![]() ![]() Use the same technique as for disconnecting the keyboard cable. If you are reading this guide in order to replace the keyboard, you can install a new keyboard at this point and assemble everything back together.ĭisconnect the power button board cable and trackpad cables from the motherboard. ![]() Now you can pull the keyboard cable from the connector. On this picture the connector shown in the unlocked position. The retaining tab will open up at a 90 degree angle. ![]() Lift up the left side of the retaining tab with your fingernail. In the following two steps I explain how to unlock the connector and release the cable. Now you can access the keyboard cable which is connected to the motherboard. Turn the keyboard upside down and place it on the palm rest. Push on the latch with a small flat head screwdriver.Īt the same time lift up the keyboard a little bit so the latch stays unlocked.Īfter all hidden latches unlocked, you should be able to lift up the top side of the keyboard. In order to remove the keyboard it’s necessary to unlock these latches. There are a few hidden latches securing the keyboard to the top cover. Remove one screw securing the keyboard on the bottom. Slide the optical drive to the left and remove it. ![]() Remove one screw securing the optical drive. Upgrading this regular 2.5″ SATA hard drive to a 2.5″ SATA solid state drive will improve laptop performance significantly. As you see, the hard drive cable still attached to the hard drive. ![]()
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