User's Manual

Replacing the keyboard
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Replacing the keyboard
Important
Replace the keyboard only with a similar
keyboard provided by Gateway.
Tools Required
You need a small Phillips and a small
flat-blade screwdriver to replace the
keyboard.
If your keyboard becomes damaged, you can replace it with a similar keyboard
obtained from Gateway.
Removing the keyboard
To remove the keyboard:
1 Follow the guidelines under “Preventing static electricity discharge” on
page 36.
2 Turn off your notebook.
3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable.
4 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the notebook and remove
any Express cards.
5 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the
battery. For more information, see “Changing batteries” on page 31.
6 Remove the keyboard cover screw.
7 Remove the memory bay cover screw and put it in a safe place.