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One of the short tiny screws on the bottom of my MacBook Pro came lose and is now gone. Since 2011 (when I got my mac) I've had to periodically check the bottom screws to make sure they were secure and now one has come out and is lost. My question is where can I buy new screws and what size are they? I already have and use a #00 Philips screwdriver from a sewing machine to screw them in.
W8016XUUAGU, Mac OS X (10.6.2)
Take it to your local Apple retailer. They will fix you up.
If your screws keep coming out get some Locktite Theadlocker
<http://www.loctiteproducts.com/threadlocking-mechanical.shtml>
Use a tiny bit on the end of the screw (it does not even need to go all the way around, just a very tiny bit will do). It will keep the screw from moving without the use of a screwdriver.
See those are helpful ideas but I was actual hoping to find a website that could sale the screws, I live in rual area. We have one mac store that is about 16 other stores as well, and don't have that kind of stuff on hand.
Common problem, I'm afraid. The locktite is the answer once you can find replacements. I got help from the Apple store when I damaged one but I also found my local reseller (who repairs on site) more helpful. He carries stock; Apple had to order it!
Without a service manual, it can be tricky to find the right replacement screw. Here's one source that can help: http://www.pbparts.com/shop.php/?keywords=screw+macbook+pro+bottom&search_reques t_button=+Search+ . As it says at the bottom of the page, email PBParts if you're confused.
FWIW: A drop of clear fingernail polish does the trick with screws.
screw came out of the bottom of my MacBook pro
