Where Can I Buy a Replacement Key and Hinge?

[JonHawkins]

I (stupidly) took a key off of my hp envy 13-aq0502sa recently, and in doing so I snapped the keyboard hinge underneath.

The key is perfectly in tact, I just need a replacement hinge. But, when I look online, a lot of the clips look similar to mine but with subtle differences... It's really hard to know which/if any are right.

Could anybody advise me on where I can buy one of these clips in the UK? I have attached a photo of the broken clip, for reference.

Thank you in advance!

[Huffer]

Yes its broken. Here's the problem. Single keys and support clips are not generally available as a replacement part. It requires a keyboard replacement and on most modern thin and light laptops it is a major job. Post back for more details if you want the whole story. 

[JonHawkins]

Hi,

Thank you for the reply. Yes, I would appreciate further details.

The keyboard is fully functional and clips are available online, I am just struggling to find my specific one.

It seems unnecessary and costly to replace the entire keyboard for the sake of a small piece of plastic.

Please advise further, thank you.

[Huffer]

It is difficult and costly. The problem is HP sources the keyboards from different vendors and keyboards used in the same model might be built differently. There is no cross-reference guide to be sure you are getting the right part. The support clips have no part number to refer to. The keyboard/top cover you need is L53415-301. 

This seller parts out keyboards for profit and you might send the seller your picture and see if he can match. He likely has several keyboards in stock:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/134446332756?_skw=HP+13-aq+keyboard+keys&itmmeta=01JBH6C38KTB1112M14WJ1M5...