Difference between revisions of "Reset a Keyboard"
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#Check the connection. If your original keyboard is the problem, there may be an issue with the connection to the computer. | #Check the connection. If your original keyboard is the problem, there may be an issue with the connection to the computer. | ||
#*If the keyboard is connected via USB, check that the cable is not frayed and that it is securely plugged into the USB port. | #*If the keyboard is connected via USB, check that the cable is not frayed and that it is securely plugged into the USB port. | ||
| − | #*If the keyboard is wireless, ensure that you have the [[Find | + | #*If the keyboard is wireless, ensure that you have the [[Find and Update Drivers|latest drivers]] installed and that the wireless dongle works. Make sure that the wireless keyboard has fresh batteries. |
#Replace your keyboard. If all else fails, it may be time for a new keyboards. Keyboards see a lot of physical use, and can fail after a long enough time. If you're using a laptop, [[Remove-a-Laptop-Keyboard-from-a-Dell-Latitude-D505|replacing the keyboard]] is a little more involved but doable from home. | #Replace your keyboard. If all else fails, it may be time for a new keyboards. Keyboards see a lot of physical use, and can fail after a long enough time. If you're using a laptop, [[Remove-a-Laptop-Keyboard-from-a-Dell-Latitude-D505|replacing the keyboard]] is a little more involved but doable from home. | ||
