ASUS K53E-BBR1 Keyboard Replacement

Introduction

This guide is intended to demonstrate how to replace a malfunctioning keyboard on the ASUS K53-E-BBR1. You will need an opening tool to remove the keyboard. Also be cautious of the ribbon cable connecting the keyboard to the laptop.

What you need

Step 1 Keyboard

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Lift the monitor up so that the keyboard is visible.
You will notice five spots on the top of the keyboard where the iFixit opening tool should be placed.

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Step 2

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Use the iFixit opening tool on each of the designated spots to pry the keyboard apart from the palm rest.
You will hear a light "pop" sound each time you pry the keyboard.
Once the keyboard is loose, do not pull keyboard far (more than 3 inches) apart from the from the palm rest. There is a "bus" connector attached to the bottom.

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Step 3

Carefully disconnect the "bus" connector from the laptop. Press on it with your thumb/index finger and slide it right along the surface of the laptop.

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