HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Keyboard/Touchpad Replacement

Inleiding

This guide will assist you with opening the Chromebook 14-x013dx and replacing the keyboard to restore typing functions. This will involve removing 13 6mm screws and opening the front plate of the laptop to expose the insides. Note: The keyboard and trackpad are all one piece, meaning that you will be replacing both components.

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Stap 1 Keyboard, Touchpad

HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Keyboard/Touchpad Replacement, Keyboard, Touchpad: stap 1, afbeelding 1 van 2

HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Keyboard/Touchpad Replacement, Keyboard, Touchpad: stap 1, afbeelding 2 van 2

Using the plastic spudger, gently lift the 5 rubber pads away from their seating.

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Stap 2

Remove the five 6mm screws located under the removed pads using Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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Stap 3

With the Phillips #00 screwdriver, remove the remaining eight 6mm screws. You will now have thirteen 6mm screws removed from the case.

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Stap 4

To continue removing the back cover, turn the laptop over as displayed.
Use the plastic spudger to gently pry around the base of the laptop from the back cover. Continue prying around the entire base of the laptop.

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Stap 5

HP Chromebook 14-x013dx Keyboard/Touchpad Replacement: stap 5, afbeelding 3 van 3

Gently lift the silver base of the laptop from the bottom, but do not remove it.
To remove the ribbon cables, lift the latch holding the ribbon cables in place and then pull them free.
Remove the keyboard panel from the laptop.