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Lenovo ThinkPad x120e Keyboard Replacement

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Last updated on Feb 9, 2026

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7 - 15 minutes

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Introduction

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Before reading this guide on how to replace the keyboard for the Lenovo ThinkPad x120e, check the “Keyboard Not Responding” section on the device’s troubleshooting page to see if your issue can be fixed without replacement: Lenovo ThinkPad x120e Troubleshooting - iFixit

Reminder: make sure you turn off your laptop and remove any attached power cables before beginning..

What you need

Tools

1. Step 1 Battery
  Flip the laptop upside down and locate the battery latches under the battery.
  
  Place your thumbs on both latches and push the latch inwards.
  
  With your thumbs still on the latches, slide the battery out of the laptop.
  
  To install a new battery, simply slide the battery back in the slot. Then, check if both battery latches are locked
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1. Step 2 Back Cover
  Using the Phillips #0 screwdriver, remove the three 4 mm screws that are securing the bottom cover.
  
  Remove the backplate carefully, making sure not to bend the cover.
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1. Step 3 Keyboard
  Using the Phillips #0 screwdriver, remove the two 4 mm retaining screws located on the battery slot.
  
  If hard drive is installed, refer to step three from this guide: Lenovo ThinkPad x120e Hard Drive Replacement
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2. Step 4
  Flip the laptop back over, showing the keyboard.
  
  Using an opening tool, pry open the keyboard starting from the top left. Work your way around until you are able to loosely lift the keyboard.
  
  You should see two ribbon wires located beneath the keyboard once you are done.
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4. Step 5
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  Pull on the black tabs above both ribbon wires using tweezers upwards.
  
  For more information on Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) connectors, please visit this guide.
  
  Remove both ribbon wires.
  
  Remove the keyboard from the laptop.
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