Busted keyboard I have a toshiba satellite A55-S1064. the keyboard doesn't work, only th space bar and "y" buttons work. what can i do? do i need to replace it? if so, how do i remove the keyboard?

Pull the battery out for a minute. I'm talking about the BIOS battery on the motherboard.

Yea you have to change the LCD screen.

You can download the audio and device drivers for your model laptop from the Toshiba WEB site from their download page. Make sure you enter the model of your laptop so you can get the correct drivers. Please click on this link: - http://www.csd.toshiba.com/cgi-bin/tais/support/jsp/home.jsp http://blitware.com/adpages/driverfetch/manufacturer/?manufacturer=Toshiba&gclid=CMOVxNCBx6ACFSgnawodoHNGbA

You will need to call Toshiba's tech support line and get a new disk. Be careful to get the correct disk. I had them send me the wrong one once and I was frustrated for days.

Sorry for the inconvinience caused to you.
1. When it happens 1st immediatly u have to remove the battery and AC/DC power.
2. If you have blower then blow the air through it untli the tea particles fly away.
3. Wipe it with a soft cloth. Check wether keys are sticky or functioning well after cleaning.
4. If it is same problem then you have to remove the keypad and clean the board. To do this you need to open the laptop.
5. Else you have to replace the keyboard section.

If the problem was not resolved. Its better to consult a technical person.

Thanks & regards
Nanda Kishore.

This, is a link to Toshiba Tecra A2 disassembly guide, with photos and instructions. The Satellite A55 uses the same disassembly instructions.
http://www.irisvista.com/tech/laptops/Toshiba-Tecra-A2/notebook-disassembly-guide.htm
At the bottom you will see Page 1: Page 2: Page 3: Page 4:
When you go to the link, you will be on Page 1.

I don't have any information on a users guide at present, but will post back when I do.
You may also find this useful,
http://www.irisvista.com/tech/

Hi again, Steven,
 
It sounds like the "film" under your keys may have been the victim of a rainy day :-)
- Or just worn out, it’s only a thin film, and if you use the keyboard like an old typewriter, then :-)
If you are not familiar with how to take your laptop apart, I´d suggest that you have someone to put in a new film for your keyboard.
It will typical cost you one hour plus the film, about $20.
 
Regards
Teis

Maybe you installed a wrong version of driver for your system.

Usually you can remove the panel right above the keyboard, this will allow you to access the keyboard screws. The keyboard should swing up allowing you to unplug and remove it.