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    Samsung Chronos 7 Service Manual or Keyboard Repair

    Discussion in 'Samsung' started by scader, Apr 15, 2013.

  1. scader

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    Does anyone have access to the service manual, or experience replacing the keyboard, for Samsung Chronos 7 series (NP700Z5AS04US) or similar computer? I'm comfortable taking the base off, but it appears that the motherboard and everything will have to be disassembled to access it.
     
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    If you are in North America you can purchase the service manual from samsungparts.com.

    John
     
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    Thanks, John. I had previously spoken with a representative from samsungparts.coms and after a long wait they weren't sure if it provided instructions or just a list of components. Thankfully, it's not terribly expensive; although I do wish they offered the electronic document as a download rather than having to ship a USB drive loaded with the document.

    I love the integrated keyboard appeal, but this is clearly one downside to that approach. What's frustrating is that only one key is not working (F8). I was hoping someone here had advice on how to gently kick it back to working order.
     
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    I agree that this keyboard design (which gives better rigidity in less thickness) is a step backwards when it comes to maintenance. Is your F8 key loose, or just not working properly? People have suggested trying to clean under the key caps using a paint brush. If there is another key that you rarely use then you could try remapping your keyboard, although that may not intercept any Samsung-specific function.

    John
     
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