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Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 Keypad Replacement

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Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 Keypad Replacement

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This is an easy DIY guide on how to replace the Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 keypad. You will need 2 different screwdrivers for this guide. This requires removing the back cover, the battery, and the motherboard. The keypad will pop out easily after the motherboard is removed.

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    1. Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 Keypad Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 1 of 3 Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 Keypad Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 2 of 3 Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 Keypad Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 3 of 3
      • Lay the phone on its front side so the back is visible.

      • Use your thumb to gently and firmly press down on the triangle arrow found on the cover of the phone.

      • Press down on the arrow until you hear a popping sound, which will remove the cover of the phone.

      • Slide the cover down from the phone to remove it. Set the cover aside.

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    1. Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 Keypad Replacement, Battery: step 2, image 1 of 1
      • Locate the access notch at the end of the battery compartment.

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    2. Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 Keypad Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1
      • Place your thumb on the edge of the battery near the access notch.

      • Lift the battery to remove it from the phone. Set the battery aside.

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    1. Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 Keypad Replacement, Keypad: step 4, image 1 of 2 Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 Keypad Replacement, Keypad: step 4, image 2 of 2
      • Remove the four 4.8 mm screws from the midframe using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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    2. Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 Keypad Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the headphone cover from the left side of the midframe.

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    3. Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 Keypad Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the volume cover from the right side of the midframe.

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    4. Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 Keypad Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1
      • Use your hands to separate the midframe from the rest of the phone.

      • This may take a little effort to remove.

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    5. Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 Keypad Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1
      • Use a 1.5 mm hex screwdriver to remove the three 2.4 mm screws around the motherboard.

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    6. Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 Keypad Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1
      • Lift the metal plate off of the motherboard and set it aside.

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    7. Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 Keypad Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 2 Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 Keypad Replacement: step 10, image 2 of 2
      • Push on the white plastic tabs and the keypad at the same time to remove the motherboard.

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    8. Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 Keypad Replacement: step 11, image 1 of 2 Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 Keypad Replacement: step 11, image 2 of 2
      • Turn the phone over to its front side.

      • Apply pressure on the keypad.

      • The keypad will come out easily.

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Conclusion

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

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