IBM Model M Teardown

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Remove flex cables, part 2

Grab the flex cables gently, and pull them upwards. We need to remove 3 flex cables in total.
Be extremely careful, as these flex cables are pretty fragile. If you damage the membrane, you'll have to replace it, which is not an easy procedure. (Bolt-mod neccesary in this case too.)
It is a good idea, to hold the PCB in place with your other hand. (Mine was occupied by my phone.)
In case of some older models, the indicator LEDs does not use a flex cable, but wires and a Molex connector instead. You have to pull the connector upwards when you remove it, but you don't have to be as gentle as with the flex cables.

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