Introduction
This guide is for users whose VAIO VGN-FW590 keyboard no longer functions. Before starting please be aware that keyboards warps easily during the removal/replacement process. If you wish to reuse/replace your keyboard be very careful and perform each step gently.
Tools
Parts
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Turn the computer off, close the LCD screen, and insure the computer is unplugged from any outlet.
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Turn the computer over so that the bottom of the computer is facing up and the "screen swivels" (DC in port and On button) are facing away from you.
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Locate the battery pack between the two "screen swivels" at the top of the computer back.
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Locate two sliding release switches below the battery pack.
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Slide the "Lock" release to the right toward the center of the computer.
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Slide the "Release" switch to the left, toward the center of the computer. It must be held in place because it is spring loaded.
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While holding the "Release" switch toward the center of the computer, press on the raised portion of the battery pack away from you. The battery pack will pop up.
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Once the battery pack has popped out of its compartment, lift it out of the computer.
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Remove the circled screws using the Phillips #0 screwdriver.
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The outer two screws are 7.7mm
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The center two screws are 2.5mm
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The bottom screw is 7.6mm
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Remove the audio panel above the keyboard.
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Lift one corner gently with a flat tool or fingernail.
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Pull the rest of the panel gently out by hand.
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Lift the keyboard gently, starting with one of the top corners.
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Pull keyboard gently from body of computer to prevent warping or breakage.
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Locate the connector ribbon behind the keyboard.
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Gently pull the ribbon from the locking device. It may take a few tries.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
