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Non-Chemical How Can I Remove Backing From Hard Drive Magnets?

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I know I'm resurrecting the dead here, but wanted to share a method for removing Neos from hard drive mounts that worked well for me.

I use a larg-ish pair of Channel-Lock slip-joint (12" long) pliers for this -- simply place a jaw on the edge of 'short way' side of the mount, and the other jaw goes against the far edge of the Neo, and rests on the mount. LARGER pliers are a MUST, so the jaws can mount-up flush to the magnet. Simply apply a light squeeze - a light pressure is all you'll need - and the magnet should 'pop' right off. Never broke one using this method. ymmv
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