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BlackBerry Curve 8900 Keypad Replacement

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BlackBerry Curve 8900 Keypad Replacement

Introduction

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If you are having difficulties using the keyboard on your BlackBerry Curve 8900, this guide will walk you through replacing the defective or faulty keyboard.

A functioning keyboard will input information when you press the keys into the device. However, a defective or faulty keyboard will not process the information inputted when keys are pressed. Keyboards can start to fail over time due to consistent use.

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    1. BlackBerry Curve 8900 Keypad Replacement, Remove the battery: step 1, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the back cover and the battery from the device.

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    2. BlackBerry Curve 8900 Keypad Replacement, Remove the protective cover: step 2, image 1 of 1
      • 4 screws should be visible. Pry off the lower portion of the back to reveal all 6 screws.

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    3. BlackBerry Curve 8900 Keypad Replacement, Remove the screws from the midframe: step 3, image 1 of 1
      • Remove all six T6 screws from the midframe.

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    4. BlackBerry Curve 8900 Keypad Replacement, Split apart the device: step 4, image 1 of 1
      • Separate the midframe from the rest of the device.

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    5. BlackBerry Curve 8900 Keypad Replacement, Remove the motherboard: step 5, image 1 of 1
      • Gently pry back the plastic tabs that secure the motherboard to the case.

      • Slowly work your way around the case prying the tabs until the motherboard comes free.

      • Remove the motherboard.

      • The keypad and navigation ball may become loose and fall away from the motherboard.

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    6. BlackBerry Curve 8900 Keypad Replacement, Remove the keypad: step 6, image 1 of 3 BlackBerry Curve 8900 Keypad Replacement, Remove the keypad: step 6, image 2 of 3 BlackBerry Curve 8900 Keypad Replacement, Remove the keypad: step 6, image 3 of 3
      • Lift the keypad from the motherboard.

      • When replacing the keypad, be sure that the navigation ball is in its original position.

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Conclusion

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

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