iBook - Keyboard

Thundermoon1994 · Thundermoon1994 #1 (**permalink**)

02-18-2007, 11:18 PM

My dog frequently thinks it would be a good idea to walk on my computer while I'm trying to use it. This time, when I pushed her off, she pulled of the Q key. The button itself has one of the hook thingys broken. Will a keyboard listed for a 14" G4 work with a 14" G3? Are the keyboards different sizes for the 12" and 14" iBooks?

Stretch · Stretch #2 (**permalink**)

02-18-2007, 11:20 PM

I believe they are all the same size. Not sure if the G3 keyboard will work in a G4. The G3s have clear/frosted keys, and the G4s have white keys. But thay might be the only difference.

D3v1L80Y · D3v1L80Y #3 (**permalink**)

02-18-2007, 11:28 PM

Why buy a whole new keyboard when you can order just the replacement for the key you need?

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Thundermoon1994 · Thundermoon1994 #4 (**permalink**)

02-19-2007, 12:11 AM

Thanks D3 for the link. Are the 12" and 14" keyboards the same size, though?

D3v1L80Y · D3v1L80Y #5 (**permalink**)

02-19-2007, 12:30 AM

Yes, they are the same size

Thundermoon1994 · Thundermoon1994 #6 (**permalink**)

02-19-2007, 12:44 AM

and thus a 12" G3 iBook keyboard would be compatible with my computer?

Thundermoon1994 · Thundermoon1994 #7 (**permalink**)

02-19-2007, 01:46 AM

disregard this post please (double post)

Thundermoon1994 · Thundermoon1994 #8 (**permalink**)

02-19-2007, 01:56 AM

Which is easier to do, install a new keyboard or fix the key? I have "fat fingers" and the pieces inside the keys are awfully small. I found a keyboard for my computer on eBay with a buy it now price of $33. I found a replacement key including the two inside pieces for $9. Of course, I'd rather pay $9 than $30.

Thundermoon1994 · Thundermoon1994 #9 (**permalink**)

02-20-2007, 02:29 PM

I've decided to just purchase a replacement key. Can anyone answer my question about the compatibility of the keyboards between 12" and 14" G3 iBooks, though? Also, between G3 and G4 iBooks?

~Damien

gtalum · gtalum #10 (**permalink**)

02-20-2007, 03:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Thundermoon1994

Can anyone answer my question about the compatibility of the keyboards between 12" and 14" G3 iBooks, though? Also, between G3 and G4 iBooks?

Directly from that website:

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Please note that the white iBook G3 keys are different than the white iBook G4 keys. We do also sell the G3 iBook keys.

Thundermoon1994 · Thundermoon1994 #11 (**permalink**)

02-20-2007, 04:43 PM

Right, it says that the keys are different in that they are solid white, not translucent. That doesn't mean that they wouldn't work. I have no doubt as to the compatibility of the keys. I am wondering about the compatibility of the keyboard. I actually like the solid white better, and I'm interested in the possiblity of using a solid white keyboard instead.

~Damien

Thundermoon1994 · Thundermoon1994 #12 (**permalink**)

02-23-2007, 12:21 PM

I received my replacement key yesterday and it fits and matches perfectly. D3, thanks for the link. Anyone know anything about my compatibility question?

~Damien

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Thundermoon1994 #7 (permalink)
Member Since: Dec 26, 2006 Location: Kent, OH Posts: 495 Mac Specs: 15" MacBook Pro w/ 2.4 GHz C2D, 4 GB RAM, 250 GB	02-19-2007, 01:46 AM disregard this post please (double post) Last edited by Thundermoon1994; 02-19-2007 at 03:39 AM. Reason: double post
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Thundermoon1994 #1 (permalink)
Member Since: Dec 26, 2006 Location: Kent, OH Posts: 495 Mac Specs: 15" MacBook Pro w/ 2.4 GHz C2D, 4 GB RAM, 250 GB	02-18-2007, 11:18 PM My dog frequently thinks it would be a good idea to walk on my computer while I'm trying to use it. This time, when I pushed her off, she pulled of the Q key. The button itself has one of the hook thingys broken. Will a keyboard listed for a 14" G4 work with a 14" G3? Are the keyboards different sizes for the 12" and 14" iBooks?
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Thundermoon1994 #4 (permalink)
Member Since: Dec 26, 2006 Location: Kent, OH Posts: 495 Mac Specs: 15" MacBook Pro w/ 2.4 GHz C2D, 4 GB RAM, 250 GB	02-19-2007, 12:11 AM Thanks D3 for the link. Are the 12" and 14" keyboards the same size, though?
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Thundermoon1994 #6 (permalink)
Member Since: Dec 26, 2006 Location: Kent, OH Posts: 495 Mac Specs: 15" MacBook Pro w/ 2.4 GHz C2D, 4 GB RAM, 250 GB	02-19-2007, 12:44 AM and thus a 12" G3 iBook keyboard would be compatible with my computer?
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Thundermoon1994 #8 (permalink)
Member Since: Dec 26, 2006 Location: Kent, OH Posts: 495 Mac Specs: 15" MacBook Pro w/ 2.4 GHz C2D, 4 GB RAM, 250 GB	02-19-2007, 01:56 AM Which is easier to do, install a new keyboard or fix the key? I have "fat fingers" and the pieces inside the keys are awfully small. I found a keyboard for my computer on eBay with a buy it now price of $33. I found a replacement key including the two inside pieces for $9. Of course, I'd rather pay $9 than $30.
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Thundermoon1994 #9 (permalink)
Member Since: Dec 26, 2006 Location: Kent, OH Posts: 495 Mac Specs: 15" MacBook Pro w/ 2.4 GHz C2D, 4 GB RAM, 250 GB	02-20-2007, 02:29 PM I've decided to just purchase a replacement key. Can anyone answer my question about the compatibility of the keyboards between 12" and 14" G3 iBooks, though? Also, between G3 and G4 iBooks? ~Damien
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Thundermoon1994 #11 (permalink)
Member Since: Dec 26, 2006 Location: Kent, OH Posts: 495 Mac Specs: 15" MacBook Pro w/ 2.4 GHz C2D, 4 GB RAM, 250 GB	02-20-2007, 04:43 PM Right, it says that the keys are different in that they are solid white, not translucent. That doesn't mean that they wouldn't work. I have no doubt as to the compatibility of the keys. I am wondering about the compatibility of the keyboard. I actually like the solid white better, and I'm interested in the possiblity of using a solid white keyboard instead. ~Damien
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Thundermoon1994 #12 (permalink)
Member Since: Dec 26, 2006 Location: Kent, OH Posts: 495 Mac Specs: 15" MacBook Pro w/ 2.4 GHz C2D, 4 GB RAM, 250 GB	02-23-2007, 12:21 PM I received my replacement key yesterday and it fits and matches perfectly. D3, thanks for the link. Anyone know anything about my compatibility question? ~Damien
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