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    Getting backlit keyboard for DV6?

    Discussion in 'HP' started by ZeiKu, Apr 24, 2011.

  1. ZeiKu

    ZeiKu Notebook Enthusiast

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    is it possible to replace my current keyboard with a backlit keyboard on my DV6-3210? if it is, where can i find the parts?

    thanks
     
    ZeiKu, Apr 24, 2011
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  2. shasta7

    shasta7 Notebook Evangelist

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    you can search here if they have one.
    Search Results
     
    shasta7, Apr 24, 2011
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  3. ZeiKu

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    ZeiKu, Apr 24, 2011
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    Bag3l, Apr 24, 2011
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  5. ZeiKu

    ZeiKu Notebook Enthusiast

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    uhh i have the DV6-3210us which is this one which has no numberpad
     

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    ZeiKu, Apr 25, 2011
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  6. Bag3l

    Bag3l Notebook Evangelist

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    Oh my bad. I can't read haha. You need a power source. Does your laptop have an extra port?
     
    Bag3l, Apr 25, 2011
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  7. shasta7

    shasta7 Notebook Evangelist

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    the one above will work but do you have the port on the mobo for the second ribbon cable ,the power for the leds
     
    shasta7, Apr 25, 2011
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  8. ZeiKu

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    erm well is there a service manual specifically made for the dv6-3210us? i dont wanna open up my laptop and void the warranty
     
    ZeiKu, Apr 25, 2011
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  9. Bag3l

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    I'd check the HP support page.
     
    Bag3l, Apr 25, 2011
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  10. ZeiKu

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    i checked the support page and i looked at the service manual for it and it seems that its for all DV6 models, soo does this mean that itll be compatible for mine as well? :confused:
     
    ZeiKu, Apr 25, 2011
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    KLF NBR Super Modernator Super Moderator

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    You could temporarily remove your current keyboard and see with your own eyes if the motherboard has led power plug. You need to remove it anyways if you are going to replace it :)
     
    KLF, Apr 25, 2011
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  12. Scott_RC-TEK

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    I Just put this backlit keyboard in my DV6-3225dx and it works (plus feels) great. :D

    New HP DV6-3000 9Z.N4CBQ.11D US Keyboard with backlit | eBay

    Shipping from Asia took about 8 days to California. I believe all the 3000 series have the little header on the mother board so you should be good to go.

    Scott-

    [​IMG]
     
    Scott_RC-TEK, Apr 28, 2011
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  13. ZeiKu

    ZeiKu Notebook Enthusiast

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    wow that looks amazing! how hard was it to install? i wanted to do it but i was skeptical about opening my laptop and then figuring out i wont have a slot for it and of course voiding my warranty on my 3 month old laptop but i feel like doing it now

    btw the link you sent, the sale ended but i found this? http://cgi.ebay.com/New-HP-Pavilion..._Trackballs&hash=item483ecb3d68#ht_5833wt_990
     
    ZeiKu, Apr 28, 2011
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  14. Scott_RC-TEK

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    Yes, you are correct. To confirm, this is the current eBay offering: New HP Pavilion DV6 DV6-3000 US Backlit Keyboard Black | eBay

    It takes only 10-15 minutes to do the swap. Just reference page 65 of the service manual available here: http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c02657339.pdf

    Below is the location of the backlight header on the main system board under the keyboard. It is also silkscreened in white on the board so it is easy to find.

    Scott
     

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  15. ZeiKu

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    just removed the keyboard and i can confirmed there is a slot for backlit keyboard! will order asap thanks bro :D
     
    ZeiKu, Apr 28, 2011
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  16. djyoshii

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    Just wondering if the backlight on the keyboard can be switched on/off when needed (or not), or even if there is a light sensor that can control it automatically (and can be turned on/off manually as well)?
    Or will it permanently be backlit?

    Thinking of ordering one of these soon.

    Thanks :)
     
    djyoshii, May 28, 2011
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  17. sav

    sav Notebook Consultant

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    Yes, there a dedicated key to turn it on/off.
     
    sav, May 28, 2011
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  18. djyoshii

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    Thanks mate :)
    Was hoping that would be the case.

    EDIT: sorry, i was just looking at the images of the previous poster & the ebay ads, specifically this one http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI...885328&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT#ht_2662wt_905
    (as it's the only one on sale at the moment), and can't see which key is the dedicated on/off one?

    It appears to look exactly the same as my stock keyboard (note i have an australian model).
    Thanks again :)
     
    djyoshii, May 28, 2011
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  19. dvstudio3

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    I have an Australia model too ;).

    It's exactly the same as the non-backlit keyboard except for one key. Instead of the Pause key it's a ....* key to turn the backlit on/off.

    Hope that helps. :)
     
    dvstudio3, May 28, 2011
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  20. aindriu80

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    is there anything available for the HP PAVILION DV6 6053 ?

    how hard would it be to install and where can you turn it on and off from ?
     
    aindriu80, May 28, 2011
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    I would be interested to know this as well, as I also now have a DV6-6000
     
    lommy, Sep 4, 2011
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  22. PlagueDoctor

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    Changing the keyboard voids warranty? If not, is there one for DV6T? :)
     
    PlagueDoctor, Sep 4, 2011
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  23. len888

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    agree could anyone do this mod? or sell one kind of this? :D
     
    len888, Sep 5, 2011
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  24. lommy

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    Anyone been able to confirm for dv6-6000? Or has anyone found the service manual for this range?
    Desperate for getting a backlit keyboard onto this!
     
    lommy, Sep 8, 2011
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  25. wittynorseman

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    Uhhhhh... Ummmm.....

    http://forum.notebookreview.com/hp-...on-6xxx-series-owners-lounge.html#post7255589 ;)

     
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    wittynorseman, Sep 8, 2011
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  26. danjuan

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    does anyone know where i can get a backlit keyboard from as there does not seen to be any about now??

    had a look on ebay
     
    danjuan, Sep 10, 2011
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  27. laptopuser92

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    hey can i put one in my hp pavilion dv6-6c13nr??? thats one thing i forgot to get when i ordered my laptop and now i cant get one so can you help plzzzzzzz and thank you
     
    laptopuser92, Apr 14, 2012
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