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Dell Inspiron 11z-1121 Keyboard Replacement

Introduction

This guide is going to teach users how to remove and replace the keyboard on a Dell Inspiron 11z-1121. Sometimes the keys on a keyboard may become unresponsive; this guide is a useful tool that can be used to fix the problem.

What you need

  1. Dell Inspiron 11z-1121 Keyboard Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron 11z-1121 Keyboard Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Slide the latches outward to release the battery.

    • Pull the battery outward to remove.

    • The latches should lock in place, allowing for easy removal.

    • The battery must be removed for safety reasons when replacing other components of the laptop.

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  2. Dell Inspiron 11z-1121 Keyboard Replacement, Keyboard: step 2, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron 11z-1121 Keyboard Replacement, Keyboard: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Unscrew three black 1mm screws using the PH1 Phillips-head screwdriver on the bottom of the laptop around the battery.

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  4. Dell Inspiron 11z-1121 Keyboard Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron 11z-1121 Keyboard Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Flip the laptop over and open it to expose the keyboard.

    • Use a plastic opening tool to pry up the keyboard, starting in the upper corner and working your way around.

    • Once the keyboard is pried up, do not remove the keyboard. There is still a ribbon attaching the keyboard to the laptop.

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  5. Dell Inspiron 11z-1121 Keyboard Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 Dell Inspiron 11z-1121 Keyboard Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Lift the keyboard to expose the ribbon attaching the keyboard to the laptop.

    • Flip up the black retaining flap on the ZIF connector and then pull the ribbon cable away.

    • Remove the keyboard from the laptop.

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Conclusion

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

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