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Try putting a rubberband on the head to get traction or if that doesn't work you may need a screw extractor like this

Moody Tools 58-0670 6-Piece Slot/Phil/Screw Extractor Combo Reversible Driver Set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000JCT3W0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_MYZFBC2DEN41W2CQQBPE

A computer repair shop might help too but I would guess you could buy your own extractor tool for what they would likely charge

Then you need this tool to extract the screw: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000JCT3W0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_FWVABTK25334Y9992DM5

Just beware you will need to get a replacement screw.

This screwdriver set has extremely sharp ends and you place it on the side (just left/right of center on the flat part) of the screwhead, and not directly in the center.

I just ordered these on Amazon, I'm not 100% sure but they say the smallest in that set is 1.1mm which should hopefully be small enough to extract it... if not, it's gonna be the drill bit method.

While working in a previous IT position, I picked these up from Amazon. Saved my bacon more than a few times. Good luck!

I've used these in the past with great success. You can hammer and glue them in as well.

https://www.amazon.com/Moody-Tools-58-0670-Extractor-Reversible/dp/B000JCT3W0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1492731155&sr=8-1&keywords=precision+screw+extractor

Glad people steered you towards Wiha - that's what I swear by to work on laptops and small electronics. I've tried a variety of other less-expensive screwdrivers and the precision just isn't there.

You might consider adding this set of stripped screw extractors to your toolkit: http://www.amazon.com/Moody-Tools-58-0670-Extractor-Reversible/dp/B000JCT3W0/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1455678944&sr=8-7

Saved my bacon a few times when working on laptops and ended up stripping some heads (see above comment about cheaper screwdrivers).

These: http://www.amazon.com/Moody-Extractor-Screw-driver-Aluminum/dp/B000JCT3W0/ref=wl_it_dp_o?ie=UTF8&coliid=I2XQF9VE0OO72R&colid=2IGJE4TFOPKEQ

haven't ordered them yet, but I've heard good things and I fully intend to (probably after I need them yet again :) )

If doing it your self get a tool like this one from Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Moody-Tools-58-0670-Extractor-Reversible/dp/B000JCT3W0/ref=psdc_551238_t1_B09C5MNHQY

If you get another screw extractor tool be sure not to use a power screw driver. Situations like this you need to do by hand. Dont want a power tool to grind out more metal shavings. The screw is too far gone and in a hole to go after it with pliers.

You might want to replace that screw driver you are using too. The bit head may be also messed up. You dont want to mess up the next screw in one of your builds.

Use support on the opposite side so you dont over flex the board. Go slow. Tape over the graphics slot and any near by slots if needed.

Alternatively (beside taking it to a shop just yet) you can sacrifice the cooler retainer to save the mother board. Its probably the safer method and cheaper. Even if you get the screw out your short a screw (I dunno if you have a spare handy).

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Get this mechanical screw extractor set from moody tools. Designed for this exact task. The set also has fantastic screwdrivers, last a lifetime. https://www.amazon.com/Moody-Tools-58-0670-Extractor-Reversible/dp/B000JCT3W0

There are special screw drivers for stripped screw. Sometimes called a "screw extractor"

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For laptops and small electronics, I recommend this set, it works well. Moody Tools 58-0670 6-Piece Slot/Phil/Screw Extractor Combo Reversible Driver Set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000JCT3W0/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_HAYPCDGJY5W4KFTFM5DK

I have used a kit like this one on a laptop screw (don't buy it here the price has since doubled)

https://www.amazon.com/Moody-Tools-58-0670-Extractor-Reversible/dp/B000JCT3W0

I took it apart and put the tip into a drill, had to use a good amount of pressure and just held it on there as I ran the drill slowly, it all the sudden grabbed and started the screw.

You can get a set of screwdrivers specifically for extracting stripped screws:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000JCT3W0/ref=ppx\_yo\_dt\_b\_search\_asin\_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/Moody-Tools-58-0670-Extractor-Reversible/dp/B000JCT3W0/ref=pd_lpo_469_t_2/132-6733305-5556035?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B000JCT3W0&pd_rd_r=bb1cc19b-205b-44ab-b1c2-8ea9a3fd958d&pd_rd_w=yUmTb&pd_rd_wg=YG3Za&pf_rd_p=7b36d496-f366-4631-94d3-61b87b52511b&pf_rd_r=AVXPZPJH7168AD9KQ53X&psc=1&refRID=AVXPZPJH7168AD9KQ53X

Since some dumbass decided to downvote me instead of helping you, here's the extractor set: https://www.amazon.com/Moody-Tools-58-0670-Extractor-Reversible/dp/B000JCT3W0/ref=sr_1_7?keywords=mini+screw+extractor&qid=1575379519&sr=8-7

This is what I used to remove a bunch of stripped logic board screws on a MacBook, takes patience and some back and forth wiggling of the extractor. As an alternative, you could try a Torx screwdriver and a rubber band in between the screw and the driver and see if that helps.

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If you're going for the cheap hex key + JB weld route check out your local hardware store.

Cheapish screw extractor set to try: https://www.ifixit.com/Store/Tools/Precision-Screw-Extractor-Set/IF145-118-1 or https://www.amazon.com/Moody-Tools-58-0670-Extractor-Reversible/dp/B000JCT3W0; reviews are mixed on these though.

For power tools, there are a couple of different options:

• Dremel / rotary tool: your best bet is probably to get a very small diamond burr kit and slowly mill a slot into the screw head that a flat-head driver could catch. A cutting wheel could also do this but you'd definitely damage things around the screw. Amazon sells these, as would your local hardware store.
• Drill: I'm not sure if they make small-enough left-handed bits for this, but that's normally what you'd use to get out stripped screws. Barring that, you can drill straight through the screw (which will damage the standoff; get ready to use epoxy or VHB to secure the replacement part in place), Again, hardware store or Amazon.

If you cross-threaded the screw, you'll need an extractor set like this and a replacement screw.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000JCT3W0

If you overtightened the screw, that should also help.

You've stripped the head? These might work: https://www.amazon.com/Moody-Tools-58-0670-Extractor-Reversible/dp/B000JCT3W0

I use these for work. They may seem a bit steep, but even the normal screwdrivers in this kit are better that most precision drivers.

I don't know what size screws you have but they make screw extractors in different sizes and styles for removing stripped out screws.