Razer Blade 15 2020 Keyboard Replacement
Complete guide to Razer Blade 15 2020 keyboard replacement. Cost estimates, difficulty level, time required, and environmental impact.
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💰 Cost Breakdown
💡 Tip: Costs vary by location and repair shop. Authorized service centers typically charge more than independent repair shops.
🔧 Repair Overview
Keyboard Replacement is one of the most common repairs for Razer Blade 15 2020. This repair involves replacing the damaged input component with a new or refurbished part. The process typically takes 2-4 hours and requires difficult skill level.
🔧 Required Tools
🔩 Replacement Parts
What You'll Need
- Replacement input part (OEM or aftermarket)
- Precision screwdriver set (Phillips #000 or pentalobe)
- Opening tools (plastic spudger, suction cup)
- Adhesive strips or glue
- Clean workspace with good lighting
Step-by-Step Process
Step 1: Prepare your laptop for disassembly
Allow your laptop's battery to drain below 25% before starting this repair—a charged battery may catch fire if damaged.
Unplug all cables and fully shut down your laptop.
Close the lid and flip your laptop over so the back cover faces up.
Step 2: Unfasten the back cover
Use a T5 Torx driver to remove the ten 3.7 mm-long screws securing the back cover.
Step 3: Loosen the back cover
The back cover is lightly secured to the motherboard by thermal pads. Depending on the age of your laptop, it may be easier or harder to remove.
Use a finger to pry up the right side of the back cover, starting at the Ethernet port cutout.
Step 4: Remove the back cover
Remove the back cover slowly, as to avoid tearing the thermal pads underneath.
Lay the back cover down on its rubber feet to avoid damaging the thermal pads on its underside.
Step 5: Soften the battery cable tape adhesive
Apply a [guide|25705|heated iOpener|new_window=true] to the battery cable tape for one minute.
You can also use a [guide|157348|hair dryer|new_window=true]—but be careful, as overheating the battery may damage it or cause a fire.
Step 6: Remove the battery cable tape
Be careful not to damage the battery with your tool.
Use blunt nose [product|IF145-020|tweezers] or your fingers to peel and remove the battery cable tape.
Step 7: Disconnect the battery
Use the flat end of a spudger to push the square tab on the battery connector and slide it out of its socket.
Step 8: Unfasten the battery
Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the five 5.3 mm screws securing the battery.
If stickers cover any of the screw heads, peel and remove them.
Step 9: Remove the battery
Remove the battery.
There's a delicate cable that might be adhered to the underside of the battery. If so, gently unstick it as you lift the battery.
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DIY vs Professional Repair
✋ DIY Repair
- ✅ Lower cost (parts only: $120-$360)
- ✅ Learn new skills
- ❌ Risk of further damage
- ❌ No warranty
- ❌ Requires tools and time
🔧 Professional Repair
- ✅ Expert installation
- ✅ Warranty included
- ✅ Faster turnaround
- ❌ Higher cost ($200-$600)
- ❌ Need to find reputable shop
Environmental Impact
By choosing to repair your Razer Blade 15 2020 instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 320 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new Razer Blade 15 2020 generates 335 kg of CO₂, while this repair only produces about 15 kg of CO₂. That's a 96% reduction in carbon emissions!
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