[SOLVED] How can i untie these plastic ties used for holding power cable inside my hp pc ?

[aniforever]

My PC is HP Envy Phoenix h9-1326in, i7. Its out of warranty now and my SATA III cable seems bad. So I am trying to replace it but unable to reach to sata 0 port because of these clumsy power cable wire system stopping me from reaching out to sata 0 port on the motherboard. It seems to me that i can get clear of the power cable by untying the plastic stripes holding around the cable, but have no clue how to untie these plastic stripes. This is a very simple problem but because of it am unable to change my sata cable. Please can anybody tell me through some video or pic on how to untie these plastic stripes and then tie back after i get my Sata III cable replaced.

I have attached the image of the plastic stripe causing me trouble
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I understand that this is a simple thing but since i have never used or encountered such plastic tie, its really difficult for me to deal with it!
Thanks in advance!

 

[Schlachtwolf]

A nail clippers is good, less chance of damage to other cables, you cannot untie and re-tie, they are a one way ticket but can be bought very cheap in any hardware store.

 

[SkyNetRising]

Those are called zip-ties. And of course you can cut them (with scissors).
They are meant for tidying wires together so they don't look like a rats nest.

 

[Mrgr74]

My PC is HP Envy Phoenix h9-1326in, i7. Its out of warranty now and my SATA III cable seems bad. So I am trying to replace it but unable to reach to sata 0 port because of these clumsy power cable wire system stopping me from reaching out to sata 0 port on the motherboard. It seems to me that i can get clear of the power cable by untying the plastic stripes holding around the cable, but have no clue how to untie these plastic stripes. This is a very simple problem but because of it am unable to change my sata cable. Please can anybody tell me through some video or pic on how to untie these plastic stripes and then tie back after i get my Sata III cable replaced.

I have attached the image of the plastic stripe causing me trouble
Image

I understand that this is a simple thing but since i have never used or encountered such plastic tie, its really difficult for me to deal with it!
Thanks in advance!

Hi @aniforever

As @SkyNetRising said, they are called zip-ties and as @Schlachtwolf suggested, you can use nail clippers, scissors, wire cutters or even the tip of a knife, though you of course do not want to nick or cut the wires or cables themselves.

Example of zip-ties for sale on Amazon.

 

[Phillip Corcoran]

Those straps are known as "zip ties" or "cable ties" and generally they are not reusable.
Easiest way to remove them is with a pair of Side Cutters like these:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Draper-Red...=side+cutters&qid=1592389735&s=kitchen&sr=1-5

You can order new zip ties online:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=zip+ties

 

[aniforever]

Thanks all of you guys for solving my problem

 

[aniforever]

Those straps are known as "zip ties" or "cable ties" and generally they are not reusable.
Easiest way to remove them is with a pair of Side Cutters like these:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Draper-Red...=side+cutters&qid=1592389735&s=kitchen&sr=1-5

You can order new zip ties online:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=zip+ties

Thanks for the Links sir. They were really helpful!

 

[Phillip Corcoran]

You can easily avoid damaging any cables by snipping through the zip-tie where there is a "gap" (ie at a point where the zip-tie isn't actually touching a cable).

 

[aniforever]

I am going to order these 100 cable tie stripes. Tell me if they are ok and fit for the job.
Link

 

[Phillip Corcoran]

Yes, they should be fine for securing PC cables and many other places around the house where you want to keep cables neatly together. When you've fitted them, snip off any excess length so they don't stick out and look unsightly.

 

[aniforever]

Yes, they should be fine for securing PC cables and many other places around the house where you want to keep cables neatly together. When you've fitted them, snip off any excess length so they don't stick out and look unsightly.

Ok, Thanks for the tip.