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    where to get replacement "Tab" key for SZ650N

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by aske123, Jan 12, 2008.

  1. aske123

    aske123 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hello,
    I have an SZ650N. The tab key to the left has gone bad - my 8 month son pulled it out, and I think one of the white connectors below it bent out of shape, so it is not fully snapping back. Where can I get a replacement tab key ?

    thx
     
    aske123, Jan 12, 2008
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  2. Lithus

    Lithus NBR Janitor

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    You're going to need a replacement keyboard. No one stocks individual keys.

    Edit: well, maybe I shouldn't say no one, I'm sure some maniacs got a ziplock baggy of "tab" keys.
     
    Lithus, Jan 12, 2008
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  3. Sponsi

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    I've seen eBay sellers that sell single keys. Try looking there. I will update my post if I find anything.
     
    Sponsi, Jan 13, 2008
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    aske123 Notebook Enthusiast

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    nonamelol Notebook Consultant

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    i'd just go to my nearest bestbuy and grab me a five finger discount key tab. hehe
     
    nonamelol, Jan 13, 2008
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    Yes, I believe it is. All the SZ generations have had the same keyboard so even if the key is from an older series it will work.
     
    Sponsi, Jan 13, 2008
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    aske123 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Thanks! I just ordered that item - it comes along with the clips and rubber springs. Are there instructions anywhere on how to install the clips and springs ? I never saw the tab key's spring - when my son pulled it out and I intercepted it halfway into its journey into his mouth, only two white clips remained. If there were a spring, it must have sprung out to its own independance.
     
    aske123, Jan 13, 2008
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