Check the following before removing and installing the switches on your keyboard:
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Identify whether your keyboard’s circuit board is hot-swappable or soldered. Electrical components on hot-swappable circuit boards are easier to take out without using any specific tools while soldered boards require desoldering to remove or replace them.
- Check what mounting type your keyboard supports: 3-pin or 5-pin switches.
Tools needed:
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Switch puller
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Soldering components (for keyboards with soldered circuit board)
You can view the video below for instructions or review a copy of the video transcript.
Follow the instructions for proper removal and installation to prevent damage to your keyboard.
Important: Wear an anti-static wrist strap for safety purposes.
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Unplug the keyboard from your PC.
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Remove the keycap from the keyboard. See How to replace keycaps on a Razer keyboard for detailed instructions. For non-Razer keyboards, check your device’s manual.
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Gently pull out the switch using a switch puller. For keyboards with soldered switches, desolder the switch from the circuit board first.
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Insert your preferred mechanical switch replacement. Ensure the pins are aligned properly. Solder the switch accordingly for keyboards that require it.
Note: Ensure to follow soldering safety guidelines.
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Reattach the keycap. Firmly push it into place.
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Plug the keyboard into your PC and test the keys.
