Gateway 450rog 450rgh remove replace keyboard User Manual

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Replacing the Gateway 450ROG and 
450RGH Keyboard
This package includes a replacement keyboard for either your Gateway 450ROG or 450RGH 
notebook and these printed instructions.
Tools you need
You need a small Phillips and a small flat-blade screwdriver to replace the keyboard.
Preventing static electricity discharge
The components inside your notebook are extremely sensitive to static electricity, also 
known as electrostatic discharge (ESD).
Before replacing the keyboard, follow these guidelines:
■Turn off your notebook.
■Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and attach it to a 
bare metal part of your workbench or other grounded connection.
■Touch a bare metal surface on your workbench or other grounded object.
■Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables.
■Remove the main and optional secondary batteries. For more information, see 
“Changing batteries” in your user guide.
■Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any PC Cards.
WarningTo avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and 
moving parts, turn off your notebook and unplug the power 
cord and modem and network cables before opening the 
case.
CautionESD can permanently damage electrostatic 
discharge-sensitive components in your notebook. Prevent 
ESD damage by following ESD guidelines every time you 
replace the keyboard. 
WarningTo prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any object 
into the vent holes of your notebook. 
						

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Before working with notebook components, follow these guidelines:
■Avoid static-causing surfaces such as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam.
■Remove components from their antistatic bags only when you are ready to use them. 
Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside of 
the bags provide electrostatic protection.
■Always hold components by their edges. Avoid touching the edge connectors. Never 
slide components over any surface. 
						

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Removing the keyboard
To remove the keyboard:
1Follow the instructions under “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 1.
2Turn off your notebook.
3Disconnect the AC adapter and modem and network cables.
4Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up.
5Remove the main and optional secondary batteries.
6Turn your notebook over so the top is facing up.
7Open the LCD panel to the normal viewing position.
8Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver under the bottom right corner of the keyboard 
bezel and gently pry it up.
ImportantInserting a piece of cloth between the screwdriver and 
keyboard and notebook case will help prevent damage to 
your notebook. 
						

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9Pull the bezel off your notebook. You will hear small snapping sounds as the bezel 
comes away from your notebook. Be careful not to break off the tabs found on the 
left end of the bezel.
10With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the four keyboard screws and put them in 
a safe place.
Screws 
						

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11Lift the back edge of the keyboard, then slowly rotate it toward you so it lies 
keys-down on top of your notebook. Be careful not to damage the LCD panel. 
						

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12Lift the keyboard connector using two fingers and remove the black keyboard cable. 
Be careful not to touch or damage any other components. 
13If your notebook has the optional EZ Point pointing device, lift the cable connector 
on the back of the keyboard and remove the white cable. 
						

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Installing the keyboard
To install the keyboard:
1Place the new keyboard keys-down on your notebook with the space bar away from 
you.
2Insert the keyboard plug, on the end of the black keyboard cable, onto the keyboard 
connector. 
3If your notebook has the optional EZ Point pointing device, insert the white cable 
into the cable connector on the back of the keyboard. Press down gntly on the cable 
connector to lock into place.
4Rotate the keyboard toward the LCD panel until the keyboard is almost face-up.
ImportantThe outside of the keyboard plug goes around the 
keyboard connector. The plug is correctly oriented if the 
cable is not twisted. 
						

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5Insert the tabs on the front of the keyboard under the palm rest.
6Gently press the keyboard down until it is flat all the way across. The keyboard should 
easily fall into place. Be careful not to damage the LCD panel.
7Replace the four keyboard screws.
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Screws 
						

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8Slide the two tabs on the left end of the bezel under your notebook frame.
9Press down on the bezel in several places until it clicks in place.
The bezel is correctly mounted when you can run you finger along the bezel and find 
no loose spots. The bezel should be flat all the way across.
10Replace the main and optional secondary batteries.
11Connect the power adapter and modem and network cables, then turn on your 
notebook.
CautionIf the bezel is not correctly replaced, your notebook could 
be damaged when you try to close the LCD panel. 
						

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Technical Support
See your user’s guide for Gateway Technical Support information.