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Replacing the Keyboard
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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:
•
Avoid static-causing surfaces such as carpeted floors,
plastic, and packing foam.
•
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.
•
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 old keyboard
To remove the old keyboard:
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Follow the guidelines under “Preventing static
electricity discharge.”
2
Turn off your notebook.
3
Disconnect your notebook from the optional port
replicator.
4
Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and
network cable, if connected to your notebook.
5
Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to your
notebook and remove any PC Cards.
6
Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up,
then remove the main battery and optional
secondary battery. For more information, see
“Changing Batteries” in your online hardware guide.
7
Remove the three keyboard screws.
8
Turn your notebook over so the top is facing up.
9
Carefully open the LCD panel to the fully opened
position.
10
Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver or
non-marring tool under the right hinge cover and
gently pry it up.
11
Pull the old cover off the notebook. You will hear
small snapping sounds as the cover comes away
from the notebook.
12
Gently lift the back edge of the keyboard.
Tools
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 and unplug the AC adapter, modem
cable, and network cable before replacing a
component.
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