Dell Inspiron 15R 5537 Keyboard Replacement

Introduction

If the keyboard on your Dell Inspiron 15R 5537 is malfunctioning or has been damaged in any way, this guide will show you how to properly remove it so you can replace it with a new one.

The keyboard sends the information that you type on the keys through a ribbon cable connected to the motherboard. A faulty ribbon cable can cause keys to not work when pressed or type incorrectly.

Before using this guide, double-check your keyboard for any debris that may be preventing the keys from being depressed and make sure to test your keyboard thoroughly before deciding to replace it.

Before beginning this guide, make sure your laptop is powered off and disconnected from any external power source.

What you need

Step 1 Battery

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Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer.
Close the display and turn over the computer to see the battery locking tabs.

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Step 2

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Pull both of the locking tabs outwards until they both click to release the battery.
Pull the battery out by lifting it from the top and sliding it forward.

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Step 3 Keyboard

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Turn the laptop over so that the keyboard is facing up.
Use an opening tool to pry the keyboard from the base of the laptop.
Once the top of the keyboard is released, slide the keyboard upwards.
Be sure not to pull the keyboard straight up; this could damage the keyboard ribbon cable.

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Step 4

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Use an opening tool to remove the keyboard ribbon from the latch by lifting the tab on top.
Once lifted, disconnect the ribbon and replace with a new keyboard.

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