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    XPS m1210 keyboard flex...

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by mostmostmostmost, Aug 2, 2006.

  1. mostmostmostmost

    mostmostmostmost Newbie

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    Will this hurt the computer, screen, or keyboard? Is there a way to fix this? What is causing it?

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    mostmostmostmost, Aug 2, 2006
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  2. camsimple

    camsimple Notebook Evangelist

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    Flex shouldn't hurt any other parts, just an annoyence.
     
    camsimple, Aug 2, 2006
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  3. Charles P. Jefferies

    Charles P. Jefferies Lead Moderator Super Moderator

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    The surface the keyboard is resting on is probably not completely flat or rigid, hence you get keyboard flex.
     
    Charles P. Jefferies, Aug 2, 2006
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    So, you are saying that the no other components will be damaged in the long run, including the keyboard? Does a flex mean the keys are sticking out? If the keys are sticking out, can they damage the screen of the computer?

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    mostmostmostmost, Aug 2, 2006
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    sheff159, Aug 2, 2006
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