When I had one of these keyboards, I liked it a lot but hated the way all kinds of crud would fall between the keys and then be visible thanks to the clear sides. My solution was to buy a second keyboard, and then run the first one through the dishwasher (no disassembly beforehand). I used the second keyboard, giving the first one a few weeks to dry out. After that I just alternated between the two -- running one through the dishwasher whenever it got annoyingly dirty and using the other one while the washed one was left to dry. I imagine this (mis)treatment shortened the life of the keyboards, but neither one of them failed over the years that I did this. It was a satisfactory solution for me.
6 years later and this is still helping people. Thanks! I got a G4 today second hand and the keyboard was super dirty. I needed to take the keys off, but wasn't sure if I would need a special tool to take them off without breaking them. Thanks to your video, I was able to find out I just needed a screwdriver and they would pop right off.
keyboard keycap pullers, both ring pull, and wire pullers are not that expensive on eBay, or Aliexpress, and both are worth keeping around to clean keyboards(I find one type works better than the other depending on the keyboard I'm cleaning), and not risk damaging keys with a screwdriver, or other flat end tool.
I loved these old keyboards. It certainly took me a while to adapt to the new laptop style keyboards Apple includes with their iMac computers, even though I already owned a MacBook but I eventually did, however, I still think the old style was a much nicer design. Great job on the restoration and the video!
I absolutely LOVE fixing up old keyboards and watching restoration videos of old keyboards. They're such an aesthetic part of the computer but also essential, and they're so easy to take apart and fix/clean. The mechanics are usually very simple but it's also neat to see some companies make keyboards super complicated. Doesn't matter if it's a crappy Dynex or a Razer Huntsman Elite, I freakin love em.
Been using this keyboard exclusively with my desktops for nearly 20 years now, and am currently on my second one (purchased about a decade ago). Still works great but it's quite dirty and my wife gives me hell all the time for it. haha I now feel motivated to give it a good cleaning after watching this vid. 🙂
I always loved the clicky sound of typing on one of these. The computer lab in elementary school was all Mac computers with these kinds of keyboards. Brought back a memory I'd forgotten about!
I have several of these (and Apple keyboards in general), and have gone through the keyboard-cleaning process *many* times. It's painstaking, having to swab each key inside out. That being said, it feels so nice to have a spotless keyboard. What's interesting is that it sometimes changes the typing feel altogether, but that usually reverses itself once the keyboard becomes grimy again. -Typed on a wireless version of this keyboard. Although the keys are stiffer on these models, I still find them to be one of the best Apple membrane keyboards, next to the black, Apple Pro one.
thingyee1118 - Most of the music in the video I created myself on a Korg keyboard. Except for the final credits music which I have licensed from Vinnie Falcone.
I found one of these keyboards (and mouse) only 2 months ago! Took some pointers from your video, luckily mine wasn't yellowed, and it came up awesome! Hope you'll do more of these videos, I've smashed through the playlist at least twice!
I cleaned my Wireless Apple keyboard from 2003 the same way as you did. The only difference was that mine wasn't yellowed at all, so that saved me some time.
This video helps a lot. I got 6 of this model below $8 USD. They are not yellowed as much so I skipped the peroxide part. 3 of them are 100% functional, the rest has some key not activating. It was caused by the broken membrane connection and can be fixed by some copper wire and tapes. It still takes a lot of time to clean every single dirty key.
I prefer this keyboard with the clear plastic piece completely removed. Thin rubber pads, and two tall rubber feet, stuck to the right spots on the bottom in the raised area makes it secure and stable enough for regular use, and and it looks SOOO nice with that free-floating open look afterwards. Sadly, my membrane is now shot... Dang carbonated beverages... I am making the switch to mechanical key switches now, but I will always have fond memories of this old keyboard.
Still using this model, I am very grateful that you need all of the products used throughout each process for restoration. What brought me to this video, as well as a few others, is trying to quiet the keyboard strokes while typing. Understanding how more recent keyboards, wireless or not, have thinner keys. So reason for less sound made while typing seems obvious. Yet, I am curious about restoration of this this model helping to more silence each keystroke. Please notify me & others about your input on this subject. Many Apple users definitely miss the extra USB found within this model keyboard. Thanks again for taking up such work during such a process to achieve what you have for others to follow!
Hello - I managed to acquire this very same keyboard when browsing around a thrift shop and paid pittance for it, but now that I've seen your video, I shall have great enjoyment in restoring this old favorite and use it with my new iMac, just for a change! Thanks for the upload!
This has been a great watch. I just switched to Mac OS X after years of Linux use for my work, and I got the aluminum chiclet keyboard, which is nice to a point. I wanted an A1048 and picked one up off eBay, these tips will help me clean the keyboard up greatly, I spent the extra to get one in good condition so I think the translucent bottom, the keys and the white plastic board underneath is all I'll need to do - but this has been great help!
Im Just A Sophmore And I Have Watched You Vids Since You Were The Ibook Guy and you have taught me many things I apply to my "mini Buissness" Which has allowed me to make gas money. All I can say is Thank you
I've used this older style apple keyboard with my iMac, as the slim low one that comes with it I don't like. I want to feel the keys better, and have more key options. Now its stopped working its so dirty. Belated thanks for this video. I'm going to use it to clean mine.
***** This keyboard was shipped with Apple desktops, starting in 2003. The Pro mouse was originally in black, alongside the original Pro keyboard, which came with the iMac G3s/PowerMacs (2000). It DID come with G4s (such as the iMac and eMac), however those are not the earliest of G4s. In addition, it debuted with the original G5 PowerMac.
How does one even get a keyboard so dirty? Did they throw it in a pile of dirt or something? Oh if keyboards could speak, the stories they'd tell. Though on second thought I don't think I want to hear most of them.
Deku Kitty it's way too gross, in this case I don't understand why he doesn't just throw it away... I mean, there are thousands of those and can pick up another one
@@paco3523 You are the problem of modern throwaway society, as I type this on my salvaged $5(found at a Habitat For Humanity Reuse Store) Apple A1048 keyboard, that got torn down way further than this one to restore it, and it works perfectly on my Manjaro Mate Linux PC I also added some clear rubber feet to the bottom of mine to raise it to more proper height. This keyboard is so much better than that basic crap membrane keyboards that come with so many PC's these days, and the cheaply made K120 Logitech tries to pass off for nealy $22, and feels like typing on spongy dead flesh(yes I have one in nearly new condition from a church sale I paid $1 for when I test old computers, and it's barely worth that).
One of my favorite keyboards of all time. The spaces between the keys were too much though, a lot of dust would accumulate (something they didnt fix still in the next few iterations). But I loved the feel and appearance of it.
My parents use a keyboard like this. I told my dad to watch this video since the keys were yellowed a lot. He cleaned it using the hydrogen peroxide method. Thanks for the great video!!!
Hello David. Do you recommend the use of alcohol on more recent cables? For example, on the Magsafe cables?! I have a 2010 one which need urgently to be a bit less yellowish.. Thanks!
Great restoration vid. I'm currently doing the same thing to mine. Nothing like old school mechanical keyboards! These keys on these new apple keyboards have no travel distance and feel flimsy.
I still use this keyboard for all my new mas. Since it has the best travel and allows me to type really fast without any errors, compared to the newer mac keyboard.
I had one of those, the space bar and one letter key died and I had no idea how to fix it. :( Wish I had known about you and this channel back then. I would have loved to get help fixing it or donated it if I couldn't, so you could use it for parts. I miss that keyboard. I loved the "clicky" feel of it, none of that "soft touch" crap the later ones have.
Restoring a rubber dome isn't a thing you see every day, usual restos go towards vintage mechanicals but this is nice to see considering how decent it is for a rubber dome (it's not entirel mushy)
I found a keyboard like this just recently and your video inspired me to start a restoration channel! I've always enjoyed restoring things and I thought to myself: why not???? Thanks a lot for the inspiration, and thanks for your channel and great content :D
Fantastic! Came across this just as I was beginning almost exactly the same process (though mine was found in a storage room/unused office). My keys aren't quite as yellowed, but it seemed crazy to toss. Plus I can never turn down a mechanical keyboard, of any kind... I also collect [*can't throw away*] vintage typewriters!
I usta take my A1048 apart to clean it, but after that became old (I live in a very, very dusty room), I simply take a tiny Allen wrench, remove the back, then put the keyboard in the shower. I squirt some eco-friendly cleaner (I use “Better Life”) in between all the keys, and with the shower head set to “strip paint” (you know, the water blasts so hard, it hurts), I blow the dirt out. Yes, I completely soak it, and use a scrubby sponge to clean the keys. When it sparkles (looks new), I shake it, then turn it keys-down and spank the keys. Then I set the oven to “Keep Warm” (150°F) and put the keyboard in the oven for an hour. Then, even though it looks dry, I put it keys-down on top of my Mac for three days, just to be on the safe side because electricity scares me, and running electricity through a potentially-damp keyboard isn’t a good idea. It still looks as if I just bought it (once I get it clean, I mean; by the time I put it in the shower, there are clots of hair, giant dust bunnies, sticky bits of Pepsi, and so on all over it and it looks unrecoverable). Consider doing it my way, which is much, much quicker (save for the drying; you might be more brave than I am) You could also 1. Set the oven temp higher; 2. Leave it in the oven longer; 3. Find a warmer place than the top of your Mac (big-screen TV, a radiator, etc).
perhaps consider some anti yellowing procedure for the exposed area of the keyboard tray around the arrow keys, as this will remain quite visible and is not as white as the restored keys. I will be working on this soon, thanks for the video.
I did this the other night with the same keyboard except I took the whole thing apart and cleaned the whole thing including the membrane since it had crumbs on it - you know what it is like :) Keyboard came back together perfectly and works great!
The A1048 is my keyboard of choice---what I'm using to write this. My mid 2011 27 inch iMac came with a wireless keyboard, but I like this one better because of more dedicated "F" keys and the numerical key pad. I programed the wireless to operate my Apple TV, then I bought a second wireless for $5.00 at GoodWill and programed it to operate my Amazon FireStick. Mine isn't as dirty as the one in the video, but it's getting there🤪
Are these 1048 keyboards pretty durable? I have already gone through two of the newer flat style keyboard (keys fall off), and i am thinking of getting one of these 1048's.
This has been my favorite keyboard I've owned so far. I'm still on the hunt for a model m though. I didn't know these yellowed. Mine is still looking new.
These videos are really interesting to me for some reason! Probably because my dad works at the University where I live and used to bring home things like this all the time! Only difference is, I used them when they were gross!
to clean the key board, just disassemble it (keep keys attached, and put the board with the keys on it in the dishwasher, do not put the lower part with the usb cable in, dry for a while and it will be good as new (yes I have done this and it works on this model)
If you put some grease on the sliders, like Krytox 205 grade 0 or 00, they sound phenomenal. I would also suggest using Permatex Dielectric Grease or SuperLube 21030 on the wire stabilizers wherever they touch plastic. They will operate much smoother and sound quieter. If I recall correctly the stabilizers came greased from the factory, but it's long since dried up.
Just wanted to say thanks for this video! I have 28 of these keyboards, I’ve now been busy cleaning them all, your video helped me get a head start on it. 12 done 16 to go 😅 thanks!
I once disassembled an eMac keyboard. I got right about to the point I was right under the keys and then there were some screws that were kind of hard to get out. Takes a long time to get those last I guess 14 screws when you hit the bottom of the keyboard.
good job. i hate seeing perfectly good things thrown away. i recently disassembled 4 very old keyboards that had various stuck keys and grime. work like new now :)
My old school used these. The keys were nice and white. But underneath them was an absolute nightmare. Worse than the other Apple keyboard you did with all that dirt hair and dust.
Okay so I've gone through and watched a lot of your restoration videos! They all rock! You're so meticulous on these things. One recommendation though is maybe to not use paper towels as the wood fibers can scratch surfaces.
Hey David, I PM'd you about some music I wanted to submit to you. I'm not sure if you still accept music suggestions, but I found a great track that could work for your videos, and have listed a link in the private message. The track was made by a guy I know, and is free to use, as long as you put the artist's name, and the record company name, in the credits.
Fantastic job mate. Something satisfying in these videos restoring old things! I bought the same keyboard but I cannot find anywhere the hex key to open it? Any idea? Also what else I can clean the keys that is easy accessible? Like cooking soda or something?
That was Awesome, you done an excellent job restoring the key board. I have a couple of these keyboards plus a wireless version which still works very well. Thanks for sharing.
When I had one of these keyboards, I liked it a lot but hated the way all kinds of crud would fall between the keys and then be visible thanks to the clear sides. My solution was to buy a second keyboard, and then run the first one through the dishwasher (no disassembly beforehand). I used the second keyboard, giving the first one a few weeks to dry out. After that I just alternated between the two -- running one through the dishwasher whenever it got annoyingly dirty and using the other one while the washed one was left to dry.
I imagine this (mis)treatment shortened the life of the keyboards, but neither one of them failed over the years that I did this. It was a satisfactory solution for me.
KarlBunker if you like to put keyboards into the dishwasher, then why you didn't bought a silicone flexible keyboard?
ΑΡΗΣ ΚΟΡΝΑΡΑΚΗΣ
Do you like typing on rubber?
Sam Evans ehh...
There's something called waterproof keyboards so you might want to invest in that.
Preety sure those didnt exist when OP was referencing this. Yall think he was doing this in 2015? try 2005
6 years later and this is still helping people. Thanks!
I got a G4 today second hand and the keyboard was super dirty. I needed to take the keys off, but wasn't sure if I would need a special tool to take them off without breaking them. Thanks to your video, I was able to find out I just needed a screwdriver and they would pop right off.
keyboard keycap pullers, both ring pull, and wire pullers are not that expensive on eBay, or Aliexpress, and both are worth keeping around to clean keyboards(I find one type works better than the other depending on the keyboard I'm cleaning), and not risk damaging keys with a screwdriver, or other flat end tool.
I really like these restoration videos
me too!
ME THREE XD
MEH FOUR
me anal
MEH 8509
I know David doesn't want to do restoration vids anymore, and that's his prerogative; but there is something so soothing about them.
I loved these old keyboards. It certainly took me a while to adapt to the new laptop style keyboards Apple includes with their iMac computers, even though I already owned a MacBook but I eventually did, however, I still think the old style was a much nicer design. Great job on the restoration and the video!
Also, "EEW!"
Actually its kinda satisfying
I absolutely LOVE fixing up old keyboards and watching restoration videos of old keyboards. They're such an aesthetic part of the computer but also essential, and they're so easy to take apart and fix/clean. The mechanics are usually very simple but it's also neat to see some companies make keyboards super complicated. Doesn't matter if it's a crappy Dynex or a Razer Huntsman Elite, I freakin love em.
Been using this keyboard exclusively with my desktops for nearly 20 years now, and am currently on my second one (purchased about a decade ago). Still works great but it's quite dirty and my wife gives me hell all the time for it. haha I now feel motivated to give it a good cleaning after watching this vid. 🙂
I always loved the clicky sound of typing on one of these. The computer lab in elementary school was all Mac computers with these kinds of keyboards. Brought back a memory I'd forgotten about!
Hi!👋 on my next video i will restore one like this, video will be live tomorrow 😅, you did a great work 👍🔥
buzzfeed copied this video step by step.
I have several of these (and Apple keyboards in general), and have gone through the keyboard-cleaning process *many* times. It's painstaking, having to swab each key inside out. That being said, it feels so nice to have a spotless keyboard. What's interesting is that it sometimes changes the typing feel altogether, but that usually reverses itself once the keyboard becomes grimy again.
-Typed on a wireless version of this keyboard. Although the keys are stiffer on these models, I still find them to be one of the best Apple membrane keyboards, next to the black, Apple Pro one.
This video was on my "watch later" list for years until I finally finished restoring my keyboard today. It looks brand new. Thanks!
That music sounds like the work of the keyboard wizard
thingyee1118 - Most of the music in the video I created myself on a Korg keyboard. Except for the final credits music which I have licensed from Vinnie Falcone.
Awesome. Yeah the homemade stuff sounds like Keyboardwzrd on youtube.
I found one of these keyboards (and mouse) only 2 months ago! Took some pointers from your video, luckily mine wasn't yellowed, and it came up awesome! Hope you'll do more of these videos, I've smashed through the playlist at least twice!
I cleaned my Wireless Apple keyboard from 2003 the same way as you did. The only difference was that mine wasn't yellowed at all, so that saved me some time.
This video helps a lot. I got 6 of this model below $8 USD. They are not yellowed as much so I skipped the peroxide part. 3 of them are 100% functional, the rest has some key not activating. It was caused by the broken membrane connection and can be fixed by some copper wire and tapes. It still takes a lot of time to clean every single dirty key.
I prefer this keyboard with the clear plastic piece completely removed. Thin rubber pads, and two tall rubber feet, stuck to the right spots on the bottom in the raised area makes it secure and stable enough for regular use, and and it looks SOOO nice with that free-floating open look afterwards. Sadly, my membrane is now shot... Dang carbonated beverages... I am making the switch to mechanical key switches now, but I will always have fond memories of this old keyboard.
Still using this model, I am very grateful that you need all of the products used throughout each process for restoration. What brought me to this video, as well as a few others, is trying to quiet the keyboard strokes while typing. Understanding how more recent keyboards, wireless or not, have thinner keys. So reason for less sound made while typing seems obvious. Yet, I am curious about restoration of this this model helping to more silence each keystroke. Please notify me & others about your input on this subject. Many Apple users definitely miss the extra USB found within this model keyboard. Thanks again for taking up such work during such a process to achieve what you have for others to follow!
Hello - I managed to acquire this very same keyboard when browsing around a thrift shop and paid pittance for it, but now that I've seen your video, I shall have great enjoyment in restoring this old favorite and use it with my new iMac, just for a change! Thanks for the upload!
This has been a great watch. I just switched to Mac OS X after years of Linux use for my work, and I got the aluminum chiclet keyboard, which is nice to a point. I wanted an A1048 and picked one up off eBay, these tips will help me clean the keyboard up greatly, I spent the extra to get one in good condition so I think the translucent bottom, the keys and the white plastic board underneath is all I'll need to do - but this has been great help!
Neat, I have some PS/2 keyboards I need to do this with. Finally getting a proper DOS set up.
Im Just A Sophmore And I Have Watched You Vids Since You Were The Ibook Guy and you have taught me many things I apply to my "mini Buissness" Which has allowed me to make gas money. All I can say is Thank you
I've used this older style apple keyboard with my iMac, as the slim low one that comes with it I don't like. I want to feel the keys better, and have more key options. Now its stopped working its so dirty. Belated thanks for this video. I'm going to use it to clean mine.
You are the savior of worn out electronics
I've watched this video at least 5 times and I still come back to watch it time to time, same with a lot of your videos! I love things like these!
I actually found this exact keyboard in terrible shape for a dollar at a flea market, this video helped me a lot with cleaning it, thanks David :)
There is so much beauty in restoring machinery to working order....
Oh, wow! That looks like you just unboxed it back in 2001!
2003-2006 ;-)
Well it came with the pro mouse, so it must've come from a G4...
***** This keyboard was shipped with Apple desktops, starting in 2003. The Pro mouse was originally in black, alongside the original Pro keyboard, which came with the iMac G3s/PowerMacs (2000). It DID come with G4s (such as the iMac and eMac), however those are not the earliest of G4s. In addition, it debuted with the original G5 PowerMac.
Arian Kordi more like 1990 or something
NovaS1101 Just saying but USB did not exist in 1990.
That is some funky font and music.
I love it.
How does one even get a keyboard so dirty? Did they throw it in a pile of dirt or something? Oh if keyboards could speak, the stories they'd tell. Though on second thought I don't think I want to hear most of them.
Deku Kitty it's way too gross, in this case I don't understand why he doesn't just throw it away... I mean, there are thousands of those and can pick up another one
because it's still working and worth something
@@paco3523 he can get some money for it or use it for him self ..
@@paco3523 You are the problem of modern throwaway society, as I type this on my salvaged $5(found at a Habitat For Humanity Reuse Store) Apple A1048 keyboard, that got torn down way further than this one to restore it, and it works perfectly on my Manjaro Mate Linux PC I also added some clear rubber feet to the bottom of mine to raise it to more proper height. This keyboard is so much better than that basic crap membrane keyboards that come with so many PC's these days, and the cheaply made K120 Logitech tries to pass off for nealy $22, and feels like typing on spongy dead flesh(yes I have one in nearly new condition from a church sale I paid $1 for when I test old computers, and it's barely worth that).
@@CommodoreFan64 I use a 11 year old PC, 13 year old TV, 30 year old bicycle, smartphones last 4 years on average for me... But yeah I am the problem
One of my favorite keyboards of all time. The spaces between the keys were too much though, a lot of dust would accumulate (something they didnt fix still in the next few iterations). But I loved the feel and appearance of it.
My parents use a keyboard like this. I told my dad to watch this video since the keys were yellowed a lot. He cleaned it using the hydrogen peroxide method. Thanks for the great video!!!
Still waiting for that mouse restoration video ;-)
UTTER Lol same.
Yeah.. same here.
Gimme
Hello David. Do you recommend the use of alcohol on more recent cables? For example, on the Magsafe cables?! I have a 2010 one which need urgently to be a bit less yellowish.. Thanks!
Yes - alcohol cleans them, but may not restore the color depending on what has caused the yellowing. It certainly won't hurt the cable, though.
Thank you. I'm willing to say that the yellowing was caused my skin oil. Worth the try! Thanks again David.
NORMALIZATION OF IGNORANCE all caps much?
Senpai notice me
remember to take a picture of the key locations before dismantling!
Or... You could find a picture on the Internet.
Or... you could watch this vid.
Or... you could just use your brain.
And in a worst-case scenario, you can try pressing a key and seeing what it does.
Diego C. Finally a sensible reply!
Great restoration vid. I'm currently doing the same thing to mine. Nothing like old school mechanical keyboards! These keys on these new apple keyboards have no travel distance and feel flimsy.
I still use this keyboard for all my new mas. Since it has the best travel and allows me to type really fast without any errors, compared to the newer mac keyboard.
This worked fantastically. I can't wait until your Apple Mouse video restoration!
You're right it really does look nasty after we get it but in the end it looks like brand-new
That satisfying noise of the keys clicking into place
These restoration videos are super fun to watch. I recently got one of those keyboards and I am defiantly going to restore it.
I had one of those, the space bar and one letter key died and I had no idea how to fix it. :(
Wish I had known about you and this channel back then. I would have loved to get help fixing it or donated it if I couldn't, so you could use it for parts. I miss that keyboard. I loved the "clicky" feel of it, none of that "soft touch" crap the later ones have.
I got one of these on eBay and somehow the keys aren't yellow at all, which is nice. Though it was VERY dusty and this video helped with that part.
When I did something like this in the past I had to buy a new keyboard. Respect for you dude!
Preservation at its finest! :)
Yeah, I got that lesson XD
I used this video as a "how-to" for taking apart and cleaning my own A1048. It looks very nice now, so thanks!
Restoring a rubber dome isn't a thing you see every day, usual restos go towards vintage mechanicals but this is nice to see considering how decent it is for a rubber dome (it's not entirel mushy)
great video..I found the same keybd at the Goodwill store..cleaned up and use it everyday... I love it
Great editing and music. Top notch! 8bit good times, all the way!
I can't believe how clean it has now become. Good job!
I just found in the closet the EXACT keyboard and it's so dirty but has the potential. thank you!
These are (in my opinion) the best Apple Keyboard ever made. I’d rather have one of these than a Magic Keyboard 2.
every single keyboard in my school is this keyboard. every key has been swapped around on multiple keyboards
Kudos to you for having so much patience with these things
I found a keyboard like this just recently and your video inspired me to start a restoration channel! I've always enjoyed restoring things and I thought to myself: why not???? Thanks a lot for the inspiration, and thanks for your channel and great content :D
Fantastic! Came across this just as I was beginning almost exactly the same process (though mine was found in a storage room/unused office). My keys aren't quite as yellowed, but it seemed crazy to toss. Plus I can never turn down a mechanical keyboard, of any kind... I also collect [*can't throw away*] vintage typewriters!
I usta take my A1048 apart to clean it, but after that became old (I live in a very, very dusty room), I simply take a tiny Allen wrench, remove the back, then put the keyboard in the shower. I squirt some eco-friendly cleaner (I use “Better Life”) in between all the keys, and with the shower head set to “strip paint” (you know, the water blasts so hard, it hurts), I blow the dirt out. Yes, I completely soak it, and use a scrubby sponge to clean the keys.
When it sparkles (looks new), I shake it, then turn it keys-down and spank the keys. Then I set the oven to “Keep Warm” (150°F) and put the keyboard in the oven for an hour. Then, even though it looks dry, I put it keys-down on top of my Mac for three days, just to be on the safe side because electricity scares me, and running electricity through a potentially-damp keyboard isn’t a good idea.
It still looks as if I just bought it (once I get it clean, I mean; by the time I put it in the shower, there are clots of hair, giant dust bunnies, sticky bits of Pepsi, and so on all over it and it looks unrecoverable).
Consider doing it my way, which is much, much quicker (save for the drying; you might be more brave than I am) You could also 1. Set the oven temp higher; 2. Leave it in the oven longer; 3. Find a warmer place than the top of your Mac (big-screen TV, a radiator, etc).
perhaps consider some anti yellowing procedure for the exposed area of the keyboard tray around the arrow keys, as this will remain quite visible and is not as white as the restored keys. I will be working on this soon, thanks for the video.
Does anyone else just sit and watch multiple of these videos at once?
YES!!!!!!!!
I did this the other night with the same keyboard except I took the whole thing apart and cleaned the whole thing including the membrane since it had crumbs on it - you know what it is like :) Keyboard came back together perfectly and works great!
3:15 is the best moment of the 8-bit guy probably ever
The A1048 is my keyboard of choice---what I'm using to write this. My mid 2011 27 inch iMac came with a wireless keyboard, but I like this one better because of more dedicated "F" keys and the numerical key pad. I programed the wireless to operate my Apple TV, then I bought a second wireless for $5.00 at GoodWill and programed it to operate my Amazon FireStick. Mine isn't as dirty as the one in the video, but it's getting there🤪
Are these 1048 keyboards pretty durable? I have already gone through two of the newer flat style keyboard (keys fall off), and i am thinking of getting one of these 1048's.
@@jf8461 I'd call it durable. Mine is very dirty, with lots of crud visible below the clear plastic layer, but still works perfectly.
This has been my favorite keyboard I've owned so far. I'm still on the hunt for a model m though. I didn't know these yellowed. Mine is still looking new.
These videos are really interesting to me for some reason! Probably because my dad works at the University where I live and used to bring home things like this all the time! Only difference is, I used them when they were gross!
"How can this be used?!" Said an Amazon costumer
This guy has the most satisfying voice
I recently used this method to clean up an old Gateway PS/2 keyboard, thanks!
I like this intro a lot better than the other ones you use.I enjoy your videos,thanks for posting.
3:14 EWWW XD that sounded sooooooo funny
Ewww :P
The best keyboard Apple ever made.
My math teacher has a perfectly clean white normal good as new keyboard just like that.
Wow
How is that impressive? It just means he's good at keeping his stuff clean.
A E S T H E T I C 生活のための *She
LackedPuppet 902 Probably he / she watched this video xd
so have I
watched this video using an A1048 keyboard, works great!!!
Me too, but i had to restore mine, and after I was done, I found this video
How does your keyboard have a screen on it?
I watched this video with a Samsung SyncMaster 793df.
to clean the key board, just disassemble it (keep keys attached, and put the board with the keys on it in the dishwasher, do not put the lower part with the usb cable in, dry for a while and it will be good as new (yes I have done this and it works on this model)
You always have the coolest music for your videos.
That was my favorite Apple keyboard style. I wish they still made them like that.
If you put some grease on the sliders, like Krytox 205 grade 0 or 00, they sound phenomenal. I would also suggest using Permatex Dielectric Grease or SuperLube 21030 on the wire stabilizers wherever they touch plastic. They will operate much smoother and sound quieter. If I recall correctly the stabilizers came greased from the factory, but it's long since dried up.
Gotta love that 2001 cool math flash games soundtrack
Just wanted to say thanks for this video! I have 28 of these keyboards, I’ve now been busy cleaning them all, your video helped me get a head start on it. 12 done 16 to go 😅 thanks!
I once disassembled an eMac keyboard.
I got right about to the point I was right under the keys and then there were some screws that were kind of hard to get out. Takes a long time to get those last I guess 14 screws when you hit the bottom of the keyboard.
That is the most beautiful keyboard that i've seen.
good job. i hate seeing perfectly good things thrown away. i recently disassembled 4 very old keyboards that had various stuck keys and grime. work like new now :)
You can use denatured alcohol on the key caps; It generally cleans the goo off plastic/rubber better than soap and water.
lets hear it for the good old days
I miss those old keyboards in middle school, the G5 iMacs running tiger had them and I thought they felt nice, andI dont even like apple much.
I got one that has dirt stuck UNDER the keys- better use this video to work on it!
Thank you for this video! It helped.
This guy is a boss, he knows where each key goes.
I just found one of these for six bucks at the thrift store, not nearly in as bad shape, but I'm excited to be able to clean it with confidence now!
If you can't find a .05 hex key you can use a t5 torx driver to take the first screws off as well
My old school used these. The keys were nice and white. But underneath them was an absolute nightmare. Worse than the other Apple keyboard you did with all that dirt hair and dust.
TBH one of the nicest looking Keyboards I've seen.
I just got 2 apple keyboards for $5.00 and they're pretty filthy, thanks so much for this video.
Okay so I've gone through and watched a lot of your restoration videos! They all rock! You're so meticulous on these things. One recommendation though is maybe to not use paper towels as the wood fibers can scratch surfaces.
Hey David,
I PM'd you about some music I wanted to submit to you. I'm not sure if you still accept music suggestions, but I found a great track that could work for your videos, and have listed a link in the private message. The track was made by a guy I know, and is free to use, as long as you put the artist's name, and the record company name, in the credits.
Very good guide. It was their last really good keyboard. Luckily, the one from my old G4 Mac mini mostly just needs the dirt cleaning out of it.
Fantastic job mate. Something satisfying in these videos restoring old things! I bought the same keyboard but I cannot find anywhere the hex key to open it? Any idea? Also what else I can clean the keys that is easy accessible? Like cooking soda or something?
That was Awesome, you done an excellent job restoring the key board. I have a couple of these keyboards plus a wireless version which still works very well. Thanks for sharing.
Nowadays this RUclips channel is called The 8-Bit Guy
My elementary uses these in the computer lab and I loved this keyboard
Thanks to you, i got an idea of a apple bus mouse. For modern computers!
@3:30 - shake the whole thing to get 'bubbles' out.
Be glad you did not completely disassemble the keyboard, as it is a nightmare to reassemble. There are separate membranes underr each key
I had that keyboard on with my eMac so long ago. It was wonderful. Thank you for this video.