Of course. Glad to do it. If you follow some basic instructions it can be VERY VERY easy. The big stuff you will need:

1. a set of precision tools to unscrew small screws. this one is great--and cheap at $14--and has gently magnetized heads so that when you unscrew a tiny screw, it will stick on and you won't drop it inside your computer.
   
   
2. static bracelet. Get one here for $5. you will connect this to a suitable ground and it will prevent you from accidentally discharging static electricity to the inside of your machine.
   
   
3. YOUR specific components. For a laptop, you will likely need a 2.5" sized SSD (solid state drive). Here's a good sized one (480GB) on amazon for $50.00.
   
   
4. A guide for taking parts out of YOUR specific computer. If you tell me the make and model of your machine, I'd be happy to find a tutorial that shows the correct process.
   
   most of the time HDD replacement is fairly easy. you usually just open a compartment, unplug some wires, unscrew some screws and then do the same steps in reverse order to complete the upgrade.
   
   The parts AND tools listed above come to about $70 plus tax for a brand new SUPERFAST hard drive. If you wanted to do a RAM upgrade at the same time, I would estimate that to be around a $60 cost, putting your TOTAL ALL IN COST at $130, down from $400 lol.
   
   

   You can do it!!
   

   
   and feel free to ask any questions you like.

The cheap options, should be good enough for a Pro Controller.

The good option. Probably overkill for just the controller, but this thing is amazing for general use. It has bits very few kits do. The screwdriver is fantastic.
If you do other sorts of electronics stuff I highly recommend this kit.

I've used this cheap kit from amazon to put together a few PCs, do some laptop repair, and pretty much any thing else that didn't require insulated tools or a drill. The bits didn't snap the moment I misused them, so the quality is decent. The included hex/socket(?) is also great for putting in standoffs. The handle leaves a bit to be desired in ergonomics, but you could always buy a more comfortable handle - these bits are a standard size.

edit: fixed link to make automod happy

OP, if you are in the market for a precision set, these $15 sets are pretty nice. On par with the older iFixit kit sets, way better than their current stuff. Buddy and I have the same set, seem to be hard-wearing tips and includes your #2 Phillips.

Syntus 63 in 1 Precision Screwdriver Set with 57 Bit Magnetic Screwdriver Kit Electronics Repair Tool Kit for iPhone, Tablet, Macbook, Xbox, Cellphone, PC, Game Console, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071PB4RPV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_nfujDbR06HW0P

$20 or less: a good pen light or wowtac headlamp.
https://www.amazon.com/LUMINTOP-Penlight-Rendering-Diagnostic-Waterproof/dp/B07C9XP692/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?keywords=iyp365+lumintop&qid=1574031374&sprefix=iyp&sr=8-2

https://www.amazon.com/Headlamp-Headlight-Rechargeable-Waterproof-Headlamps/dp/B071HW5XQH/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=wowtac+headlamp&qid=1574031445&sprefix=wowtac+headlamp&sr=8-2

Edit: looks like these are priced a bit over $20 currently, but if you search around, you can get them for $20.



$50 or less: I like to give the wera multi bit screwdriver and a makita bit set.

https://www.amazon.com/Wera-05051024001-Kraftform-BithoCSLDing-Screwdriver/dp/B001HSNHM2/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=wera+multibit+screwdriver&qid=1574031498&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&sprefix=wera+multi&sr=8-3

https://www.amazon.com/Makita-B-46919-Impact-Torsion-Insert/dp/B0042CF03Y/ref=mp_s_a_1_10?keywords=makita+bit+set&qid=1574031539&sr=8-10




$100 or less: I've got nothing for this one, possibly a battery for the persons choice of cordless tools?

I have the 26pc set. The magnetic holder works well, however it does make it harder to see the depth when going into wood. The double ends work, but the included pair are a hair short of being more useful. I think they do make long ones.

At the end of the day, I feel a lot of people forget that bits are supposed to be expendable. Even if you make sure to use the right size bits, these 18v impacts and drills shred em eventually.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0042CF03Y?psc=1

Solved it myself. For any of you spacemen of the future that might be trying to do the same thing to this kind of laptop, here's a little help:

• You need a T5 torx screwdriver as well as extremely small Philip's head drivers. This set had everything I needed.
  
  
• You need to pop the back plate off, first. In addition to screws, its attached to arms that are attached to the screen; all you have to do is wiggle them a little and they'll separate.
  
  
• Remove all screws except the ones attached to the fans. Those don't need removal.
  
  
• Open the laptop up partway and press the top plate (the part that covers the keyboard) forward until it just comes off. After that, flip it over as if you're going to use it and carefully lever the cover off to expose the RAM.
  
  
• The RAM is the chip in the centre, there's only one slot and its filled by an 8GB RAM stick, so you need a 16GB+ stick. The rest of the RAM is soldered directly to the mobo.
  
  
• Once you're done, snap everything back into place and make sure the rear plate's back on the swivel arms of the screen. Rescrew everything together and you should be golden.

I'm not sure of a specific brand, just try to find something like this

I got this 26 piece set.

https://www.amazon.ca/Makita-B-46919-Impact-Torsion-Insert/dp/B0042CF03Y/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1499471009&sr=8-1&keywords=Makita+Gold


Not a bad price.

I still use the ph2 and t25 double headed bit from this Makita gold set I got 3 years ago. Daily use with an impact. Built at least 5 decks with that bit, including an one made of Ipe. Finally starting to develop some wobble, probably from the dozens of spax lags I used for two 25ft headers. (The lags were t30, I got lazy). Only down side is that you can't put these in an extension.

On the other hand, every Milwaukee bit I've used with an impact was guarantee go shear off the same day.

https://www.amazon.com/Makita-B-49622-Impact-Assorted-Double-Ended/dp/B017GQJJMA/ref=pd_aw_sim_469_3/143-5899645-6866823?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B017GQJJMA&pd_rd_r=1b7748c0-3355-4144-b6cb-909c734165a5&pd_rd_w=fAe7v&pd_rd_wg=XLXYN&pf_rd_p=469620d9-3e90-496d-9dc8-b19f900ba5fe&pf_rd_r=Z8FR7G7HWTWXE2D05S47&psc=1&refRID=Z8FR7G7HWTWXE2D05S47

Try this?


I pick mine up from home depot if that's an option for you. They usually have a small selection.

This style? The issue seems to be with the detent being so close to the tip.

http://www.amazon.com/Makita-B-46919-Impact-Torsion-Insert/dp/B0042CF03Y/

Hard to tell from the photo but I have a similar one I picked up from ifixit years ago. They've altered their design since, but this one also looks similar https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B071PB4RPV

I found this one on amazon if youre looking for a multi bit set. Seems to have pretty good reviews but take a look at the videos. I would buy it myself but i already have a similar set that doesnt see much use. I dont know if my harbor freight one is s2 tool steel though, i know ive bent a couple of the flathead tips. Who knows maybe ill get it.

No downsides. I followed this guide. Just be careful and take your time. There are lots of small parts and it can get frustrating. I suggest taking plastic cups and keeping the screws from each step separate and labeled. Here are the tools I used.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071PB4RPV/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XXXQHS8/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It depends...Due to a medical issue my hands shake a fair bit so I used one of these: https://amazon.com/General-Tools-500-Precision-Screwdriver/dp/B002XZLTQO and drove the screws all the way but stopped just short of tightening then did the final tightening by hand with a hex key or the hand driver in the kit linked below. It beat dropping the allen key on the floor every 4 minutes! Now this power driver uses 4mm shank "micro bits" and the German tool makers Wiha and Wera, which are seriously pro grade and expensive as all hell, market these bits but this kit I linked to will supply you with all the bits you need and then some.

https://amazon.com/Syntus-Precision-Screwdriver-Electronics-Cellphone/dp/B071PB4RPV

Oh, and use lithium AAA batteries in your driver as it'll kill regular batteries in just a few hours.

Full disclosure I have zero, nill, null, nadda financial interest in the above linked items.