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    Studio Illuminated Keyboard into XPS M1530? They look identical! - DOES NOT WORK!

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by Forte, Jun 27, 2008.

  1. MexicanSnake

    MexicanSnake I'm back!

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    Perhaps there exists some kind of bios support for this LED keyboard in order to be activated. Who knows :S

    Damn, it would be awesome to fit one and make it work properly on a m1330.
     
    MexicanSnake, Jul 22, 2008
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  2. Forte

    Forte NBR's Supreme Angel

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    Perhaps a Studio user would be willing to sell their keyboard on ebay? XD
     
    Forte, Jul 22, 2008
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    meaCulpa Notebook Guru

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    I checked with UK Dell Sales and was told that Studio 15 keyboard will be available next month and costs £129 :(
     
    meaCulpa, Jul 23, 2008
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  4. Forte

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    Hopefully it costs less in the US.
     
    Forte, Jul 23, 2008
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  5. Forte

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    I don't think the bios lists compatible keyboards.
     
    Forte, Jul 24, 2008
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  6. Forte

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    I never knew the M1330 keyboards were identical to the 15.4''. You'd think with the size difference...
     
    Forte, Jul 25, 2008
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  7. benbeck08

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    They aren't different sizes?
     
    benbeck08, Jul 25, 2008
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  8. MexicanSnake

    MexicanSnake I'm back!

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    Well as far I know: The m1330, m1530, inspiron 1420 keyboards are the same.
     
    MexicanSnake, Jul 25, 2008
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  9. westcoast01

    westcoast01 Notebook Consultant

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    who cares lol- time to save a little for that led keyboard
     
    westcoast01, Jul 25, 2008
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  10. Forte

    Forte NBR's Supreme Angel

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    Its almost August!
     
    Forte, Jul 28, 2008
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  11. Forte

    Forte NBR's Supreme Angel

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    Just two more days..
     
    Forte, Jul 29, 2008
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  12. benbeck08

    benbeck08 CCNA/A+ In Progress

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    This thread is still going? Any progress?
     
    benbeck08, Jul 29, 2008
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  13. millermagic

    millermagic Rockin the pinktop

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    You have a studio on the way?

    I'm afraid I won't be buying the studio keyboard if this works. I just bought 2 Vostro keyboards for $25 (incl shipping!) on ebay.


    But ... I may have my hands on a studio 15 next week ... for a day or two.
     
    millermagic, Jul 29, 2008
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  14. -Hansel-

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    I'm waiting for a 1530 Update so I have time :)
     
    -Hansel-, Jul 31, 2008
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  15. Sum1OROtha

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07/31/2008 07:20:13PM 	System: "Thanks for choosing chat for your technical support needs. A chat agent will be with you shortly. Just so you know, you can also visit our website at support.dell.com to get technical help."
07/31/2008 07:22:13PM 	System: "Thanks so much for your patience. Chat agents are eager to help you with your troubleshooting needs, so stay on line and the next available representative will assist you."
07/31/2008 07:23:58PM 	Session Started with Agent (Shikeeb_163323)
07/31/2008 07:24:01PM 	Agent (Shikeeb_163323): "Thank you for contacting Dell Technical Support. My name is Ali and my rep ID number is 163323. How may I help you today?"
07/31/2008 07:39:41PM 	Sum1OrOtha: "Can I inquire about a specific part number, and when it will be available for purchase?"
07/31/2008 07:40:07PM 	Agent (Shikeeb_163323): "Sure, if it is available I can even help you to place a order right now."
07/31/2008 07:40:35PM 	Sum1OrOtha: "Great. I believe the part is called, TR324 Keyboard, US English"
07/31/2008 07:41:04PM 	Agent (Shikeeb_163323): "Okay, please allow me a few minutes to check on the part."
07/31/2008 07:42:57PM 	Agent (Shikeeb_163323): "Thank you for staying online. I appreciate your patience."
07/31/2008 07:43:12PM 	Sum1OrOtha: "No problem. Any luck?"
07/31/2008 07:43:52PM 	Agent (Shikeeb_163323): "Sum1, I am sorry but I am unable to find the keyboard in the stock, you can contact dell spare parts department at Dell Sales # 800-372-3355. They will get the information that you need."
07/31/2008 07:44:20PM 	Sum1OrOtha: "But it is definitely for sale? Just not in stock?"
07/31/2008 07:45:00PM 	Agent (Shikeeb_163323): "Yes it is definitely for sale."
07/31/2008 07:45:20PM 	Sum1OrOtha: "Ok, I'll give the department you suggested a call then."
07/31/2008 07:45:47PM 	Agent (Shikeeb_163323): "I am sure your issue will be fixed by them."
07/31/2008 07:46:20PM 	Sum1OrOtha: "Are you able to see what the price would be?"
07/31/2008 07:46:56PM 	Agent (Shikeeb_163323): "I tried but I am unable to get any details on that part."
07/31/2008 07:47:58PM 	Sum1OrOtha: "Hmm...ok. Thanks for your help with the MediaDirect Media."
07/31/2008 07:48:13PM 	Agent (Shikeeb_163323): "You are always welcome. It was my pleasure to assist you."
07/31/2008 07:48:18PM 	Agent (Shikeeb_163323): "Is there any other Dell Hardware issue I can help you with?"
07/31/2008 07:48:44PM 	Sum1OrOtha: "That's all. Have a pleasant day."
     
    Sum1OROtha, Jul 31, 2008
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  16. billiam411

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    hmm, interesting. anyone with a studio 15 laptop want to call the spare parts dept about their 'broken keyboard' ?
     
    billiam411, Jul 31, 2008
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  17. -Hansel-

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    well, it's for sale! I'd pay whatever they ask, lol
     
    -Hansel-, Aug 2, 2008
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  18. MikeyMike01

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    If this worked, I'd **** myself with joy.

    ;)
     
    MikeyMike01, Aug 2, 2008
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  19. billiam411

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    billiam411, Aug 2, 2008
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  20. paper_wastage

    paper_wastage Beat this 7x7x7 Cube

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    paper_wastage, Aug 4, 2008
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  21. Laggy7

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    bah another dead end....!

    i am so sick of this silver keyboard!
     
    Laggy7, Aug 4, 2008
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  22. ProzacK

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    Is this thread dead now or are we just waiting for the part to come out?

    im also sick of my silver keyboard :(
     
    ProzacK, Aug 6, 2008
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  23. benbeck08

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    We're still waiting..........
     
    benbeck08, Aug 6, 2008
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  24. SoundsGood

    SoundsGood Notebook Virtuoso

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    Just jumping in on this thread.... interested to see how this turns out! :)
     
    SoundsGood, Aug 7, 2008
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  25. disciplined

    disciplined Notebook Geek

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    GAH stop bumping this thread! It gets me all excited and full of hope! :p
     
    disciplined, Aug 7, 2008
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  26. SoundsGood

    SoundsGood Notebook Virtuoso

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    Sorry.


    Ohh, did it again! ;)
     
    SoundsGood, Aug 8, 2008
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  27. ruckerbo

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    Just talked with customer service. said they were'nt publicly giving info out on when or if they are releasing it for purchase.
     
    ruckerbo, Aug 9, 2008
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  28. logla

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    I believe the studio keyboard has whight LEDs - same as the media control buttons on the studio. Any idea on how much voltage they would need?
     
    logla, Aug 10, 2008
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  29. Fountainhead

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    This breaking news just in...Generalissimo Francisco Franco is still dead!

    (Let's see how old this crowd is.)
     
    Fountainhead, Aug 10, 2008
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  30. SoundsGood

    SoundsGood Notebook Virtuoso

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    They make SpaghettiOs. Right?

    ;)
     
    SoundsGood, Aug 10, 2008
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  31. rafucho

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    I have a Studio 15 and a multimeter, I'll measure the voltages, if you people tell me what exactly do I have to measure?
    I think the extra ribbon of the keyboard?
    bye
     
    rafucho, Aug 10, 2008
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  32. shawnhao

    shawnhao Notebook Consultant

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    Oh no you guys...it works!!! Just plug and play =]...here's a pic of it working on my 1530: (pretty awesome BTW)

    [​IMG]













    Just....kidding....I photoshopped it.... :p....didn't I get your hopes up? xD

    I really want to know if it works or not though....
     
    shawnhao, Aug 11, 2008
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  33. damac

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    probably the most useless post I've ever seen..........Why did u go thru the trouble of photoshopping it....It doesn't make you any cooler
     
    damac, Aug 11, 2008
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  34. SoundsGood

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    Yes. You did.
     
    SoundsGood, Aug 11, 2008
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  35. Forte

    Forte NBR's Supreme Angel

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    Nice photoshop! You know, if you photoshopped an image and put it in this thread once every week of the illuminated keyboard M1530, or even photos that are from even slightly different perspectives. I think you would be able to easily drive a couple of people nuts until someone with an M1530 actually gets a Studio keyboard in their hands.
     
    Forte, Aug 11, 2008
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  36. Jamaicanyouth

    Jamaicanyouth Notebook Evangelist

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    Bah that trick is old, did that already for this thread. I created a new account and drove people mad with why I didn't take a pic with it on.
     
    Jamaicanyouth, Aug 11, 2008
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  37. Circus_boi

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    I know this doesn't help those already with an XPS, but I sure hope Dell puts in a backlit keyboard on the new XPS....that'll make the decision that much easier (I assume that the XPS will have an LED screen, at least as an option)!
     
    Circus_boi, Aug 11, 2008
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  38. ProzacK

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    MAN!!!!! that sucks!!! got all excited then grrrr!!!! wish dell would get a move on this silver keyboard makes me sad :(
     
    ProzacK, Aug 11, 2008
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  39. shawnhao

    shawnhao Notebook Consultant

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    Hehe...it was just for fun...since you can't get the keyboard right now (not on sale) so might as well test to see how the keyboard *would* look when you install it on the 1530...^^
     
    shawnhao, Aug 11, 2008
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  40. shawnhao

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    Lol...don't dare me...you'll be mighty disappointed when you realize that these *prototype* PCs don't really exist..
    :p :p

    Like this one here:

    http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii120/shawnhao/Wall30-2.jpg


    or the *REAL* M1530 here:
    http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii120/shawnhao/M1530.jpg


    PS> Don't shoot me =]
     
    shawnhao, Aug 11, 2008
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  41. houstoned

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  42. Forte

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    Forte, Aug 12, 2008
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  43. bendsley

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    I have a Dell XPS m1530 and just ordered the Studio 15 backlit keyboard to see if this will work or not. If not, I'll just send it back, but....if it does I will post pictures (non-photoshopped)

    This quote is not through Dell consumer channels, but through their enterprise reps.

    The quoted part is:
    Keyboard,86,US-INTL,ILSB (D794C) 1 $54.99 $54.99
     
    bendsley, Aug 12, 2008
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  44. paper_wastage

    paper_wastage Beat this 7x7x7 Cube

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    hm... $55?>.....
     
    paper_wastage, Aug 12, 2008
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  45. psygn

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    Sounds cool. I don't care much for the backlit keyboard, I just like the look of the black keyboard in an m1530. The black keyboard makes the laptop look more complete, imo. It's just kind of odd how the black stops at the touch control area.
     
    psygn, Aug 12, 2008
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  46. shawnhao

    shawnhao Notebook Consultant

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    Oh...definitely report back if it works...55 bucks for a cool illuminating keyboard is well worth the deal...

    :p :p
     
    shawnhao, Aug 12, 2008
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  47. tom_baker

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    Can't wait to see how this goes. Keep us updated!

    Even without the backlighting, the M1530 would look great with the black keyboard, especially in the Tuxedo Black finish.

    --Tom
     
    tom_baker, Aug 12, 2008
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  48. Jamaicanyouth

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    What is the part number and how did you order it?
     
    Jamaicanyouth, Aug 13, 2008
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  49. bendsley

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    Part number is D794C as I posted above.

    I called up my enterprise rep at Dell and asked for a replacement Studio 15 backlit keyboard quote and this is what they sent me.
     
    bendsley, Aug 14, 2008
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  50. MikeyMike01

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    If all you want is a black keyboard, get the Vostro 1500 keyboard. It's the exact same thing, but in black.
     
    MikeyMike01, Aug 14, 2008
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