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Lenovo IdeaPad Y500 Keyboard Replacement

Lenovo IdeaPad Y500 Keyboard Replacement

Isabella Morvel

Isabella Morvel and 5 other contributors

Last updated on January 5, 2021

15 minutes
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Introduction

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Utilize this guide to remove or replace a keyboard that is no longer functioning correctly from a Lenovo IdeaPad Y500. Creating a backup for your hard drive is recommended in case of damage caused during keyboard removal.  Unplug the computer before any further steps are completed to avoid damaging components of the device.

After removing the old keyboard, repeat all steps in reverse order(starting with the final step and finishing with step 1) to reassemble your device. Consult your local regulations concerning the disposal of electronic waste materials.

What you need

Tools

  • Phillips #1 Screwdriver
    Phillips #1 Screwdriver
  • Spudger
    Spudger
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    • Slide the lock on the right side until you hear a click. Once you hear a click , you should see the color red.

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    • Unlike the first lock, this lock is spring loaded and must be held in place when used.

    • Slide the lock to the left (in the direction of the arrow below the lock) and hold in place.

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    • Gently pull battery away from the computer while holding open the lock.

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    • Unlock the battery latch by pulling it up.

    • It should reveal red underneath when it's unlocked.

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    • Push the latch down and then hold in position.

    • Pull the optical drive out.

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    • Remove nine screws with a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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    • Pull up on the loosened cover to remove.

    • Remove two screws with a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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    • Pull the tab straight to the left until part releases.

    • Lift up the part to remove completely.

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    • To release the DIMM, pull the tabs on either side away from each other simultaneously.

    • The DIMM will pop out on its own.

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    • To disconnect the Wi-Fi cables, use a spudger to gently push up under them.

    • Wi-Fi cables are delicate.

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    • Using a Phillips #1 screwdriver, remove the two screws.

    • Once screws are out, the card will just pop out.

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    • Remove three screws using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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    • With the laptop upside down, open slightly.

    • To remove the keyboard, push the back of the keyboard forward with your thumb while pulling away from the laptop on the other side.

    • You will not be able to pull the keyboard completely away. The cables are still connected to the laptop.

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    • To release the cables, use the spudger to push both ends on the side of the cable.

    • Gently pull the cables up to disconnect.

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    • Pull the keyboard up and away from the laptop to remove it.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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Isabella Morvel

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Not sure if removing all components was really necessary just to replace the keyboard but I still did it and succeeded in replacing the keyboard. Thank you for great and detailed instructions.

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