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Black Dell Inspiron 1012 palmrest with integrated touchpad and buttons

DELL

DELL Inspiron 1012 Palmrest Touchpad Assembly VH07W Black

SKU CH-Z38C-CWTQQ

Replacement palmrest with integrated touchpad for Dell Inspiron 1012 laptops

  • Accessory categoryPalmrest Touchpad Assembly
  • Product colorBlack
  • Genuine Dell fit for Inspiron 1012
  • Ready-to-install palmrest with touchpad circuitry and buttons
  • Black finish matches original laptop appearance
  • OEM part VH07W ensures exact compatibility
  • New condition guarantees reliable replacement performance

Genuine Dell Inspiron 1012 palmrest replacement

This assembly is built for the Dell Inspiron 1012 netbook and restores the original palmrest, touchpad circuitry and integrated buttons. It suits owners repairing wear or accidental damage who want the factory fit and finish. Buyers needing parts for other models or a standalone external mouse should look elsewhere.

Black finish with integrated touchpad and buttons

The black palmrest matches the chassis colour and includes the touchpad sensor plus left and right click buttons in one piece. Mounting points align with the original screw locations so installation follows the service manual without modification. No additional cables or brackets are included beyond what the original design requires.

Low-profile component with no active cooling

As a passive structural part it adds no heat, noise or power draw to the system. Normal use simply replaces the existing assembly and the netbook resumes its standard thermal and acoustic profile. There are no fans, LEDs or electronic circuits beyond the touchpad sensor itself.

How it compares

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Price $8.99
Cheaper than about 75% of the 8,808 comparable items (median $16.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDell
Model nameInspiron 1012
Part numberVH07 W
Accessory categoryPalmrest Touchpad Assembly
Product colorBlack

Questions about this item

How does the palmrest touchpad assembly connect to the Dell Inspiron 1012 motherboard?

The assembly includes integrated touchpad circuitry and buttons that connect via the laptop's internal ribbon cable socket on the motherboard.

What physical alignment is required when fitting this palmrest onto the Dell Inspiron 1012 chassis?

The palmrest must align with the screw posts, keyboard ribbon opening, and touchpad button cutouts on the lower case of the Inspiron 1012.

Which step is commonly missed when installing this replacement palmrest on the Dell Inspiron 1012?

Reconnecting the touchpad ribbon cable to the motherboard before securing the palmrest screws is often overlooked during reassembly.

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