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PowerBook 3400 M3553 Keyboard Replacement

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  1. PowerBook 3400 M3553 Keyboard Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1
    • Close the screen and turn the PowerBook over, orienting the computer upside down, using the label to guide you.

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    • Hold the button on the front left side and slide the battery out.

  3. PowerBook 3400 M3553 Keyboard Replacement, Keyboard: step 3, image 1 of 1
    • With a Torx T8 screwdriver, remove the three Torx 24mm screws along the center of the back panel.

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    • Turn the computer over and open the display. You should see that the keyboard is loose.

    • Before attempting to remove the keyboard, note that a ribbon cable connects the keyboard to the logic board. Improper removal may damage your keyboard.

    • Slightly lift the front of the keyboard up, and slide the keyboard towards yourself.

    • Carefully lift the top half of the keyboard and pull it towards yourself.

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    • Loosen the ribbon cables connecting the keyboard to the computer by using a plastic opening tool to lift the tabs on either side of the cable port.

    • Gently remove the ribbons from its tabs.

Conclusion

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

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