# REVIUNG41 Case Installation

## Getting the Hardware

In this page, I’m using the FR-4 plate and acrylic bottom plate case kit for REVIUNG41. You can get the hardware from one of the following links.

* DIY REVIUNG41 Kit: <https://shop.beekeeb.com/product/reviung41-hotswap-diy-mechanical-keyboard-pcb-set-kit/>
* Pre-soldered REVIUNG41 Keyboard: <https://shop.beekeeb.com/product/pre-soldered-reviung41/>

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## Installation Guide

This guide assumes you have the basic equipments (a screwdriver) , a soldered REVIUNG41 keyboard and the case kit.&#x20;

### Secure the spacers to the PCB for adding MCU cover

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### 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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### Attach the top plate to the PCB

Hold the hotswap sockets and gently insert the key switches.

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Before moving to the next step, please test each key press in VIAL to ensure all of the key switches are installed successfully.

### Install the MCU cover

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### Prepare the bottom acrylic plate

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### Attach the bottom plate to the keyboard

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### Add Donut Silicone Rubbers to the bottom plate

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### Complete!

It's time to add keycaps to the keyboard :clap:

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