2015 E15 (E5-571P-30QR) touchpad about to die!

sktn77a
sktn77a Member Posts: 13

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edited September 2023 in 2019 Archives
Hi All: 

First post.  My 2015 E15 (E5-571P-30QR) touchpad is about to die on me.  The touchpad is well worn and a thorough cleaning every hour restores function but only temporarily.  I would like to know if the touchpad is available separate from the palmrest/keyboard and, if so, how difficult is replacement?  I don't mind opening up a laptop to work on it but if there are any landmines, I like to know in advance!

Thanks in advance for any help,

Keith

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  • sktn77a
    sktn77a Member Posts: 13

    Tinkerer

    Answer ✓
    Just a brief follow-up to my saga.  The touchpad arrived today - USED not new (advertised on AliExpress as new) but in otherwise good condition, arrived fairly quickly (2 weeks) and it works.  

    So all's well that ends well!

    Keith
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  • sktn77a
    sktn77a Member Posts: 13

    Tinkerer

    Oh, and it's not the driver issue.
  • sktn77a
    sktn77a Member Posts: 13

    Tinkerer

    Bump, for old time's sake....................
  • sktn77a
    sktn77a Member Posts: 13

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    Anybody........  Bueller.........  Anybody??????
  • christy1
    christy1 Member Posts: 1,619 Community Aficionado WiFi Icon
    Hi @sktn77a,

    Is the unit under the warranty? 
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  • sktn77a
    sktn77a Member Posts: 13

    Tinkerer

    Unfortunately not.  I think its just time to replace it.  I must confess, I don't expect these things to physically wear out after only 3-4 years.  I even get around 10 years useful life out of my other computers before they become obsolete (hardware/software).
  • christy1
    christy1 Member Posts: 1,619 Community Aficionado WiFi Icon
    sktn77a said:
    Unfortunately not.  I think its just time to replace it.  I must confess, I don't expect these things to physically wear out after only 3-4 years.  I even get around 10 years useful life out of my other computers before they become obsolete (hardware/software).
    Did you tried to reinstall the touchpad drivers or resetting the pc?
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  • sktn77a
    sktn77a Member Posts: 13

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    Yes, I did.  I read about some issues with the touchpad drivers so I tried that first.  Also wiped the computer and reloaded everything.  Nada.  Like I said, I'm pretty sure it's a physical (hardware) issue with the touchpad.
  • christy1
    christy1 Member Posts: 1,619 Community Aficionado WiFi Icon
    sktn77a said:
    Yes, I did.  I read about some issues with the touchpad drivers so I tried that first.  Also wiped the computer and reloaded everything.  Nada.  Like I said, I'm pretty sure it's a physical (hardware) issue with the touchpad.
    There is an authorized part partner in our forum and hope he will contact you soon. 
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  • Kev0806
    Kev0806 Member, Parts Partner Posts: 89 Authorized Parts Partner
    @sktn77a
    Please private message me with your SNID or Serial number and I will provide you the part number and price for the part you are looking for. 
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  • sktn77a
    sktn77a Member Posts: 13

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    Thanks guys, PM sent.


  • christy1
    christy1 Member Posts: 1,619 Community Aficionado WiFi Icon
    sktn77a said:
    Thanks guys, PM sent.


    Your welcome my friend. :) 
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  • sktn77a
    sktn77a Member Posts: 13

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    Hi Kev:  PM'd the SNID last week,  did you receive it?
  • Have you tried updating the bios to see if it resolves the issue? Also, is there a function called touchpad in bios?
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  • sktn77a
    sktn77a Member Posts: 13

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    Thanks, yes I tried that.  Drivers are up to date, BIOS is up to date, and touchpad is enables in the BIOS.  The touchpad surface is shiny and I think the mechanism is just worn out.
  • Commodore_1995#
    Commodore_1995# ACE Posts: 97,695 Trailblazer
    edited August 2019
    OK! Now I understand your question. Maybe this video will help you:
    https://youtu.be/ysEMjTPp4hA
    https://youtu.be/DpawPQrqIq4
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  • sktn77a
    sktn77a Member Posts: 13

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    I didn't find those particular videos when I was looking for disassembly instruction - they would have been much more helpful than the ones I did find!  I got the palmrest/keyboard off and looked at the touchpad assembly - just need to find a replacement.
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  • sktn77a
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    Yes, thanks, I saw that - "Out of Stock".
  • You already checked on alliexpress: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32893907409.html
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  • sktn77a
    sktn77a Member Posts: 13

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    Yes, I had.  I don't like dealing with AliExpress (they have all kinds of add-on fees and slow-as-molasses shipping) but I guess I'm getting desperate so I ordered it from them today.  I'll let you know when it arrives. 

    Don't hold your breath!

     ;)