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Display and bezel assembly, Replacing the keyboard assembly – Dell Inspiron 2500 User Manual

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5.

 

Lift the right end of the keyboard, and slide it slightly to the right to disengage the tabs at the left end.

6.

 

Pivot the keyboard and balance it upright on the left side of the computer.

 

7.

 

Disconnect the keyboard cable and lay the keyboard assembly aside.

Replacing the Keyboard Assembly

1.

 

While bracing the keyboard assembly upright on its left end, connect the keyboard cable to the interface connector on the system board.

2.

 

Insert the metal tabs at the left end of the keyboard under the edge of the bottom case assembly, and fit the keyboard into place.

3.

 

Check that the keyboard is correctly installed. The keys should be flush with the left and right surfaces of the palm rest.

4.

 

Reinstall the four screws in the holes labeled "K."

Display and Bezel Assembly

 

HINT:

The cable connector the cable connector on the system board is outlined in white to help you orient.

NOTICE:

Position the keyboard flex cable so that it is not pinched when you replace the keyboard in the bottom case assembly.