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Integrated with a powerful 1.4 GHz processor, 16 GB RAM, enhanced graphics and more, this 13-inch portable computer handles tough workloads and multimedia effectively. It offers 256 GB of storage capacity for data. The Magic Keyboard of the MacBook Pro is designed to let you do everything faster and more efficiently. Jun 24, 2020 A MacBook Pro keyboard cover is essential if you want to keep your old MacBook Pro's keys from wear, tear, food, and spills. Go to main menu. The silver lining, though, is that the silicone.

In this guide I explain how to remove and replace failed or damaged keyboard on a MacBook Pro 13″, 15″ or 17″ unibody laptop.

As an example, I am doing it on a MacBook Pro 15″ (Early 2011) but it will be very similar for most MacBook Pro unibody model years 2008-2013.

In my case some liquid was spilled on the keyboard and some keyboard keys stopped working.

In a MacBook Pro the keyboard is mounted to the bottom side of the top case assembly. It means in order to replace the keyboard you will have to remove most internal components. You will need a set of fine Phillips and Torx screwdrivers.

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You will have to remove the logic board and cooling fans.

You will have to remove the optical drive.

You can use iFixit MacBook Pro disassembly guides to remove these components.

You have to know the model year of your MacBook Pro in order to find the correct disassembly guide.

Here is how to find the model year:

1. Search for the serial number printed on the bottom cover.
2. Check your serial number on the Apple site.
3. When you run the serial number you will find the model year in the results. For example, it will say MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2010).

Now you can go to the iFixit site and find the correct disassembly guide.

There are lots of different disassembly guides on that site. Search for the upper case removal or replacement guide. It's the most complete set of disassembly instructions.

You'll have to disassemble the laptop to the point where you have easy access to the keyboard, as it shown on the following picture.

As I mentioned earlier, you will have to remove the logic board, cooling fans, optical drive and un-route some cables.

It is NOT necessary to remove the battery, hard drive and display panel.

When it looks like one on the following picture, you are ready for the keyboard removal and replacement.

KEYBOARD REMOVAL PROCEDURE

STEP 1.

In MacBook Pro the power button permanently attached to the keyboard via a ribbon cable.

Before you can remove the keyboard you will have to release the power button.

Remove two screws securing the power button.

STEP 2.

Lift up the power button and separate the ribbon cable from the case.

The ribbon cable is glued to the case with sticky tape.

Un-route the power button from under the antenna and display cables. Voice sound effects software free.

There is a round silver spring located under the power button. Do not lose it.

STEP 3.

Different MacBook Pro models have different trackpad cables.

In my case it was a long L-shaped cable.

If your trackpad cable looks like mine, carefully unglue it from the keyboard.

You can secure the trackpad cable to the case with sticky tape so it stays away from the keyboard.

STEP 4.

A MacBook Pro keyboard has two parts – the keyboard itself and the backlight.

The backlight glued over the keyboard.

Carefully start separating the backlight from the keyboard.

You can be less careful, if you are not reusing the backlight.

When I have to replace a failed or damaged keyboard, I am always replacing the backlight too. It is just way easier to work with a brand new part.

The backlight has three different layers. Do not separate them from each other.

When you remove the backlight, you have to see the metal surface of the keyboard.

Continue separating the backlight from the keyboard.

The backlight has been removed.

STEP 5.

Now you can start removing the keyboard.

You will see LOTs of tiny screws (over 60) securing the keyboard to the top cover assembly.

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Remove all screws using a Phillips PH00 screwdriver (preferably magnetized).

STEP 6.

Remove the failed or damaged keyboard.

STEP 7.

Install a new keyboard and backlight into the laptop case. New keyboards available on eBay.

The only difference between 2009-2010 and 2011-2012 models is the F3 and F4 keys logo but the function will be the same.

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As I mentioned earlier, I always buy keyboards with backlight but you can reuse the old backlight if you wish.

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Instructions for MacBook Air laptops available here.

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Apple has determined that a small percentage of the keyboards in certain MacBook, MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro models may exhibit one or more of the following behaviors:

  • Letters or characters repeat unexpectedly
  • Letters or characters do not appear
  • Key(s) feel 'sticky' or do not respond in a consistent manner

Apple or an Apple Authorized Service Provider will service eligible MacBook, MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro keyboards, free of charge. The type of service will be determined after the keyboard is examined and may involve the replacement of one or more keys or the whole keyboard.

To identify your computer's model and to see if it is eligible for this program, choose Apple () menu > About This Mac. Eligible models are listed below.

  • MacBook (Retina, 12-­inch, Early 2015)
  • MacBook (Retina, 12­-inch, Early 2016)
  • MacBook (Retina, 12-­inch, 2017)
  • MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2018)
  • MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2019)
  • MacBook Pro (13­-inch, 2016, Two Thunderbolt 3 Ports)
  • MacBook Pro (13-­inch, 2017, Two Thunderbolt 3 Ports)
  • MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2019, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports)
  • MacBook Pro (13-­inch, 2016, Four Thunderbolt 3 Ports)
  • MacBook Pro (13-­inch, 2017, Four Thunderbolt 3 Ports)
  • MacBook Pro (15-­inch, 2016)
  • MacBook Pro (15-­inch, 2017)
  • MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2018, Four Thunderbolt 3 Ports)
  • MacBook Pro (15-­inch, 2018)
  • MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2019, Four Thunderbolt 3 Ports)
  • MacBook Pro (15-­inch, 2019)

Note: No other Mac notebook models are part of this program. Apple tv vs directv 2016.

Please choose one of the options below for service. Your Mac notebook will be examined prior to any service to verify that it is eligible for this program.

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The type of service will be determined after the keyboard is examined and may involve the replacement of one or more keys or the whole keyboard. The service turn-around time may vary depending upon the type of service and availability of replacement parts.

  • Find an Apple Authorized Service Provider.
  • Make an appointment at an Apple Retail Store.
  • Mail in your device to the Apple Repair Center.

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To prepare your unit for service, please backup your data.

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Note: If your MacBook, MacBook Air, or MacBook Pro has any damage which impairs the service, that issue will need to be repaired first. In some cases, there may be a cost associated with the repair.

This worldwide Apple program does not extend the standard warranty coverage of your Mac notebook.

If you believe your Mac notebook was affected by this issue, and you paid to have your keyboard repaired, you can contact Apple about a refund.

The program covers eligible MacBook, MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro models for 4 years after the first retail sale of the unit.





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