Gateway MX3311, Hardware Reference Manual

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CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www.gateway.com
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Replacing the keyboard
Important
Replace the keyboard only with a similar
keyboard provided by Gateway.
Tools Required
You need a small Phillips and a small
flat-blade screwdriver to replace the
keyboard.
If your keyboard becomes damaged, you can replace it with a similar keyboard
obtained from Gateway.
Removing the keyboard
To remove the keyboard:
1
Follow the guidelines under “Preventing static electricity discharge” on
page 34 .
2
Turn off your notebook.
3
Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable.
4
Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the notebook and remove
any Express cards.
5
Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the
battery. For more information, see
“Changing batteries” on page 30 .
6
Remove the two keyboard cover screws located in the battery
compartment.
7
Turn the notebook over so the top is facing up.
8
Carefully open the LCD panel to the fully opened position.
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