Dell Inspiron 17-5755 Keyboard Replacement
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Last updated on May 15, 2017
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓This guide will allow you to replace a broken keyboard for the Dell Inspiron 17-5755. Please ensure that the battery is removed before performing this replacement.
What you need
Tools
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Find the battery release latch on the bottom side of the computer.
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Slide the latch to the left until you hear a "click". This indicates that the battery has been released.
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Open the display of the laptop as far as possible, and locate the tabs which secure the keyboard to the laptop.
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Use a plastic opening tool to gently release the tabs that secure the keyboard to the laptop.
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Carefully lift the keyboard from the laptop, being mindful of any attachments that it may have.
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Lift the zero insertion force (ZIF) tab that secures the keyboard back light ribbon cable
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Afterwards, carefully detach the backlight cable from the laptop.
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Gently release the ZIF tab that secures the keyboard ribbon cable to the laptop.
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Afterwards, carefully slide the cable out of its slot.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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