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I have a Micron Transport Trek 2, purchased in 1997. I am just trying to open the case so I can clean under the key pad.

Does anyone know how to open up the case?

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Follow-up to ’s original question (Micron Transport Trek 2) and thanks to for locating the service manuals. Those manuals are the definitive source for model-specific screw and ribbon locations; the guidance below is model-agnostic, safety-first, and tailored to older Trek-era notebooks (plastics and flex cables can be brittle on 1997 machines).

Recommended tools and prep: small Phillips drivers (and possibly Torx), a plastic spudger or old credit card, fine tweezers, compressed air, a soft brush, lint-free swabs and 90%+ isopropyl alcohol, and a small tray for screws. Work on a clean, well-lit, non-conductive surface; disconnect AC and remove the battery. Photograph the bottom and any panels before removing screws so screw locations and cable routing can be restored exactly.

High-level disassembly and cleaning steps: many older laptops either have small keyboard-retaining screws accessible from the bottom or retain the keyboard under the front palmrest/bezel. If keyboard screws are present, remove and label them. If not, gently pry the palmrest/bezel with a plastic tool starting at one corner and easing along the seam—do not force. Lift the keyboard a little to expose the flat flex cable. Identify the connector: flip the small latch on ZIF-style connectors before withdrawing the cable; if friction-fit, slide it straight out without twisting. Clean with short bursts of compressed air, a soft brush for crumbs, and lightly isopropyl-dampened swabs for sticky residue. Avoid pouring liquid onto the membrane and remove keycaps only if confident—old clips break easily; keep removed caps organized.

Reassembly and troubleshooting: reseat the flex cable fully and lock the connector before seating the keyboard, then power the machine to test the keys before replacing every cover. If keys remain dead after reseating, inspect the connector for bent pins or corrosion; persistent failures usually mean the keyboard assembly needs replacement. The service manual referenced by will show exact screw locations and replacement part numbers for model-specific work.

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Anyone know how to open a Micron Transport Trek 2 notebook case?

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I have a Micron Transport Trek 2, purchased in 1997. I am just trying to open the case so I can clean under the key pad.

Does anyone know how to open up the case?

This is your LUCKY DAY Baby!. Below is a list of Micron PDF manuals, and at the very bottom, the link to take you to the folders they are in.

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Micron Electronics Notebook Manuals

MAS001273-00 ** Millennia TransPort
MAS001316-00 ** Millennia TransPort
MAS001345-00 ** TransPort XPE
MAS001366-00 ** TransPort XLX
MAS001366-01 ** TransPort XLX
MAS001412-02 ** TransPort XKE
MAS001544-00 ** TransPort Trek
MAS001554-00 ** GoBook
MAS001554-01 ** GoBook
MAS001564-00 ** Trek 2
MAS001571-01 ** Trek 2 AGP
MAS001571-02 ** Trek 2 AGP
MAS001577-00 ** Trek 2
MAS001577-01 ** Trek 2
MAS001579-00 ** TransPort NX
MAS001579-01 ** TransPort NX
MAS001600-00 ** TransPort ZX

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