How to Fix an Acer Aspire Keyboard

How to Fix an Acer Aspire Keyboard

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Acer Aspire is a popular range of laptops. However, like all laptops, daily use can lead to sticky, lost or broken keyboard keys. The buildup of dirt under the keyboard or damaged key clips are the most common issues. Removing keys, gently cleaning the board or even replacing the entire keyboard usually solves the problem. Different Aspire models will have slightly different features, but following a few standard steps should help you diagnose the problem and repair your Acer Aspire keyboard.

1. Unplug the computer from the wall outlet and power it down. Remove the power cord from the rear of the laptop.

2. Turn the Acer Aspire over and remove the battery pack by sliding the battery catch and pulling the pack out.

Open the laptop and push the screen back to its full extension.

3. Point a strong light at the keyboard. Look at the problem keyboard areas for signs of debris under the keys or for any small broken plastic parts. If there is an obvious blockage, such as a crumb or piece of dirt, remove it using tweezers. If a key still sticks, press down on the key below with your thumb. Take a flat head screwdriver in your other hand and gently pry off the stuck key from the top edge.

4. Check for any sticky dirt and wipe it away with a dry cloth. Use a can of compressed air to blow out any dust and particles from underneath the keys.

5. Assess the plastic casing clip for signs of damage. If undamaged, snap the key back into place with your thumb. If the plastic is damaged, you may need to replace the entire keyboard.

6. Purchase a replacement keyboard from a local computer store, the Acer website or a registered Acer parts dealer. Keyboards are generally around $ 30, as of 2010.

7. Remove your current Acer Aspire keyboard. Models vary, but in general you need to locate the three small screws in the empty battery pack compartment. Alternatively, the screws may be accessible under the power button cover above the keyboard. Remove these screws using a Phillips screwdriver.

8. Pry the power button panel up at the join between the panel and the keyboard. Locate the small catches above the top line of keys. Typically, these are between the "F4" and "F5" keys, between the "F8" and "F9" keys and between the "F12" and "PrtSc" keys. Press the catches in using your tweezers or flat head screwdriver. Remove the entire keyboard.

9. Remove the ribbon connecting the keyboard to the computer. Replace the old board by sliding the ribbon into the new keyboard. Press the new keyboard in place and snap the power button panel into its slot. Insert the screws into the correct holes in the battery compartment. Insert the battery and power up the machine. The keyboard should work properly.

 

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Acer Aspire is a popular range of laptops. However, like all laptops, daily use can lead to sticky, lost or broken keyboard keys. The buildup of dirt under the keyboard or damaged key clips are the most common issues. Removing keys, gently cleaning the board or even replacing the entire keyboard usually solves the problem. Different Aspire models will have slightly different features, but following a few standard steps should help you diagnose the problem and repair your Acer Aspire keyboard.

1. Unplug the computer from the wall outlet and power it down. Remove the power cord from the rear of the laptop.

2. Turn the Acer Aspire over and remove the battery pack by sliding the battery catch and pulling the pack out.

Open the laptop and push the screen back to its full extension.

3. Point a strong light at the keyboard. Look at the problem keyboard areas for signs of debris under the keys or for any small broken plastic parts. If there is an obvious blockage, such as a crumb or piece of dirt, remove it using tweezers. If a key still sticks, press down on the key below with your thumb. Take a flat head screwdriver in your other hand and gently pry off the stuck key from the top edge.

4. Check for any sticky dirt and wipe it away with a dry cloth. Use a can of compressed air to blow out any dust and particles from underneath the keys.

5. Assess the plastic casing clip for signs of damage. If undamaged, snap the key back into place with your thumb. If the plastic is damaged, you may need to replace the entire keyboard.

6. Purchase a replacement keyboard from a local computer store, the Acer website or a registered Acer parts dealer. Keyboards are generally around $ 30, as of 2010.

7. Remove your current Acer Aspire keyboard. Models vary, but in general you need to locate the three small screws in the empty battery pack compartment. Alternatively, the screws may be accessible under the power button cover above the keyboard. Remove these screws using a Phillips screwdriver.

8. Pry the power button panel up at the join between the panel and the keyboard. Locate the small catches above the top line of keys. Typically, these are between the "F4" and "F5" keys, between the "F8" and "F9" keys and between the "F12" and "PrtSc" keys. Press the catches in using your tweezers or flat head screwdriver. Remove the entire keyboard.

9. Remove the ribbon connecting the keyboard to the computer. Replace the old board by sliding the ribbon into the new keyboard. Press the new keyboard in place and snap the power button panel into its slot. Insert the screws into the correct holes in the battery compartment. Insert the battery and power up the machine. The keyboard should work properly.

 

 

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Acer Aspire One D250 Keyboard Repair and Replacement

Step one: Remove the two screws from the bottom of the computer that are holding down the Acer Aspire One D250 Keyboard bezel. The bezel is the bar that sits right above all the function keys.

Step two: Turn the computer over, open the cover and insert the credit card or guitar pick between the bezel and the laptop screen.

The bezel has pegs that sit in holes, you need to slowly pry up the bezel. It will make a bit of a popping noise as it is removed.

Step three: Now hold on to the laptop keyboard from the end closest to the screen and gently pull it away from the touch-pad end and flip it over. You will see the ribbon attached to the underside of the Acer Aspire One D250 Keyboard. There is a little plastic connector holding the ribbon to the computer. To unlock it, carefully pull up on the two tabs; one located on each corner of the connector. Be very gentle when you do this as this is the one part that gets broken the most often when changing a keyboard. The ribbon cable will now be released.

Step four: Carefully pull the ribbon out of the connector and remove it along with the entire Acer laptop keyboard.

Final step: To insert the new Acer Aspire One D250 Keyboard, place the board face down so you have easy access to the ribbon. Make sure the keyboard is lined up so when you flip it back over the keys are in the correct position. Keep the ribbon straight at all times; twisting it could damage it. Place the ribbon in the connector; it only goes in one way. Once in place, push down on the connector tabs to lock it. Now flip the keyboard over and slide it down toward the touch pad and take the bezel and line the pegs up with the holes and push it in place. Then turn the computer over and replace the two screws you removed from the bottom. You can now power on your computer and see if the Acer Aspire One D250 Keyboard works. If it is not working, more than likely the ribbon was not inserted properly.

 

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