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The keyboard is subject to some of the most abuse experienced by a laptop. Whether it is from over use or even water damage, the keyboard can stop working. With the removal a couple screws and the release of a few tabs, the keyboard can be replaced with little effort.
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Make sure the battery lock switch is switched to the unlocked position.
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The battery is unlocked when the battery lock switch is slid to the side with an image of an unlocked lock.
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Slide the battery release switch to the left.
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Remove the 5 Phillips screws holding the panel in place.
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Use a finger to remove the panel by lifting up on the provided removal tab.
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Remove the two screws holding the keyboard in place.
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Two 5.7 mm Phillips screws.
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There are three tabs holding the keyboard in place.
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They are located under the ESC, F8, and DEL keys.
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Expose the tabs by pressing down on adjacent keys.
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While you press down the ESC key, push the tab with the spudger to release that side of the keyboard.
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Use a finger to prevent the keyboard from locking back in place.
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Repeat the previous step for the tabs under the F8 and DEL keys.
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Pick up the keyboard. This exposes a cable that connects the keyboard to the laptop.
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Gently unplug the ribbon cable connecting the keyboard to the laptop by pulling horizontally.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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Great instuctions plus photos. Spot on, tx
