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Dell Inspiron 14z-5423 Keyboard Replacement

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Time Required: 5 - 15 minutes
Difficulty: Moderate
Dell Inspiron 14z-5423 Keyboard Replacement

Introduction

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You will need to purchase a keyboard in order to proceed with the replacement.

What you need

Tools

  • Spudger
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      • Close the display and turn over the computer.

      • Make sure your device is powered down and unplugged before beginning the replacement.

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      • Use a J0 bit tipped screwdriver to unscrew the one 6 mm Phillips screw on the RAM cover.

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      • Lightly lift the RAM cover up and at an angle, away from the computer.

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      • Use your fingers to carefully pull the securing clips on the RAM away from each other.

      • The RAM should pop up when the clips are released.

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      • Remove the popped up RAM by pulling it away from the connection.

      • If it does not pop up pry it out in a steady and straight direction.

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      • Lift the plastic yellow flap on the system board.

      • Use the J0 Bit screwdriver to remove the one 6 mm Phillips screw in center of the system board that is connected to the keyboard.

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      • Flip over the computer and open the display.

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      • Insert a spudger next to the plastic indents located at the top of the keyboard and gently pry to release the securing clips.

      • Lift the keyboard off of the computer.

      • Be careful not to tear the ribbon that attaches the back of the keyboard to the computer when lifting it.

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      • Flip the keyboard over onto the palm-rest assembly.

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      • Flip the little black securing bar near the base of the ribbon with a spudger to release the ribbon from the computer.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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