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Back to Contents Page Keyboard Alienware® M11x R3 Service Manual Removing the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on your computer). CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by your warranty. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery Pack) before working inside the computer. Removing the Keyboard 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the base cover (see Removing the Base Cover). 3. Remove the battery pack (see Removing the Battery Pack). 4. Follow the instructions from step 4 to step 6 in Removing the Hard Drive. 5. Remove the memory module(s) (see Removing the Memory Module(s)) 6. Remove the two screws that secure the keyboard to the computer base. CAUTION: The keycaps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-consuming to replace. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard. CAUTION: Be extremely careful when removing and handling the keyboard. Failure to do so could result in scratching the display panel. 7. Turn the computer over and open the display as far as possible. 8. Remove the hinge cover (see Removing the Hinge Cover). 9. Remove the two screws that secure the keyboard to the computer base.