HP Stream 11-d010nr Keyboard Replacement

Written By: Josh Corrigan

Comments: 2

HP Stream 11-d010nr Keyboard Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

Time Required

5 - 25 minutes

Introduction

Sometimes the keyboard of an HP Stream 11-d010nr will start to behave sub-optimally, such as unresponsive or sticky keys. This guide will show you how to replace it.

Tools

Step 1

Unplug and turn off the HP Stream 11 before disassembling the device.
Using a spudger, gently pry off the two elliptical rubber inserts located in the top corners.
Carefully remove the two circular rubber inserts positioned beneath the removed elliptical inserts.

Step 2

Using a Phillips #1 screwdriver, remove the eleven 5.6 mm screws securing the back cover.
Keep the screws in a safe place for reassembly.

Step 3

Using an iFixit opening tool, carefully pry open the case to separate the keyboard from the main body. Work slowly to avoid damaging the edges.
HP Stream 11s tend to be really difficult to open. If your device is not opening with a standard iFixit opening tool, use a nylon spudger, then the metal spudger, or a metal Jimmy as the last resort.
When using the metal spudger or Jimmy, be careful not to bring these tools into contact with any electronic components of the device as this can damage the device.

Step 4

Carefully lift the keyboard and identify the three ribbon cables connecting the main body of the laptop to the keyboard.
Lift the keyboard with extreme care to avoid damaging the delicate ribbon cables. Applying excessive force can easily tear or break them easily.

Step 5

Using a spudger, gently lift the flaps on the ZIF connectors to release the three ribbon cables securely attached to them.
Carefully disconnect the three ribbon cables.

Step 6

Gently lift the keyboard out of the laptop to fully detach it from the device.
While handling, avoid damaging any remaining components.

Conclusion

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

2 comments

I feel like the 5-10 minutes estimated time is way too short for this repair (however, I have not done this, and may be wrong).

Constantin Legras - 10/03/19

There will definitely be variation depending on each individual but our group came to the conclusion that this was a reasonable time frame. I appreciate the feedback though and if anyone else reaches out saying it is too short I will increase the estimated time. Thank you!

Josh Corrigan - 11/08/19