Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 Keypad Replacement

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Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 Keypad Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

11

Time Required

10 minutes

Introduction

This is an easy DIY guide on how to replace the Samsung SPEX SCH-R210 keypad. You will need 2 different screwdrivers for this guide. This requires removing the back cover, the battery, and the motherboard. The keypad will pop out easily after the motherboard is removed.

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    • Find the triangle arrow on the back of the phone.

    • Use gentle, firm pressure to press down on the triangle arrow with your thumb until you hear a popping sound as the cover releases from the phone.

    • Slide the cover down to remove it. Set it aside.

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    • Find the access notch at the end of the battery compartment.

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    • Place your thumb on the edge of the battery.

    • Lift the battery to remove it. Set it aside.

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    • Remove the four 4.8 mm screws from the midframe using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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    • Remove the headphone cover from the left side of the midframe.

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    • Remove the volume cover from the right side of the midframe.

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    • Use your hands to separate the midframe from the rest of the phone.

    • This may take a little effort to remove.

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    • Use a 1.5 mm hex screwdriver to remove the three 2.4 mm screws around the motherboard.

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    • Lift the metal plate off of the motherboard and set it aside.

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    • Push on the white plastic tabs and the keypad at the same time to remove the motherboard.

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    • Turn the phone over to its front side.

    • Apply pressure on the keypad.

    • The keypad will come out easily.

Conclusion

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

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