Okay, so I’ve been seeing these “white cherry” switches all over the place, and I finally caved and grabbed a set to try out. I’m no keyboard expert, but I like to tinker, and my old keyboard was feeling kinda mushy. Figured, why not?
Getting Started
First thing, I ordered the switches. I went with a pack of 110, just to be safe, since I wasn’t sure how many I’d actually need for my keyboard (it’s a full-size, 104-key). They arrived pretty quick, which was nice.
The Teardown
Next up, the scary part: taking apart my old keyboard. I’ve done this before with other keyboards, but it’s always a little nerve-wracking. I grabbed my keycap puller and switch puller (essential tools, seriously!) and got to work.
- First, I popped off all the keycaps. This part is pretty satisfying, like popping bubble wrap.
- Then, I used the switch puller to yank out the old switches. Some were a little stubborn, but I managed to get them all out without breaking anything (phew!).
Installing the New Goodies
With the old switches out, it was time to put in the new white cherry ones. This was way easier than pulling the old ones out. I just lined them up and pushed them into place. They clicked in pretty nicely, which was a good sign.
I repeated that process…104 times! It took a while, but it was kind of meditative, in a weird way. My fingers was started to be tired!
Putting It All Back Together
After all the switches were in, I snapped the keycaps back on. This was probably the easiest part, just pressing them down until they clicked. I double-checked to make sure everything was seated properly.
The Final Result
And…done! I plugged in the keyboard, held my breath, and…it worked! All the keys typed perfectly. The white cherry switches feel…different. They’re definitely smoother than my old ones, and they have a nice, subtle “thock” sound. I’m still getting used to them, but so far, I’m liking them!
Overall, it was a fun little project. Not too difficult, and it definitely upgraded my typing experience. If you’re thinking about swapping out your switches, I’d say go for it! Just make sure you have the right tools, and be patient.
