Laptop keypad

jodybhoy · Dec 02, 2007, 16:45:58

Couple of keys on my laptop have started to fall off. Anybody know how to sort this?

Rik · Dec 02, 2007, 16:47:58

If it's just the keytops, then super glue will often sort it.

jodybhoy · Dec 02, 2007, 17:04:00

Thanks for your help.

Lance · Dec 02, 2007, 17:27:50

I'd say it's an excuse to the other half to get a new laptop...

Failing that, super glue should be just fine!

Rik · Dec 02, 2007, 17:34:19

Nice lateral thinking, Lance - Simon's puzzles are clearly rubbing off on you.

Lance · Dec 02, 2007, 17:35:29

I've always fancied myself as a box of an out-of-the-box thinker! When the subject and time suit that is!

Rik · Dec 02, 2007, 17:36:01

I like things that come out of a box.

Simon · Dec 02, 2007, 20:21:56

Quote from: Rik on Dec 02, 2007, 17:36:01
I like things that come out of a box.

Oh yes, it's always very exciting isn't it? The only trouble I have is where to put all the empty ones, in case I need to return something, or sell it on.

Rik · Dec 03, 2007, 00:05:33

After 21 years here, you should see our loft!

Gary · Dec 03, 2007, 00:10:46

Quote from: Rik on Dec 03, 2007, 00:05:33
After 21 years here, you should see our loft!

Sounds like our garage Rik, thing is all the boxes seem to be things I have bought

Rik · Dec 03, 2007, 00:14:23

Yup, and I don't like to throw them away as they'll be handy for moving one day...

Glenn · Dec 04, 2007, 10:54:59

Super glue is not the answer as most laptop keyboard keys need to move on a scissor type pivot, gluing it will stop the key from working correctly

Rik · Dec 04, 2007, 10:59:04

I didn't know that, Glenn - I've only ever repaired normal keyboards. Is there a solution for notebooks?

Glenn · Dec 04, 2007, 11:07:52

You need to check the lugs on the pivot and on the base of the keycap to ensure that they are not damaged. If they are ok then it is usually just a matter of refitting the key cap correctly