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Samsung Portable Dualband Tri-Mode Keypad Replacement

Introduction

If the keypad buttons are not responding or are functioning in a way that is different from their intended purpose, then it is possible that the keypad may be damaged. This guide shows how to check the keypad and, if necessary, replace it.

What you need

  1. Samsung Portable Dualband Tri-Mode Keypad Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 2 Samsung Portable Dualband Tri-Mode Keypad Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Slide the battery out from the battery compartment on the back of the phone.

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  2. Samsung Portable Dualband Tri-Mode Keypad Replacement, Antenna: step 2, image 1 of 2 Samsung Portable Dualband Tri-Mode Keypad Replacement, Antenna: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Unscrew the antenna top.

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  3. Samsung Portable Dualband Tri-Mode Keypad Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 3 Samsung Portable Dualband Tri-Mode Keypad Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 3 Samsung Portable Dualband Tri-Mode Keypad Replacement: step 3, image 3 of 3

    • Clasp the antenna with tweezers and push toward the top.

    • Remove the antenna.

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  5. Samsung Portable Dualband Tri-Mode Keypad Replacement, Backplate: step 4, image 1 of 3 Samsung Portable Dualband Tri-Mode Keypad Replacement, Backplate: step 4, image 2 of 3 Samsung Portable Dualband Tri-Mode Keypad Replacement, Backplate: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the four screws (3 mm) from the battery compartment.

    • Press the release buttons located on the side of the phone while gently prying the back plate off.

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  6. Samsung Portable Dualband Tri-Mode Keypad Replacement, Motherboard: step 5, image 1 of 3 Samsung Portable Dualband Tri-Mode Keypad Replacement, Motherboard: step 5, image 2 of 3 Samsung Portable Dualband Tri-Mode Keypad Replacement, Motherboard: step 5, image 3 of 3

    • Press the release tabs on the sides of the back casing.

    • Gently pry the motherboard loose and remove it.

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  7. Samsung Portable Dualband Tri-Mode Keypad Replacement, Keypad: step 6, image 1 of 3 Samsung Portable Dualband Tri-Mode Keypad Replacement, Keypad: step 6, image 2 of 3 Samsung Portable Dualband Tri-Mode Keypad Replacement, Keypad: step 6, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the gray keypad from the phone by peeling it back.

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  8. Samsung Portable Dualband Tri-Mode Keypad Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 2 Samsung Portable Dualband Tri-Mode Keypad Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the black keypad from the phone casing.

    • Clean the keypad and check for any damage. If the keypad is damaged, then replace it with a new one.

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Conclusion

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

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