IBM Thinkpad T61 Trackpad Replacement

This image shows the track pad which is going to be replaced.

Remove the screws with the PH1 bit.

With the screws removed, the top part of the keyboard should lift as shown.

Remove plug

Use a Philips head screwdriver to remove the screws. Two of the screws are located just under the plastic.

Once the screws have been removed, the touch pad, and bottom mouse buttons should be ready to replace.

Insert the new touchpad and replace the screws with a PH1 bit

Reinsert the plug.

Re-insert the touch pad panel

Replace the screws with a PH1 bit.