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    Inspiron - keyboard stopped working?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by wolv212, Apr 21, 2006.

  1. wolv212

    wolv212 Newbie

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    Hi,

    I've had a P4 Dell Inspiron for four years with no problems (besides the scorching heat)... yesterday, in the middle of writing an email, my keyboard suddenly stopped working. I can still use the mouse and access programs but none of the keys work. I tried restarting a couple of times but unfortunately no luck.

    Any ideas? Is the computer fried and it's time to replace... estimates on how much this would cost to repair?

    Thanks!
     
    wolv212, Apr 21, 2006
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  2. drumfu

    drumfu super modfu

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    pop open the keyboard and make sure the connection is ok (dirty? unplugged?). try reseating the cable. at least make sure that is ok before you start doing a bunch of configuration/software fixes which won't do you any good if it is a faulty connection.
     
    drumfu, Apr 21, 2006
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    thx - when you say reseat the cable, you mean pop open the keyboard any make sure the connection is secure?
     
    wolv212, Apr 21, 2006
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