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    Need a new keyboard...ASAP!

    Discussion in 'Alienware M11x' started by Craig9080, Feb 1, 2011.

  1. Craig9080

    Craig9080 Notebook Consultant

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    long story short, due to my carelessness only about half of the keys on my keyboard work. I need a keyboard for an R2 asap but can only find ones for about $100 on ebay. if anyone has a salvageable on off a dud, or could point me towards some other options online, i would be very appreciative.
     
    Craig9080, Feb 1, 2011
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    Craig9080 Notebook Consultant

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    Straight from Alienware its $86.33 shipped which isnt bad, but im hoping there is a better option out there.
     
    Craig9080, Feb 1, 2011
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    Kevinmcg Notebook Deity

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    That is probably your best option. Few people are modding m11x's at the moment and only with pin mods id bet. I don't think you'll find a spare dud one.
     
    Kevinmcg, Feb 1, 2011
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  4. Craig9080

    Craig9080 Notebook Consultant

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    yeah, and even the usual asia parts warehouses are empty
     
    Craig9080, Feb 1, 2011
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    slickie88 Master of Puppets

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    Any chance you have complete care warranty coverage? If so, then they'll send you a new one.
     
    slickie88, Feb 2, 2011
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    Craig9080 Notebook Consultant

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    Ok, to wrap this loose end up; I ordered a new one, the the one installed started working fine the next day. The backlight is shot and is rather blotchy so I dont mind replacing it when the new board gets here tomorrow, but atleast i have a functional backup JIC.
     
    Craig9080, Feb 7, 2011
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    blaster 1 tequila, 2,3,4,5, floor

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    I have regular warranty and i asked for a new palmrest and keyboard ( i wanted my laptop to look like new again :p) and they sent me a new replacements within 1 business day. :)
     
    blaster, Feb 8, 2011
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