itinerarian Posted March 25, 2008 Posted March 25, 2008 I'm not really sure whether the problem is with my keyboard or with the computer. I am running XP and a few days ago my keyboard stopped working properly. The e button now types € instead of e the arrow keys do not work and the number pad opens random programs. The cat walked across the keyboard so i am not sure if she pressed buttons to lock the buttons or not. I have had to borrow a laptop so i can check e-mail etc but need to give it back so any help in getting it sorted would be welcome. Quote
Seth Posted March 25, 2008 Posted March 25, 2008 Well we could have a look at the keyboard settings, but I don't think that's the problem. From the Start button, right click on "My Computer" and choose "Manage". Go into Device Manager and click on the plus sign beside the heading that says "Keyboards". Right click on the keyboard that is displayed and choose "Uninstall". Once it is uninstalled, restart the computer and the keyboard will automatically reinstall. Quote Need help with your computer problems? Then why not join Free PC Help. Register here If Free PC Help has helped you then please consider a donation. Click here
maynardvdm Posted March 25, 2008 Posted March 25, 2008 Hi I,ve seen this happen when one key gets stuck. Just a thought for "if all else fails" :) Quote We are all members helping other members. Please return here where you may be able to help someone else. After all, no one knows everything and you may have the answer that someone needs. RaidMax Smilodon Gaming Case | Gigabyte Z77X-UD5H M/B | Intel Core i5 3570K @ 3.4GHz | 8GB Corsair RAM | Nvidia GTX550 Ti 1GB GDDR5 | Corsair 800w PSU Register for FREE >>here<< | If we have helped you, please consider a donation >>here<< SAS | MBAM | WinPatrol | Avira | ERUNT | Nvidia Drivers http://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll57/mjsmileys/userbarnew4sec.gif
Tony D Posted March 25, 2008 Posted March 25, 2008 I'm also thinking a semi-stuck key. Tap all the keys to make sure they all press down and return to their home position properly. If you have another keyboard, swap it - that will definately tell you if it's the keyboard or the compuer. Quote Need help with your computer problems? Then why not join Free PC Help. Register here If Free PC Help has helped you then please consider a donation. Click here We are all members helping other members.Please return here where you may be able to help someone else.After all, no one knows everything and you may have the answer that someone needs.
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