looking for a lightweight power drill

Originally Posted by ilyaz

Up until now, I've taken apart all my computers by hand. I tried to use a power drill that I have to unscrew the myriad screw inside desktops and servers but found that it was too heavy and bulky. First, my hand got tired quickly. Second, I had a hard time reaching into corners etc.

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Any recommendations? Thanks!

It's not clear if what you've already tried was a battery powered cordless drill or a plug-in tool. I've been taking computers apart for decades -- literally -- and I've used cordless drills to do it. Those cordless screwdrivers don't have enough battery to last for long. If the weight of the battery is getting you down, a $30 Dewalt corded drill with a screwdriver bit will be a little lighter and a lot more powerful, and should last for a long, long time with reasonable care. In the end, though, you're going to have to use a regular screwdriver for some of the fasteners because they're hard to reach. Make sure you get a long Philips bit -- they have some that are about 6-8 inches long at Lowes for under $10.