Replace TrackPoint Cap

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jrv331 · #1 Post by **jrv331** » Fri Apr 20, 2007 11:20 am

I cant find any instructions how to do this. Mine is all worn out and I need to put a new one in.
Thanks
John

dr_st · #2 Post by **dr_st** » Fri Apr 20, 2007 11:24 am

You just pull it off and push the new one down.

jrv331 · #3 Post by **jrv331** » Fri Apr 20, 2007 12:00 pm

Guess that will work.
Thanks
John

Purcy · #4 Post by **Purcy** » Fri Apr 20, 2007 1:16 pm

I think Thinpads are very user friendly for repair, but that has got to be the easiest repair going, right? I got two brand new IBM trackpoint caps on ebay for $2, nice bright red

jrv331 · #5 Post by **jrv331** » Fri Apr 20, 2007 6:11 pm

Just to make sure I do it right, grab the track point with plyers/tweezers and pull straight up. Then just press the new one in place? Sounds simple, which means Im gonna screw something up.
Thanks'
John

#6 Post by **JaneL** » Fri Apr 20, 2007 6:43 pm

I wouldn't use tweezers or pliers - you'll break the trackpoint itself out. Just grab the rubbery cap with your fingers and slide it off.

Replace TrackPoint Cap

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