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# Photo logs of installing Allium58 GLP 3D printed keyboard case

### **Getting the Hardware**

In this page, I’m using the wired Allium58 GLP keyboard kit. You can get the hardware from one of the following links.

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### **Installation Guide**

This guide assumes you have the basic equipments (a screwdriver) , a soldered Allium58 GLP keyboard, compatible key switches (Gateron Low Profile) and the case kit.

#### Step 1: Secure the spacers to the PCB for attaching the acrylic OLED Display cover

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#### Optional Step: If you want a sturdier build, add the silicone feet to the inside corners at the back of the PCB.

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#### Step 2: Install the key switches to the top plate

Make sure the pins/ legs of the key switches are not bent before inserting to the top plate.

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#### Step 3: Attach the top plate to the PCB

Hold the hotswap sockets and gently insert the key switches.

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#### Step 4: Test the key presses

* For the wired RP2040 Allium58 GLP keyboard, connect both halves using the TRRS cable. Next, use a USB-C cable to plug the keyboard into your computer. Open VIAL (get.vial.today) and test all the keys.

  <mark style="color:red;">**Important:**</mark> <mark style="color:red;"></mark><mark style="color:red;">Never disconnect the TRRS cable while the keyboard is still connected to your computer. Doing so can cause a short circuit and permanently damage the controller. Always unplug the USB-C cable from your computer before removing the TRRS cable.</mark>
* For the wireless Allium58 GLP keyboard, please follow the guide in <https://docs.beekeeb.com/other-guides/how-to-install-display-battery-and-test-the-wireless-corne-keyboard> for testing the displays and inserting the batteries.

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#### Step 5: Prepare the 3D printed bottom case

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#### Step 6: Secure the PCB to the 3D printed bottom case

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#### Step 7: Add the acrylic cover to the PCB

Please remove the protective film on the acrylic cover first.

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#### Complete!

It's time to add keycaps to the keyboard 👏

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The Allium58 keyboard series includes GLP (Gateron Low Profile), Choc, and MX versions. If you’re interested in other switch types, you can select them on this page.

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