BlackBerry Curve 8900 Keypad Replacement

Written By: Renae Bishop
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BlackBerry Curve 8900 Keypad Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

6

Time Required

30 - 40 minutes

Introduction

If you are having difficulties using the keyboard on your BlackBerry Curve 8900, this guide will walk you through replacing the defective or faulty keyboard.

A functioning keyboard will input information when you press the keys into the device. However, a defective or faulty keyboard will not process the information inputted when keys are pressed. Keyboards can start to fail over time due to consistent use.

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    • Remove the back cover and the battery from the device.

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    • 4 screws should be visible. Pry off the lower portion of the back to reveal all 6 screws.

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    • Remove all six T6 screws from the midframe.

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    • Separate the midframe from the rest of the device.

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    • Gently pry back the plastic tabs that secure the motherboard to the case.

    • Slowly work your way around the case prying the tabs until the motherboard comes free.

    • Remove the motherboard.

    • The keypad and navigation ball may become loose and fall away from the motherboard.

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    • Lift the keypad from the motherboard.

    • When replacing the keypad, be sure that the navigation ball is in its original position.

Conclusion

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

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Renae Bishop

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