BlackBerry Bold 9700 Keyboard Replacement

Introduction

Replacing the keyboard of the BlackBerry Bold 9700 is one of the easier repairs you will do. All it takes is a bit of prying and a screwdriver. The process of replacing the keyboard of your BlackBerry Bold 9700 will allow you to become familiar with your device and restore full functionality.

What you need

Step 1 Keyboard

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Remove the back panel by sliding it downward and lifting it away from the phone.

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Step 2

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Remove the battery by lifting the bottom edge of the battery from the bottom of the phone and up from the case.
(Warning: Power-off the device before removing the battery.)

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Step 3

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Remove the SIM card by pushing the card vertically through the bracket towards the top of the device.
The SIM card MUST be removed to disassemble the device.

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Step 4

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Use the plastic opening tool to gently pry the bottom panel with the AT&T logo away from the phone.
Note: You will hear a snapping sound.

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Step 5

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Remove the front panel 5.57mm Torx head screws x2 with the T5 Torx screwdriver.

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Step 6

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Use the plastic opening tool to remove the frame.
This will take a bit of effort. You will hear a snapping sound.

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Step 7

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Gently lift the bottom of the keyboard up with your fingers and pull it toward the bottom of the phone.

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Step 8

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Align the new keyboard to the bottom of the screen with the track pad slot angled downward.
Once the keyboard is flush with the screen, push the keyboard into place.

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