Introducción
If your keyboard is no longer performing under its full potential, it may be time to replace it. There are a few warning signs that something is wrong with your keyboard such as keys falling off or breaking, dust and debris buildup, or unresponsiveness. This guide will provide assistance in removing and replacing the keyboard.
Before starting this guide, please be sure to review the Troubleshooting page for extra information on the keyboard.
Please note that this guide is specific to the HP Spectre x360 15-bl012dx.
*It is not required to remove the display assembly for this repair, however it makes the repair a bit easier.
Before beginning this repair, be sure to turn off your device and unplug from the power adapter.
Qué necesitas
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Place the computer so that the back panel is facing up. Begin by removing the two visible Torx T5 9 mm screws near the hinges.
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Next, remove the four visible Torx T5 3 mm on the sides.
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Using minimal force, lift the locking bars on the USB board ZIF connector using a plastic opening tool or fingernail and pull out the ribbon cable.
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Clean the old thermal paste off of the heat sink, cpu, and gpu using isopropyl alcohol and a paper towel. The higher the percentage of the alcohol, the better. I used 91%.
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Remember to apply thermal paste before installing the new motherboard with fresh thermal paste! A pea sized amount is plenty.
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Open the laptop so the screen is facing you.
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Using a Phillips #1 screwdriver, remove two 5 mm screws from each hinge.
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Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove sixteen 2 mm screws from the two metal plates on the back of the keyboard.
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Remove the metal plates.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.