Rick Dangerous Posted February 13, 2016 Share Posted February 13, 2016 So when I opened up my STe box awhile back the 0 (Zero) key from the right side number pad was kicking around in the box. I glued it back on but now it is getting loose again. I don't really use the number pad that much but I want a fully functional keyboard, or at the least, no missing keys (looks fugly)! I noticed there are replacement keys on eBay and will likely order one soon. So my question is: What is the procedure for replacing keys on the ST? Do they just pop off, or will I have to take the case apart? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galax Posted February 13, 2016 Share Posted February 13, 2016 (edited) Which bit is broken? If it's the small plastic rod don't pay much for it, I'm sure many people here have spares knocking around. The keycap should just pop off (sometimes they are glued though- be careful). Anything else requires the keyboard to be opened- not difficult but a bit fiddly as there are lots of small screws and rubber domes. You could get a TT-touch from Best and upgrade the rubber domes while you are in there. Edited February 13, 2016 by galax Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tjlazer Posted February 13, 2016 Share Posted February 13, 2016 Very easy just remove all the small screws then swap out the plastic rod 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Dangerous Posted February 13, 2016 Author Share Posted February 13, 2016 Here is my situation. I am going to need a new key and connector because the top part was glued in and the piece split when I tried to coerce it out (should have drilled,) but it was pretty well glued in there anyway. They have individual keys here: http://www.ebay.com/itm/141663034743 Which would work nicely but the shipping is outrageous from england, it would be like $15 for a new key. Think i'm going to email Bradley at Best and see if he can't hook me up.. Too bad I have to take the case apart again...so many screws. Just had it all apart too for that RAM upgrade. Oh well, I can't abide a bum key Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galax Posted February 14, 2016 Share Posted February 14, 2016 You could also get a new or used keyboard and keep that one for spares. If you think that's a lot of screws, wait tilyou flip yourkeyboard upside down and see the 30 or so little screws holding it together. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tillek Posted February 14, 2016 Share Posted February 14, 2016 I'm just shocked no one pointed out that there is no "iffy" key. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+DarkLord Posted February 14, 2016 Share Posted February 14, 2016 Hmm, there should be - right next to the "any" key. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Dangerous Posted February 15, 2016 Author Share Posted February 15, 2016 Ordered from best -Replacement 0 key and peg -TT touch rubber suction mat for entire keyboard (supposed to improve feedback/feel) -4160STe badge Will post pics of repair. Thanks for the tips everyone! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Dangerous Posted February 29, 2016 Author Share Posted February 29, 2016 The goods are in. You have to love Best... Will update in a few weeks when I have time to crack into this project (going on vacation this week and have one year old, time alone is all to scarce these days..) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tjlazer Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Nice! Post up pics when done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Dangerous Posted April 22, 2016 Author Share Posted April 22, 2016 All better! After an hour and about 45 screws (what seemed like 3 hours and 450 screws) my STe is back to full health. New Zero Key, Best "TT Touch" key cups, and a 4160STe badge are in place. I really like the best keyboard cup replacements. A lot better feedback and it feels like an 80's IBM keyboard, very solid. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+DarkLord Posted April 23, 2016 Share Posted April 23, 2016 Congratulations. I've got that same kit in a few machines here and I've always liked it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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