Memory Cover Screw Stuck

I'm trying to pugrade my RAM to 6 GB from 4GB on a mid 2007 24" iMac 7,1. However, I can't get the memory slot cover off because the service tech who last opened it tightened it up with an electric screwdriver and stripped the screwdriver cross. I've been trying to use a "grabit damaged-screw remover" but have not had any success.
Any suggestions on how to fix this?
Thanks in advance!

Bob Worthingham wrote:
Thanks. So far it won't even budge. I'll try again tomorrow. Taking it back will likely be most successful, but I won't get a change to do so for about 3 weeks due to my schedule and their hours of operation.
Then I'd make sure you call them and let them know, of course have your receipt info handy from when they had it last. Make sure you speak to a manager or someone responsible and let them know when you plan in bringing it in.

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