Tools
StarTech.com 40-Piece Computer Repair Toolkit, 30-Bit Precision Screwdriver Set, for Laptops & Phones
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Digitus DN-CR-001 Cable Drum Unwinder, 150kg Max Load, 102-600mm Diameter, Zinc-Plated Steel
In stock
The small hardware that building and maintaining computers actually requires.
Precision screwdriver sets are the item worth owning properly. PC and laptop screws use several head types — Phillips, Torx, pentalobe on some Apple hardware — and using a slightly wrong driver rounds the screw, at which point removing it becomes a much bigger job. A multi-bit set with the right sizes prevents that. Magnetic tips matter more than they sound: dropping a screw into a working power supply is a genuine hazard.
Cable ties are how a build stays tidy behind the motherboard tray, and tidy cabling is not only cosmetic — it keeps airflow paths clear. Reusable hook-and-loop ties are easier to work with than nylon ones if you expect to change parts.
Cable ducting and adhesive channels do the same job on a desk, gathering monitor, dock and charger cables into one run.
The range covers StarTech, Hama, Digitus, Cables Direct and Evo Labs.
See also accessories.
Tools Buying Guide and FAQ
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What should I look for in tools?
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How do I choose the right one?
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