Keys 1;q;a;z not working on my laptop

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Keys 1;q;a;z not working on my laptop

#1 SidsPinkFloyd

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Posted 26 January 2009 - 05:35 PM

The Windows Vista section may not be the right place to post this but I don't think it is a hardware issue.

I am running Windows Vista Premium with service pack 1.

The keys 1, q, a and z will not work on the laptop keyboard. They work fine on a separate keyboard when I connect
via USB. They used to work fine - just suddenly stopped working one day.

Any ideas?

Cheers

SPF

#2 usasma

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Posted 26 January 2009 - 06:53 PM

If it works with an attached keyboard, but not with the built in one - I'd have to suspect that there's a problem with the built in keyboard. I'd suggest replacing it, or taking it to a shop to have it replaced.

- John
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#3 SidsPinkFloyd

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Posted 22 February 2009 - 07:52 AM

Usasma

Thought you would like to know that I replaced the keyboard and the keys are now working - :huh:

thanks.

SPF

#4 usasma

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Posted 22 February 2009 - 09:56 AM

Thanks for letting us know! I'm sure it'll help someone who comes searching for advice with the same problem (and that's the spirit of the online communities!).

- John
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