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mdylanbell

Aug 31, 2018

@tokyocoffeenerd @YanboWu Not sure if this is the best place to ask, but I just assembled the kit (just arrived today!) and my 7 and = keys do not work. Tried replacing one of the switches since there was an extra one included but it didn't solve the problem. Is there anything I can try?

Aug 31, 2018

Makami

4237

Aug 31, 2018

mdylanbellYou could try if the pcb does work with some tweezers, that's recommended for any new pcb, especially if soldering is required, not on this one i know.

Aug 31, 2018

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ChuckDee

1906

Aug 31, 2018

mdylanbellI had the same problem with my 6-9 keys. With some help by @yanfali I figured out that (1) I hadn't installed the center screw on the PCB, and (2) the board flexes when you install the switches. Make sure you have all of the PCB screws installed and hold the PCB when you install the switch instead of just pressing it in. HTH!

Aug 31, 2018

yanfali

1544

Aug 31, 2018

ChuckDeeBasically there's a hidden 6th screw that's in the middle of the PCB that isn't obvious at all. If you fail to insert it the middle of the board can warp when you install switches and it doesn't seat correctly. @tokyocoffeenerd it would be awesome if you wrote up a build log with pictures and in the next revision of the PCB if you could circle all the screw points with some silkscreen. That middle one is almost invisible.

Aug 31, 2018