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    Replace Keyboard on Inspiron 1420

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by bearson, Jan 25, 2009.

  1. bearson

    bearson Newbie

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    A while ago I stupidly spilled water on my Dell Inspiron 1420..The laptop still runs but the keyboard is suffering from broken keys. I know the problem is hardware and not faulty drivers and my warranty is long over. So I was wondering if their was way I could replace the keyboard on it..
     
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  2. SpeedyMods

    SpeedyMods Notebook Deity

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    Easy, grab a keyboard off eBay or something and all you need to do is pry off the panel above the keyboard (I used a rubber spatula) and there are 2 screws holding the keyboard on.

    If you do a quick google search you can get the Dell instructions. I'd link, but I'm on my iPod touch.

    Greg
     
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  3. booboo12

    booboo12 Notebook Prophet

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    Glad to hear that your laptop's running okay! (Bet you were glad that Inspiron's come with sealed keyboards! :D ;) ) The replacement keyboard can be found on eBay for around 20 bucks or at Dell.com for about 50 bucks.

    As far as replacement goes, it's pretty simple and the Dell service manual walks you through it pretty thoroughly. :)

    You can take a look for yourself here: http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins1420/en/SM/keyboard.htm#wp1106362

    Hope this helps out,
    Ricky :)
     
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  4. PhoenixFx

    PhoenixFx Notebook Virtuoso

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    Replacing the keyboard is very easy. I did it on my _M1330 last week. _M1330 and inspiron _1420 use the same keyboard model, steps involved in replacing is also identical. Bought it from eBay for $16 with free shipping.

    First you have to remove the hinge cover, then the keyboard. Here are the service manual instructions with photos : Dell™_Inspiron™_1420/Dell_Vostro™_1400 Service Manual (Keyboard)

    EDIT : booboo12 beat me to the service manual :eek:
     
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  5. bearson

    bearson Newbie

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    Thanks for help guys :)
     
    bearson, Jan 25, 2009
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