Corsair K95 RGB Platinum Key Switch Replacement

Введение

This guide walks through how to replace a broken key switch for a Corsair K95 RGB Platinum mechanical keyboard.

A key switch on a mechanical keyboard is the mechanism under the key caps that register when an individual key is pressed. When a key stops functioning correctly, may it be incorrectly actuating or not working, it could be due to a damaged key switch. These problems may also be due to dirt and dust interfering with the switch, so we recommend cleaning your keyboard prior to starting this guide.

It is important to note that this fix involves soldering and desoldering. We recommend going over this guide if you are unfamiliar with how to solder or desolder a connection.

Ensure that your keyboard is unplugged before beginning.

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Шаг 1 Key Switch

Corsair K95 RGB Platinum Key Switch Replacement, Key Switch: шаг 1, изображение 1 из 1

Remove the keycaps from the keyboard using the keycap puller.

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Шаг 2

Gently pry the volume wheel guard to remove it.
This piece is fragile.

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Шаг 3

Unscrew the screws from the faceplate with a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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Шаг 4

Lift the faceplate off the keyboard.
Flip the board over to reveal the PCB.

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Шаг 5

Desolder the connection of the broken switch.
Do not touch the metal on the soldering iron. Doing so may cause severe burns.
Flip the board over.
Remove the broken switch.

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Шаг 6

Align the new switch with the soldering holes.

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Шаг 7

Flip the board over.
Solder the pins of the new switch to the board.
Do not touch the metal on the soldering iron. Doing so may cause severe burns.