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I have a :; KEY on my keyboard that is not working. Do I have to replace the entire keyboard just to have that key operative, or is there a way to fix it?

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I suggest you bring it a tecnician to open the laptop.. It may save you money rather than buying a new set of keypads,, Maybe there is just something in ther that blocked the key from working.. If possible, watch while your laptop is being opened. if it is not a reputated technicial, he might replace some parts there.. just be careful

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Glad to help YOU!

Nope, you don't have to REPLACE the ENTIRE KEYBOARD!
All you have to do is to take the keyboard out and to clean the CONNECTOR of that key (and to blow a little the rest of the keyboard, just to clean it up entirely...). WARNING!!! Take care of the cable that connects the keyboard to the motherboard; detach the WHITE PLUG slowly - making sure you ill not break it! Otherwise your keyboard will become useless...!

GOOD LUCK!

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You have to replace the keyboard.

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