GMMK-BRN Keyboard Switch Replacement

ID: 157787

Description: Over time, switches in a keyboard can wear out...

Steps:

  1. Unplug the keyboard from your device.
  2. Place the keyboard on a clean workspace, along with the tools required.
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  4. Use your fingers or a keycap remover and pull directly upward to remove the keycap.
  5. It is possible to damage the keycap if not pulled directly upwards.
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  7. Use the switch remover to push the tabs in on the opposite sides of the switch.
  8. Firmly pull the switch upwards.
  9. If the switch is pulled at an angle, there is a risk to damaging the switch.
  10. The switch may not come out easily, so more force may be required.
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  12. Align the pins on the keycap with the ones inside the keyboard.
  13. Insert the switch, and press down firmly until a click is heard.
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  15. Align the cross of the keycap with the cross of the switch.
  16. Push the keycap down firmly to reattach.
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  18. Plug the keyboard back into your device.
  19. Turn you device on and do a test to see if the new switch works.
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