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KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement

Introduction

This a guide on cleaning and replacing keys on a KBD67 Lite R4 keyboard.

What you need

  1. KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Remove Keycaps: step 1, image 1 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Remove Keycaps: step 1, image 2 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Remove Keycaps: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Place keyboard on top of a flat table.

    • Remove keycaps manually or with a key cap puller, as demonstrated.

    • Organize tools to prevent loss.

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  2. KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Remove switches from PCB: step 2, image 1 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Remove switches from PCB: step 2, image 2 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Remove switches from PCB: step 2, image 3 of 3

    • These images showcase the correct utilization of a key switch puller.

    • Remove switches either manually or with a key switch puller.

    • A switch puller is recommended as hand removal might be difficult.

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  3. KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Remove case (unscrew from back): step 3, image 1 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Remove case (unscrew from back): step 3, image 2 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Remove case (unscrew from back): step 3, image 3 of 3

    • Use screwdriver to unscrew the eight screws on back of keyboard.

    • Make sure to secure screws for later use.

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  4. KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Remove PCB from case: step 4, image 1 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Remove PCB from case: step 4, image 2 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Remove PCB from case: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Unscrew the PCB from case.

    • Avoid placing the PCB on static-prone surfaces to prevent it from shorting the switch sockets.

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  6. KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Unscrew the stabilizers: step 5, image 1 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Unscrew the stabilizers: step 5, image 2 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Unscrew the stabilizers: step 5, image 3 of 3

    • Unscrew the stabilizers from the back of the PCB.

    • Keep track of the noise-reducing foam stickers screwed between the PCB and keyboard switches.

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  7. KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Pull Stabilizers out of PCB: step 6, image 1 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Pull Stabilizers out of PCB: step 6, image 2 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Pull Stabilizers out of PCB: step 6, image 3 of 3

    • Use switch puller to take out stabilizers.

    • Once the stabilizers are unscrewed from the back, they can be removed from the PCB.

    • This completes the disassembly of the keyboard. Place the PCB in a static-free area.

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  8. KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Place PCB on foam and plastic cover: step 7, image 1 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Place PCB on foam and plastic cover: step 7, image 2 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Place PCB on foam and plastic cover: step 7, image 3 of 3

    • Place the plastic and foam cover on the bottom of the keyboard case.

    • The PCB sits on top of the foam cover.

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  9. KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Put stabilizers back onto PCB: step 8, image 1 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Put stabilizers back onto PCB: step 8, image 2 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Put stabilizers back onto PCB: step 8, image 3 of 3

    • Ensure noise-reducing foam stickers are in position before attaching the stabilizers.

    • Install stabilizers onto the PCB.

    • Screw where applicable.

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  10. KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Replace switches into hot swap PCB: step 9, image 1 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Replace switches into hot swap PCB: step 9, image 2 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Replace switches into hot swap PCB: step 9, image 3 of 3
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    • Do not bend the switch pins.

    • Optional: You can clean the switches with a microfiber cloth.

    • Align the key switch pins with the corresponding holes on the PCB.

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  11. KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Put PCB back into the case: step 10, image 1 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Put PCB back into the case: step 10, image 2 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Put PCB back into the case: step 10, image 3 of 3

    • Use the eight screws saved from the third step.

    • Screw where applicable.

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  12. KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Choose keycaps for Switches: step 11, image 1 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Choose keycaps for Switches: step 11, image 2 of 3 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Choose keycaps for Switches: step 11, image 3 of 3

    • Choose keycaps to place onto switches.

    • Optional: If you would like, clean the keycaps with a microfiber cloth or a bristled toothbrush before reattaching them.

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  13. KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Test the switches and PCB: step 12, image 1 of 2 KBD67 Lite R4 Keyboard Keys Replacement, Test the switches and PCB: step 12, image 2 of 2

    • Plug the keyboard into a device of your choice and test its functions using appropriate software.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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Nathan Vieux

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