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HP Pavilion dv7-4285dx Keyboard Replacement

Introduction

This guide will describe the replacement of the keyboard of the HP Pavilion dv7-4285dx

What you need

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    • Slide the battery release switch to the left. The battery pack will then subsequently release.

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    • Remove the battery pack from the socket.

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    • Unscrew the 5 black plate screws using a Ph#0 screwdriver.

    • During the removal process, the back plate will retain the 5 back plate screws.

    • Use a metal spudger to carefully remove back plate.

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  5. HP Pavilion dv7-4285dx Keyboard Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Unscrew the 7.2mm screws using a Ph#0 screwdriver.

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    • Push the keyboard release switch using the metal spudger.

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    • Lift up keyboard from its resting position.

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    • Lift up black tab holding ribbon cable.

    • Remove ribbon cable from motherboard.

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    • Remove keyboard.

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Conclusion

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

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