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MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement

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  1. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement, Battery: 步骤 1 中的图像 1,1
    • Use your fingers to push both battery release tabs away from the battery, and lift the battery out of the computer.

    Years ago, I had to return/replace this type of a battery several times because of erratic behavior in the laptop. Suddenly I had one that lasted for 5 years before not taking any charge anymore. So, I'm going to order a new one hopefully without having to restart the return charade BECAUSE:

    I observed that the battery's CONTACTs are unreliably INTERMITTENT. So far, it helped for a while moving it in and out in order to chafe the contacts' surfaces against each other.

    moise - 回复

  2. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement, RAM Shield: 步骤 2 中的图像 1,1
    • Remove the three identical Phillips screws from the memory door.

    Tip for new players - print this guide, then use Sello tape to tape the screws from each step on the picture. Keeps them all organised and easy to know which screws belong to which step when putting it all back together

    MPB Monkey - 回复

    Thanks a lot for this great advice. I followed it, and it turned out to be very useful and practical.

    Ralf Bergs -

    来自 MPB Monkey 的话:

    "...Tip for new players - print this guide, then use Sello tape..."

    It's one word: Sellotape, the biggest brand in Europe. :-)

    matthk - 回复

    In regard to the incredible amount of TINY screws, get an Ice Cube Tray or something with AT LEAST 8 compartments, then, when taking out the screws, mark EACH compartment with the step # and how many screws that were taken out, and used for THAT STEP (such as Step # 3 = 4 of 4 screws. Label EACH compartment, and keep them in line of each step. When it comes time to put everything back together, just reverse your Ice Cube Tray, and follow the Steps in Reverse!

    As far as marking each compartment, try these POST IT PENS!!!

    http://www.staples.com/Post-it-Flag-Ball...

    GOOD LUCK! Take your time, it's not as difficult as it seems!

    JerseyJeepGurl

    JerseyJeepGurl - 回复

    An ice cube tray is definitely the way to go!

    Martok Bulls -

    This guide helped me to remove the keyboard on my MBP, but it doesn't take you further to take the keyboard apart. If you REALLY want to look inside the keyboard, you'll need to remove additional phillips screws (10), and carefully remove the inner plastic/clear layers inside the keyboard.

    I did this to look for physical damage inside the keyboard and noticed that the black plastic? sheet was torn on my letter 'v', which was one of the keys not working. I did not see any physical sign anywhere else on the keyboard, though.

    So, after pulling the defective keyboard away and installing the new one purchased from iFixit, putting everything back together is not too difficult, just reverse.

    One thing, though: Check and double-check before you tighten the case screws to make sure your keyboard backlight is working. I noticed I had forgotten to plug it in, luckily for me before I put all the screws on the case.

    To avoid losing any screws, print this guide and use clear tape to tape the screws next to the step. Use double-tape to avoid tearing or one of the tiny screws from falling out.

    Good luck!

    Thanks iFixit for helping me replace my MBP's keyboard!

    juanortuno - 回复

    Thank you for some excellent advice form JerseyJeep Gurl

    来自 SubodhJ 的话:

    SubodhJ - 回复

    Worked perfect on my 4,1 mbp. Took ~15 min.

    I don't see a boost in speed... or is just me?

    I used 500 GB 7200 RPM Seagate SATA Hard Drive model ST9500420AS.

    (if has a G letter at the end (ASG) is the one with built in shock protection who conflict sometimes with the mac own G protection).

    crus - 回复

    This guide was awesome. I used JerseyJeepGurl's suggestion and used an egg carton, numbering each cavity as a step in the guide. So for a step that had me remove 3 different kinds of screws, I had a cavity for each, numbered: 1a, 1b, 1c and wrote a,b,c on the guide itself next to each bullet point in the step. It was awesome.

    I guess that before starting I overlooked what a T6 torx actually was. I started this process at 8pm and realized right away that I did not have a set that small and of course all stores were closing. Lowes actually had an awesome fine torx driver set for only 7 bucks!

    So that you fixit.

    tech4eleven - 回复

    来自 tech4eleven 的话:

    This guide was awesome. I used JerseyJeepGurl's suggestion and used an egg carton, numbering each cavity as a step in the guide. So for a step that had me remove 3 different kinds of screws, I had a cavity for each, numbered: 1a, 1b, 1c and wrote a,b,c on the guide itself next to each bullet point in the step. It was awesome.

    I guess that before starting I overlooked what a T6 torx actually was. I started this process at 8pm and realized right away that I did not have a set that small and of course all stores were closing. Lowes actually had an awesome fine torx driver set for only 7 bucks!

    So that you fixit.

    Thank you everybody for "thanking me" on the compartment advice! Also, just about ANY Auto parts store will have a set of Torx Screw drivers, in a handy little set, that is all together. Good luck everybody,,remember,TAKE YOUR TIME, BREATH, AND DON'T GET FRUSTRATED!!! (STEALING ADVICE FROM PEARL JAM,,BREATH,JUST BREATH),,,,AND YOU'LL BE ABLE TO DO IT YOURSELF!

    JJG

    JerseyJeepGurl - 回复

    来自 JerseyJeepGurl 的话:

    In regard to the incredible amount of TINY screws, get an Ice Cube Tray or something with AT LEAST 8 compartments, then, when taking out the screws, mark EACH compartment with the step # and how many screws that were taken out, and used for THAT STEP (such as Step # 3 = 4 of 4 screws. Label EACH compartment, and keep them in line of each step. When it comes time to put everything back together, just reverse your Ice Cube Tray, and follow the Steps in Reverse!

    As far as marking each compartment, try these POST IT PENS!!!

    http://www.staples.com/Post-it-Flag-Ball...

    GOOD LUCK! Take your time, it's not as difficult as it seems!

    JerseyJeepGurl

    Michael Fredrickson - 回复

    来自 Michael Fredrickson 的话:

    I get a piece of "corrugated" cardboard and draw an outline of the laptop and all the "compartments" that are accessed. When you take a screw out simply punch it threw top layer of the cardboard exactly where it goes. Multiple compartments - just draw another diagram on the cardboard. Voila!

    Michael Fredrickson - 回复

    I just finished replacing my hard drive following these instructions and they were perfect. The only minor complication involved the ribbon cable connecting to the sleep light and IR sensor connectors. The entire cable was tightly glued to the hard drive. But I got it loose with 10 minutes of gentle prying with a spudger.

    To keep track of the screws I just sketched an outline of the bottom panel, taped the screws in the right places and numbered them with the step numbers.

    Tom McAuliffe - 回复

    I just used that Glad Press' N Seal. I just cut a 4 in piece, cut slits in it to about half way, Put the screws on there, and fold the pieces over the screws. You can number them, i just kept track of them. Also, you might not need that much, i just cut that much just to be safe.

    benchallinor27 - 回复

    I use magnet

    I use the magnet that close the refigerator door.

    The screws are put on the magnet, so it didnot fall from the table.

    i am french so sorry for my english

    Madoc -

    Just another idea for a container for all the little screws: pillbox. I got one for about $1.00 at the store with 14 compartments.

    Brian Littmann - 回复

  3. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement: 步骤 3 中的图像 1,1
    • Lift the memory door up enough to get a grip on it, and slide it toward you, pulling it away from the casing.

  4. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement, Upper Case: 步骤 4 中的图像 1,1
    • Remove the two 2.8 mm Phillips screws in the battery compartment near the latch.

  5. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement: 步骤 5 中的图像 1,1
    • Remove the following 6 screws:

    • Two 10 mm T6 Torx screws on either side of the RAM slot.

    • Four 14.5 mm Phillips screws along the hinge.

  6. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement: 步骤 6 中的图像 1,1
    • Remove the four 3.2 mm Phillips screws on the port side of the computer.

    "port side of the computer" should read "starboard side". It's on the right-hand side when the computer is positioned normally in front of you.

    joeycoole - 回复

    Port side as in I/O port side, as in the side that has the FireWire and ethernet ports. This is a MacBook, not a sailboat ;)

    Andrew Bookholt -

    Maybe I'm too used to running flight simulators on my Macs. But to us sailors or pilots, it would perhaps be clearer if the instructions mentioned "I/O port side" as Andrew did above.

    Honestly, it never crossed my mind that 'port' refered to in/out…

    joeycoole -

  7. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement: 步骤 7 中的图像 1,1
    • Rotate the computer 90 degrees and remove the two 3.2 mm Phillips screws from the rear of the computer.

  8. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement: 步骤 8 中的图像 1,1
    • Rotate the computer 90 degrees again and remove the four 3.2 mm Phillips screws from the side of the computer.

    In my machine the screw closest to the power connector had a slightly thicker head, and would not sit flush, upon reassembly, unless it was returned to the same hole.

    Martin Kenny - 回复

  9. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement: 步骤 9 中的图像 1,1
    • Do not yank the upper case off quickly. The case is attached to the logic board via a ribbon cable.

    • Lift up at the rear of the case and work your fingers along the sides, freeing the case as you go. Once you have freed the sides, you may need to rock the case up and down to free the front of the upper case (there are some hidden plastic clips that need to be clicked off).

    Be super careful not to bend the metal tabs that hook the upper case into the lower case. If bent these make it challenging to close and reattach the upper case.

    lama - 回复

    I had already done this once and now have a larger SSD to put in and cannot get past this step as the back just will not pop off. In fact- the front comes off fine but the back, where you cannot get the spudger, is "glued" or wedged solid. I suspect that the rear screw tabs have jammed. :(

    Stefanie - 回复

    I would not rock the case up and back. There are 4 plastic connectors that need to come loose, start on the left side with a spudger about a quarter of the distance from the edge and pop them up from left to right, one by one.

    maccentric - 回复

  10. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement: 步骤 10 中的图像 1,1
    • Disconnect the trackpad and keyboard ribbon cable from the logic board, removing tape as necessary.

    • Remove the upper case.

    Kudos for this fantastic walk-through of replacing the hard drive. I just swapped in a new SSD and it was a piece of cake!

    On Step 10, I tried just propping up the keyboard and leaving it connected to the logic board. It worked for a while but eventually the ribbon popped off. Luckily it wasn't damaged and it's super easy to replace.

    DJR - 回复

    Same happened to me. No damage here either. :-)

    Ralf Bergs -

    Since there is the ONE cable going from the top keyboard/touchpad assembly to the motherboard, you need to be careful lifting it up and removing it.

    Start at the front of the laptop, using a spudger to widen the gap so you can see inside where the ribbon cable attaches.

    When re-assembling, use a couple of spudgers to prop up the keyboard/touchpad assembly and hold it in place. Re-connect the cable, then starting from the rear, lower the assembly into place.

    ECJohansen - 回复

  11. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement, Keyboard: 步骤 11 中的图像 1,1
    • Use a spudger to pry up the translucent plastic sheath covering the keyboard connector.

    fyi: The plastic cover is attached to the frame with some sort of adhesive.

    Erik Hansen - 回复

  12. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement: 步骤 12 中的图像 1,1
    • Use the tip of a spudger to flip up the black plastic flaps locking down the keyboard and keyboard backlight ribbon cables.

  13. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement: 步骤 13 中的图像 1,1
    • Slide the orange keyboard backlight ribbon out of its connector.

  14. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement: 步骤 14 中的图像 1,1
    • Peel up the orange tape covering the keyboard backlight connector.

  15. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement: 步骤 15 中的图像 1,1
    • Use the tip of a spudger to flip up the brown plastic flap locking down the keyboard backlight ribbon cable.

  16. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement: 步骤 16 中的图像 1,1
    • Use a spudger or your finger to slide the keyboard backlight ribbon out of its connector.

  17. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement: 步骤 17 中的图像 1,1
    • Carefully peel up the orange ribbon cable which carries the power and sleep signals, removing tape as necessary.

  18. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement: 步骤 18 中的图像 1,1
    • Peel back the black protective sheath on the right side of the upper case. It is not necessary to fully remove this shield. Simply peel it back enough to access the screws beneath.

    Be careful not to rip the black sheath, there are a couple small areas that are easy to rip, although it is not a big deal if you do.

    jeffo - 回复

  19. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement: 步骤 19 中的图像 1,1
    • Peel back the black protective sheath on the left side of the upper case. It is not necessary to fully remove this shield. Simply peel it back enough to access the screws beneath.

  20. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement: 步骤 20 中的图像 1,1
    • Remove the ten identical Phillips screws attaching the keyboard to the casing.

    My case had ten screws instead of eight. Also, three were covered by black plastic dots.

    bjbuchanan - 回复

  21. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement: 步骤 21 中的图像 1,1
    • There are four locking tabs along the back edge of the keyboard holding it in place. These tabs must be straightened before you can remove the keyboard.

    My case had six tabs instead of four.

    bjbuchanan - 回复

  22. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement: 步骤 22 中的图像 1,1
    • The first frame shows a tab in the "locked" position and the second frame shows the same tab in the "unlocked" position.

    • Use needlenose pliers or a spudger to bend each of the four tabs so that they are all in the "unlocked" position.

  23. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement: 步骤 23 中的图像 1,1
    • Slide the keyboard ribbon out of its connector.

    • If the keyboard ribbon won't slide out, make sure that the black plastic flap holding the ribbon in place is vertical.

  24. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement: 步骤 24 中的图像 1,1
    • Place the upper casing on its edge and use a spudger to push the keyboard away from the casing, poking the spudger through the central keyboard screw hole. Grasp the keyboard as it separates from the casing.

  25. MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Model A1211 Keyboard Replacement: 步骤 25 中的图像 1,1
    • Maintaining your hold on the keyboard, lay the casing flat and gently bow the keyboard until the two tabs on either side of the keyboard come free.

    • Slide the keyboard away from the trackpad and out of the upper case.

    • When reversing the steps and installing the new keyboard, be sure to carefully insert the keyboard ribbon and the keyboard backlight ribbon into their respective slots in the upper case before reinserting the tabs on either side of the keyboard.

    When installing the new keyboard, insert the bottom tabs first, then bow the keyboard to insert the tabs, two on the top of each side. It can be a little tricky. The keyboard should be totally flat with no waves or bubbles.

    jeffo - 回复

    When installing the new keyboard, make sure and route both ribbon cables back through the housing prior to installing. The small one is easy to miss (trust me).

    bjbuchanan - 回复

    Before putting the new keyboard in its final position make certain that the backlight/sleep ribbon cable in the middle penetrates through the inside to the logic board.

    doug789 - 回复

    Ditto the other comments re: bottom tabs first the bowing the keyboard slightly to get the ends in. And despite the warnings I almost missed the tiny middle backlight ribbon connector - had to undo 4 screws and pry it through at the last minute!

    lama - 回复

结论

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

69等其他人完成本指南。

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The replacement keyboard I bought, although advertised for A1211 had no tabs on the sides and 6 locking across the top. The extra locking tabs in the corners made the corners of the keyboard bubble up. If someone wanted to saw bits of the top cover it might work. I ended up breaking of the 2 extra locking tabs, and holding the corners down with double-sided tape. I had to triple up the double sided tape in 1 on the two corners to hold down all the layers. Not a great solution, but it actually worked and looked clean, and the keyboard lights still worked fine afterwards.

Shane - 回复

As to this ENTIRE guide I have to say - BRAVO - thorough, detailed, complete. Made this keyboard replacement fast, and totaly NON-confusing! Yay!

re: tiny backlight cable - it IS possible to (gently) thread it through it's designated opening after the keyboard has been seated, but you must do that BEFORE you screw it down. I found it easy by using a spudger to lift the tiny connector end through its opening while gently pushing on the keyboard from below (the side where you will screw it in.

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