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Replacing the Keyboard
Replacing the Keyboard
Preventing static electricity discharge
The components inside your notebook are extremely sensitive to static
electricity, also known as
electrostatic discharge
(ESD). ESD can
permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in
your notebook.
Before working with notebook components, follow these guidelines:
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Avoid static-causing surfaces such as carpeted floors, plastic, and
packing foam.
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Remove components from their antistatic bags only when you are
ready to use them. Do not lay components on the outside of
antistatic bags because only the inside of the bags provide
electrostatic protection.
•
Always hold components by their edges. Avoid touching the edge
connectors. Never slide components over any surface.
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Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores)
and attach it to a bare metal part of your workbench or other
grounded connection.
•
Touch a bare metal surface on your workbench or other grounded
object.
Removing the keyboard
To remove the keyboard:
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Follow the guidelines under “Preventing static electricity
discharge.”
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Turn off your notebook.
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Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network
cable.
4
Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any PC
Cards.
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Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then
remove the battery. For more information, see “Changing
Batteries” in your user guide.
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Turn your notebook over so the top is facing up.
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With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the keyboard
screw and put it in a safe place.
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With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the two hinge
cover screws and put them in a safe place.
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Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver under the bottom of
each hinge cover and gently pry it up.
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Carefully open the LCD panel to the fully opened position.
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Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver under the right end
of the keyboard cover and gently pry it up.
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Pull the cover off the notebook. Be careful to not damage
the LCD panel.
Tips & Tricks
You need a small Phillips and a small flat-blade
screwdriver to replace the keyboard.
Warning
To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and
moving parts, turn off your notebook, remove the
battery, and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and
network cable before replacing a component.
Warning
To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any object
into the vent holes of your notebook.
Tips & Tricks
The keyboard screw hole is marked with a
K
.
Important
Inserting a piece of cloth between the screwdriver and
keyboard will help prevent damage to your notebook.
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