Dell XPS M1730 Keyboard Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

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1. Step 1 Battery
  Push the sliding button near the battery compartment.
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2. Step 2
  Slide the button next to the battery and lift up on the lip of the battery edge.
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3. Step 3
  Lift and remove the battery.
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1. Step 4 Keyboard
  Remove the plastic trim at the base of the screen screen. Start from the tab on the right side and work to the left side.
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2. Step 5
  Remove the four screws from the top of the keyboard bracket.
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3. Step 6
  Remove the keyboard by sliding it forward, off of the clips, and then lifting up.
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4. Step 7
  Lift the keyboard about 2 inches up from the laptop platform.
  
  From this angle the keyboard ribbon connector can be seen and disconnected.
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Conclusion

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

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