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12-20-2002, 09:15 AM
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Keys on laptop not working, possible reasons?
I have a laptop that I am working on and I wanted to get some of your suggestions on what might be the reason why a couple keys don't work. Primarily the "Del" key and the "Backspace" Key. The backspace key will work but sometimes it takes a short while to react to stike of the key. I've used a air can to blow any particles out. Any other suggestions folks? TIA
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12-20-2002, 09:57 AM
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The keyboard is probably worn out, the contacts on those keys are probably bent from too much pounding.
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12-20-2002, 10:49 AM
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GLC,
Are keypads easy to replace on laptops? It is a Compaq. I know I will have to ship it out. |
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12-20-2002, 11:26 AM
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my dad has a HP and random keys on his keyboard went out and unlike mac laptops the keyboard is a bitch to get out. He just used a usb keyboard until he could send it in for repair... good luck
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12-20-2002, 12:17 PM
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I connected an external keyboard and tested the key's that were in question and they work fine w/ the external keyboard. That will conclude me to say that the laptop keyboard needs replaced. Case solved. Thanks!
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