Introduction
This guide will teach you how to remove a HP 14-fq1025nr keyboard and replace it with a new one. The keyboard allows for input to be typed into the computer. A faulty keyboard may result in input being incorrect and/or not being processed by the computer. For additional information and help with troubleshooting the keyboard, refer to our troubleshooting page. This replacement may require the use of a razorblade in order to remove some small parts holding down the keyboard component itself.
NOTE: The screen will need to be removed first to have full access to the keyboard cover.
WARNING: The computer uses a lithium-ion battery which contains toxic substances / flammable substances. Handle with caution.
What you need
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Remove the four gray 3 mm screws holding down the battery using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
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Remove the three silver screws (one 2 mm screw and two 4 mm screws) holding down the fan using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
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Remove the four gray 3 mm screws around the heat sink using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
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Remove the heat sink.
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Using a Phillips #0 screwdriver, remove the three black 5 mm screws holding down the speaker:
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Two screws on the left side
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One screw on the right side
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Remove the five 3 mm gray screws from around the motherboard using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.
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Remove the four black 5 mm screws holding down the two silver screen hinges using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.
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Use an iFixit opening tool to remove all the plastic hold downs from the keyboard cover.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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