From: Harvey (hbarnes_at_ix.netcom.com)
Date: Mon May 03 1999 - 21:48:07 EDT
Bill Morrow wrote:
>
> David..
> that keyboard is the shame of IBM..
> period..
> they tried, but failed, to produce a unique design, then used a bad key design,
> subject to quick wear..
>
> your only option is to get a new keyboard, under warranty, if there is still
> warranty on that machine, otherwise, just buy a new keyboard and swap the old one
> out..
> then use it as a dart board.. :-)
> they cost about $50 from IBM's boulder parts at 800-388-7080..
> check the online hardware manuals and parts listings for the correct FRU number..
>
> DBarr5_at_aol.com wrote:
>
> > Greetings...
> >
> > My 760xd's keyboard has degenerated to the point where I can barely use it.
> > I have removed keycaps and cleaned each key, but the problem persists. I
> > have to press very hard directly on each key to cause it to
> > respond....horrible for one's typing speed!! (Is 9 wpm good?) My questions:
> >
> > Is there some OTHER way of maintaining my keyboard?
> > My 365xd's keyboard is far superior, is it a fluke in this model?
> > What can be done to remedy this via IBM?
> >
> > Thx folks....
> >
> > David Barr
>
> --
> Live Long and Prosper, Happy trails...
>
> ** Bill Morrow ** :-)
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> 770Z-8AU, 760ED, 760CD, (5)701C, 560E, 755CE, 750C et al...
>
> Including, but not limited to, Subject to prior sale, Your mileage will vary,
> Done on a
> closed road with a professional driver AND Do not try this at home..
Excellent points. I purchased a new 760L keyboard on Ebay for my "old"
760ED keyboard (they're compatible) and am now happy again :))/
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