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    Keyoard 'flex'

    Discussion in 'Acer' started by justin15, Jan 1, 2007.

  1. justin15

    justin15 Notebook Evangelist

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    Ok, I am pretty sure its normal since it is a laptop, just though I would ask, when I push some some keys, with a litle force, it and the keys around it, kinda go down, but without force, its usally pretty normal, so I guess just using it without any force it will be fine?

    is keyboard something to be scared of? Should I do something about it? Or not really worry? Will it get worse?
     
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  2. thenut

    thenut Notebook Consultant

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    Yes, this was one of the first things I noticed with my 5102WLMi...the "Keyboard Flex".

    Not all Notebooks do this...but I've seen some others that do.
    I don't suppose it's anything to worry about unless you type with a hammer.


    One of those 'not so high quality' things you may get with a lower priced Notebook.

    A friend of mine has a $2500.00 Mac-Book Pro, and the Keyboard is as solid as steel when you type on it....no 'flex' at all.


    I'll take the Keyboard flex myself for $750.00. :)
     
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  3. justin15

    justin15 Notebook Evangelist

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    I see, so nothing to truly worry about?
     
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    Malia Notebook Evangelist NBR Reviewer

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    Nope. As long as it doesn't annoy you, it's all good. If it does, get an external keyboard. But, really, it's no biggie.

    Malia
     
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  5. justin15

    justin15 Notebook Evangelist

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    Thanks.

    And also, I got one, but it doesn't work. I am gonna try picking up another one.

    Thanks for the help.
     
    justin15, Jan 1, 2007
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