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VAIO PRO PF Keyboard Replacement

Introduction

This is the procedure for replacing the keyboard on a VAIO Pro PF (VJPF11*)

What you need

  1. VAIO PRO PF Keyboard Replacement, Remove all screws on the rear panel.: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Remove all 16 screws from the back.

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  2. VAIO PRO PF Keyboard Replacement, Remove and separate the key top cover: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • The bottom and key-top components can be separated by removing the rear screws.

    • Pull out the flat cable shown in the picture to completely decouple it.

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  4. VAIO PRO PF Keyboard Replacement, Separation of keyboard top and keyboard.: step 3, image 1 of 3 VAIO PRO PF Keyboard Replacement, Separation of keyboard top and keyboard.: step 3, image 2 of 3 VAIO PRO PF Keyboard Replacement, Separation of keyboard top and keyboard.: step 3, image 3 of 3

    • Use a spatula to separate the plastic pins that hold the keyboard top and keyboard in place.

    • A portion of the broken pin will remain, and the new keyboard will be glued to this to hold it in place.

    • The left side is the new keyboard and the right side is the old keyboard.

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  5. VAIO PRO PF Keyboard Replacement, Install a new keyboard: step 4, image 1 of 3 VAIO PRO PF Keyboard Replacement, Install a new keyboard: step 4, image 2 of 3 VAIO PRO PF Keyboard Replacement, Install a new keyboard: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Install the new keyboard, fitting the plastic pins for the remaining fixation.

    • An adhesive is used to secure the keyboard. In this case, UV cured glue is used. For stronger fixation, epoxy glue should be used.

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  6. VAIO PRO PF Keyboard Replacement, Replace all cover seals that had been removed.: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Install all cover seals and FAN airflow seals that were used for insulation.

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  7. VAIO PRO PF Keyboard Replacement, Wire the mainboard and keyboard together and put them back in place.: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Tie the flat cable and secure the keyboard top and mainboard side with screws.

    • Turn on the power and check that the key input and backlight work properly.

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