Gateway 600YG2 Keyboard Replacement

Introduction

The Gateway 600 YG2 includes a full-sized 86-key keyboard. Each key performs a specific function when pressed individually or in combination with other keys.

Follow the steps in this guide to replace your keyboard if necessary.

New or pre-owned keyboards can be purchased on eBay. An original factor laptop full complete keyboard with a 2-year protection plan can be purchased for $14.99.

Source: Keyboard Area - Gateway 600Y G2 User Manual

What you need

Step 1 Battery

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Flip the laptop over.
Slide the battery release tab to the right with your index finger to open the battery cover.

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Step 2

Remove the battery cover using the tab on the right side.
Take the battery out with your index finger.

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Step 3 Power Button Panel

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Insert the spudger between the "sysrq" and "ins" keys.
Gently pry free the power button panel above the keyboard, beginning from the right and moving to the left.

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Step 4 Keyboard

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Remove the 5 screws holding the keyboard in place.

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Step 5

Potential for device damage: When lifting the keyboard out, do not lift the keyboard up. Only fold back along the space bar edge.
Potential for device damage: Do not pull the black cable by the ribbon section. Only pull it from the connector itself.
Follow the black ribbon cable to the connector and gently pull straight up.