XO 1.5 USB Keyboard

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This page describes how to change the keyboard in a XO-1.5 Laptop to a non-membrane USB version.

Scope

These are detailed instructions for installing a non-membrane keyboard into an XO-1.5 laptop. They apply to all pre-production as well as production models. With little change, they also apply to the later model of the XO-1 (with a single capacitive touchpad).

Credit is freely given to the author of the instructions for doing this modification to an XO-1 (part I, II), found on instructables.com.

WARNING

This modification includes permanent modifications of the XO laptop, and cannot be reversed. Even if you are experienced, there is a significant chance of damaging the laptop beyond repair while following these instructions.

Material

You will need:

  • An XO-1 (CL1A) or XO-1.5 (CL1B) laptop
  • A micro USB keyboard (such as this one).
    micro USB Keyboard
  • A #1 screwdriver
  • Fine pitch soldering equipment
  • A magnifier of some sort (lens, loupe, microscope...)
  • An X-Acto knife
  • A small file and/or fine grade sandpaper
  • A way of cutting steel and grinding plastic (such as a Dremel tool)
  • cellulose (scotch) or polymide (kapton, preferred) tape
  • quick drying epoxy glue or archival double-sided tape

Instructions

Preparing the Keyboard

Dismantling the XO

Modifying the Keyboard Tray

Hooking up the Touchpad

Reassembling the XO