Inspiron E1505 Shift Key Came Off

ShoalsRebel,

These are basic instructions for replacing a keycap. The spacebar can be a bit trickier, but I present them in the hope they help. If they do not help, then replacing the keyboard is the only option.

Please shake the keycap and see if ther is an x-shaped plastic assembly hanging below the keycap. If it is there the re-assembly is as follows. Carefully note the position of the assembly relative to the letter marked on the upper LH corner of the keycap. You must remove the plastic assembly (it is called a scissor hinge) from the key top cap. If you look carefully at it, you will see how it snaps into the key top cap. Once it is off, slip each of the four legs of the scissor hinge underneath the appropriate loops on the key assembly on the keyboard. Keep the same relative alignment with respect to the keycap letter. When this is done correctly, the scissor hinge will stand up straight just waiting for the key top cap. Carefully line up the keycap with the letter in the correct position and push it firmly down onto the key. It should snap into place.

Thanks......I did get the key back on and it seems to be functioning.......however, it didn't look anything like you described.

I'm just concerned about potential future malfunctions and if my warranty will be in effect. I would hate to have to fork over $$ when the problem is in warranty now.

 

Shoally

I followed your instructions (more or less) and it went right back on! Thanks.