Whacky keyboard the keyboard was working perfectly about 3 hours ago. i had to leave and when i got back the following keys were not working. e,r,t,y,u,i,o,a,z,b,n,m, and all numbers both on the top and the numeric pad. can anyone help me PLEASE!!!!

sounds like the solenoid or the relay that locks the lever into park when the key is turned off may be playing up just to check try using the spare key see if you get the same problem hope this helps regards mick

The sensors are rubber, and don't usually crack. Most of the time they are dirty and can be cleaned with rubbing alcohol and Q-tips VERY carefully. Also be careful of the ribbon wires inside the keyboard. The keys should just snap in and out. I cleaned mine a little while ago, and now it works perfectly.

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Hey there , you may need to change the key , at times liquid can affect the rubber cup under the key, and it stops working .. Thats what happened with my Compaq few months ago. I got all those keys changed from www.laptopkey.com (they are an online store that sells replacement keys) i love they service and they price is reasonable

Hi,

Keyboard Is Dirty:

Keyboards should be cleaned with "spray-n-wipe" cleaner and a cloth or tissue on a monthly basis. Ensure that computer is not powered up while cleaning the keyboard. Compressed air can also be used to clean between the keyboard keys. Another tip: clean the keys with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol.

"Keyboard Not Found" Message:

Your keyboard is not plugged into the computer securely. Unplug it and plug it back in and the problem should go away. If this doesn't work, follow procedure: "Computer isn't taking inputs from keyboard" (below).

Key Is Stuck:

1. If a key does not work or is stuck in the down position, you may try to remove it with a CPU "chip puller" tool. These simple "L" shaped tools are great at pulling out keys. Once you've pulled out the stuck key, you can try to stretch the spring to "reanimate" its action.

Computer Isn't Taking Inputs From Keyboard

1. Is keyboard connected to computer? Ensure that the keyboard is plugged into the keyboard jack and not into the mouse jack. If the keyboard was unplugged, plug it back in and reboot the computer.

2. If the keyboard still doesn't work on boot-up, power down the computer and try to borrow a friend's known-good keyboard for troubleshooting. Plug the new keyboard up and boot up the computer. If the new keyboard works, the old keyboard is bad and needs to be replaced.

3. If the known-good keyboard doesn't work, check your BIOS to make sure it sees the keyboard. It should say, "installed." If the BIOS recognizes the keyboard, then you probably have a bad keyboard port.

I Plugged Keyboard Into Mouse Port

1. Many mice and keyboards today use a PS/2 connector
. If you plugged your keyboard into the mouse port (or viceversa), follow steps 2 and 3.

2. Shut down the computer and plug the keyboard into the keyboard port. The keyboard port is usually marked with a "keyboard" symbol. Plug the mouse into the mouse port (usually marked with a mouse symbol).

3. Reboot the computer; the keyboard should work now. If keyboard doesn't work, check your BIOS to make sure the BIOS recognizes the keyboard. You should see the words, "installed" or "enabled" under the keyboard.

4. If the BIOS recognizes the keyboard but it still doesn't work, you may have a bad keyboard port.

I Spilled a drink on my keyboard!

1. If you spill any liquid in the keyboard, turn it upside down ASAP. Drain all the water out of the keyboard, shaking it if necessary. If you've spilled water into the keyboard, just let it dry. You may use a hair dryer to dry out area under the keys (remember, too much heat and you could damage the electrical components).

2. If you've spilled a soda into the keyboard, completely rinse it in warm water. No soap please! You may use a hair dryer at this point or just let it dry for 2 days. Ensure the keyboard is perfectly DRY before you attempt to use it again. Don't plug a wet keyboard into electrical equipment. Think safety.

5. If the keyboard still doesn't work, replace the keyboard.

use on screen keyboard and type your keys if this work then it is hardware problem if not then it is a virus scan it

Hi Debra!

I have run into this problem a few times (coffee is necessary for those late nights and the sugar and cream dont seem to interact well with they keyboard, whodathought?)

I know this might sound absurd at first, but I have followed some advice I read on a couple sites a number of years ago. In fact, I even found one of the same articles that gave me the courage to put my keyboard in the dishwasher to clean it. I know it sounds scary, but really, there are no mechanical parts that would be hurt in the process. It is a lot of plastic and personally, I have done it dozens of times without a problem. Check out what Scott says over at BoingBoing:

"I can report that not only will the keyboard come out clean, but it will probably work once it dries completely. Every key on the keyboard works and feels just right - the Caps Lock light even works! This ‘hack’ is not for the weakhearted, and I would probably avoid putting a $100+ keyboard in the dishwasher. But if you don’t have any other options, it’s a pretty good bet."

BUT,

If you don't feel comfortable with that, you are always welcome to do it the old fashioned way. Get some QTips and isopropyl alcohol. Start carefully popping off each key (just try to remember where they go back!) and cleaning the inside square where the bottom of the key touches the plastic receiver. It is a bit tedious but might be less stressful than tossing out your keyboard.

I really hope this helps!

If there is no light on the Bluetooth keyboard it means there is a problem with it.

If the Bluetooth keyboard is not responding try to do the following:

1. Change batteries
2. Go to control panel
3. Click Bluetooth Icon
4. Delete the Bluetooth Keyboard
5. Click on Add new wireless device
6. Press the pairing device on the keyboard
7. Bluetooth keyboard will be detected
8. Follow the onscreen instructions

Hope this helps, Tried it several times and it works perfectly

try another keyboard to check if there is something wrong with your os settings.
1. if it works with the new keyboard , your keyboard is the problem.
2. if it does not work w/ the new keyboard still the same problem, os settings in the keyboard is the problem

If you boot a XP cd and select repair will it let you type?