Keyboard
NOTE: The keyboard spare part kit includes a keyboard cable.
Description Spare part number:
Keyboard bracket 725441-001
Backlit keyboard for use in the United States 725450-001
Backlit keyboard for use in Canada 725450-DB1
Before removing the keyboard, follow these steps:
1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4. Remove the service cover (see
Service cover on page 30).
5. Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 32),
6. Remove the fan (see
Fan on page 45).
7. Remove the card reader board (see
Card reader board on page 44).
8. Remove the system board (see
System board on page 47).
Remove the keyboard:
1. Remove the 13 Phillips PM2.5×3.5 screws that secure the keyboard bracket to the computer.
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