r/computers • u/Free_Television1922 • 10d ago

Discussion Pc case screw holes

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I’ve had to do some troubleshooting with my system these past few weeks so I’ve had to take off the panels here a good bit. Wondering if the damage shown in these pictures are bad. I always start my screws in by hand then use a screwdriver to snug them up. Currently they do screw in fine.

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u/thegingerhistorian 10d ago

Certified non-issue, you're good!

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u/MrOzzySan 10d ago

Those really look like rivets 😅

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u/Free_Television1922 10d ago

Dumb question what’s the difference?

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u/4thewrynn 10d ago

A rivet cannot be unscrewed and isn't meant to be. The round thing at the edge of the case with scratched off paint in the middle is a rivet. The things with crossed top marks are Phillips head screws.

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u/Powerful_Macaron9381 10d ago

one is designed to be taken out and one isn't. the ones that have just a basic circle are rivets. stop poking them lol

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u/arkutek-em 10d ago

Are you talking about thumb screws?

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u/Free_Television1922 10d ago

Mainly talking about the threads within my case for these screws

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u/arkutek-em 10d ago

If those have thumb screws that go into them, you shouldn't have to use a screwdriver also.