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    Looking to buy a new keyboard, where is a good place?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by Charr, Oct 30, 2008.

  1. Charr

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    I'm looking to buy a new keyboard for my T400. I like the feel of the newer Chicony keyboards, and want to get one. The FRU is 42T3273, but I don't know a good place to get one. There aren't any for a reasonable price on eBay, and other online retailers want $100+ for one. Where would be a good place to buy one?
     
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  2. Ahbeyvuhgehduh

    Ahbeyvuhgehduh Lost in contemplation....

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    Hmm ... did you try Lenovo's online parts store?

    I thought I saw a thread in here somewhere mentioning you could get theme there for $50.00.
     
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    I checked their website, and couldn't find the parts store. I might try over the phone, but I want to get a feel for the pricing first.
     
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  4. Ahbeyvuhgehduh

    Ahbeyvuhgehduh Lost in contemplation....

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    Man ... I just tried IBM's site for that keyboard and they wanted 140 bucks for it ... :mad:
     
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    That confirms what I thought, and thats why they seem to be so expensive everywhere. I'll haggle with my friend who has one, and doesn't care too much with keyboard type. Thanks though!
     
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    Ahbeyvuhgehduh Lost in contemplation....

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    Quick note ... on eBay I found a few for 50-60$ ...

    Something at least, although I like your haggling method better. ;)
     
    Ahbeyvuhgehduh, Oct 30, 2008
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