Key Replacement Help for HP/Compaq Laptops

Keyboard Key Parts


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Parts for Individual Keys ...

Why buy a whole keyboard when you can repair by replacing just 1 or 2 keys?
Replacing a key is easy, avoid the hassle and expense of installing a keyboard.


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KEY REPLACEMENT HELP FOR HP/COMPAQ LAPTOPS

Last Step First! : Replacing a Key-cap

We start with the last step because, for many people, it is the only step needed (it assumes the hinge scissor mechanism is in place).

Simply, line up the replacement key-cap over the center of the hinge scissor mechanism and press down on the center of the key-cap. You should hear "clicks" when the key-cap fixes properly onto the hinge scissor mechanism. You're done!

Tip: If you are having trouble with the "click down" then you probably need to turn the key-cap around through 180 degrees.

key-cap correctly placed in key position

If there is more to do ...

The rest of this help guide is divided up by hinge scissor type - you only need to use the part of the help guide specific to your hinge scissor type. So, click below on the hinge scissor type you have:


Type B1 circle standard size view other sizes	Type B2 key-hole standard size view other sizes

Type W1	Type W2
W1 key positions TOP : small size BOTTOM : standard size THREE metal flanges	W2 key positions TOP : small size BOTTOM : standard size FOUR metal flanges

Disclaimer

This help guide is provided as is and irithm takes no responsibility for any injury or damage done to yourself or your laptop through actions that include opening the interior body of your laptop or inserting or removing anything into or from any its ports (USB, ethernet etc.) or through the use of laptop key parts (key-caps and key scissors) not purchased from irithm through irithm.com or ebay.com.

Laptop key replacement should not affect warranties but you have to check your own warranty to be sure.