Can I really just replace the keyboard on a mid 2009 MacBook Pro Unibody or do I have to replace the entire front case?
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Yea use YouTube guides.Not too hard I am a novice and did it very easily. Keep track of screws... I also bought the Mac tool kit on amazon prime idk the exact name.
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You can replace just the keyboard, but it's not a simple task. You will basically have to take out every component in your laptop to get to the keyboard. I think the official Apple genius/repair stance is that you don't replace just the keyboard, you replace the entire top case. But it is possible to replace just the keyboard.
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You don't need to replace the case. Just the keyboard. Make sure you release the KB ribbon cable latch. Otherwise you will likely break it.
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Yes. Please get the right tools. The keyboard has "50" small screws, and be careful unclipping the cable from board. Overall tedious but replaceable
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Yes, you can replace the keyboard alone. Be careful with online instructions. I snapped off the fan connector from the motherboard because of online instructions that were confusing on a pry point. I found someone to repair that. Also you will be removing many little screws. Make sure you have a high quality #00 size Phillips screwdriver. Wiha is a good brand. Also have an ice cube tray or egg carton to sort the screws as you remove them. Don't be in a rush and you will do fine.
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NOT SURE ABOUT A 2009 MODEL. IF THE KEY BOARD LAYOUT IS THE SAME , SHOULD NOT BE A PROBLEM. These covers were meant to fit the 13" & 15" Macpro.
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A13 hinges(ref laptopkey.com) .. If you are replacing the whole keyboard then hinges does not matter(I believe). Check your model number of MacBook Pro at the bottom of your laptop(mine is A1278) and compare with the compatibility list given in the product description
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if your macbook is 2009 and you researched the lcd replacement for it yes go for it and yes getthe tool kit go to ifixit.com to see how to do it its pretty simple and the only thingis replugging your new lcd as it is a tight space ...so take your time and remember to retape the connection before you finish up
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I don't have mine in front of me but I'm pretty confident that the keyboard has all of the keys as a standard mac keyboard.
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Depending on the age of your Mac, you can take it to the apple store and get them to replace the keyboard with a French one free - I think this is for the first 60-90 days after purchase. I would bet after you could as well for nominal fee.This is a replacement OEM keyboard of language of choice. Done it 2-3 times with Arabic with no issues.
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There is a ribbon with a connector on it coming from the trackpad area. I unplugged the old keyboard and plugged the new one in. No extra ribbons were required.
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I dont know if it can or not i don't own a Macbook Pro 2009you could try to look around online and see if anyone have done this before or maybe post a question yahoo answers.sorry i wasn't much help to you.
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Yes. The keyboard cover is a pale shade of the shell. It's taking a bit of getting used to, typing on the cover rather than the bare keys, but my MacBook Pro is nicely color-coordinated&gt;
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Here are the photoes of the backside, hope these works for you. Our keyboard is used, fit for Marbook Pro 15" A1286 2009,2010,2011.
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Am typing with this keyboard on a macbook pro right now.I had to use the Ctrl+alt+shift+N shortcut for it to be recognized properly everytime i plug it in however, otherwise it just types gibberish
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I don't know. How long have you had it? My keyboard died shortly after I bought it - maybe I overjuiced it, I don't know. I had it replaced, only to have to get another replacement after the middle keys in all three rows stopped working, which actually happened twice. In other words, I'm on my third keyboard (after a lot of hassle getting ZAGG to replace the keyboard since I could not longer do it through the store where I bought it). Now guess what? The middle keys on this keyboard have all stopped working. Never buying the product again.
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most likely no, I have a macbook pro and I tried that and the key top would not snap into place on my mac so now I have a spare keyboard.
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Look at the keyboard very closely. If all the keys are in the right place you should be ok. They only have a couple of options.
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It works ok on my early 2008 MBP. The texture of the keys is not the same, but the overall feeling is quite good. However, to install it needs some work and patience. I'd advise you to look first at videos or the iFixit guide: http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Replacing+MacBook+Pro+15-Inch+Core+2+Duo+Models+A1226+and+A1260+Keyboard/663/1
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I ordered this not long ago. Yes it's the entire top part of the laptop. I consider myself pretty normal and I installed it myself... Just take your time. However, if you are afraid of breaking it, I suggest you ask a friend for some help since you will need to remove the keyboard as well. I hope this was helpful.
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Depending on the model of macbook pro you have, you may need to use a pentalobe screwdriver if I remember correctly. Check ifixit for detailed instructions.