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    gx660r - left side keyboard flex - any simple fixes

    Discussion in 'MSI' started by Alchemist, Mar 12, 2011.

  1. Alchemist

    Alchemist Notebook Deity

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    All,

    I saw a review of the gx660r on youtube that showed how much the left side of the keyboard flexes and how it sounds different / hollow and i've read other posts about the keyboard flex, even one mentioning a fix with doublestick tape. I'm curious if anyone has 'fixed' this issue and could share their experience.... or if anyone thinks its a non-issue id love to hear that too.
     
    Alchemist, Mar 12, 2011
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  2. Uyski

    Uyski Notebook Guru

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    I fixed it with doublesided tape, worked amazing. Works really great now! It didn't bother me though, when it flexed.
     
    Uyski, Mar 12, 2011
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    monstercamf Notebook Guru

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    I have the gt683r (same chassis) and have the same problem.

    If i want to unmount the keyboard I have to remove a sticker which will void my warranty. Is there any way to avoid voiding warranty?
     
    monstercamf, Jul 21, 2011
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  4. SMOKE_SKULL

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    Ya does the whole bottom need to be removed to remove the keyboard? I see 1 screw that has a keyboard logo beside it. I think the panel above the keyboard has to be removed but a good tutorial woiuld be nice. I have a GX680 and the keys emit a loud clank on the LH side. Mostly in the area of WSAD keys.
     
    SMOKE_SKULL, Jul 22, 2011
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