IBM ThinkPad T42 Keyboard and Trackpad Replacement

Step 1 Bottom cover

• Using a Phillips #0 screwdriver, identify and unscrew the twenty screws located on the underside of the T42.
Step 2 Rear screws

• Unscrew the four Phillips screws located on either side of the rear of the T42 (there are two located on each end.)
Step 3 Keyboard/Trackpad Removal
• Flip the laptop over and open the screen.
• The bezel and keyboard will be loose, be careful.
Step 4 Disconnecting Ribbon Cables
• Carefully maneuver the palm rest away from the keyboard, as both the keyboard and palm rest/trackpad will come off together.
• Remember, both the keyboard and trackpad have connectors to the motherboard. Disconnect these before completely removing either component.

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