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    Hp touchpad not working

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by jamiek123, Sep 13, 2012.

  1. jamiek123

    jamiek123 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi my hp probook 4320s touchpad is not working one day i was using it and it suddenly stopped working the on and off double click does not work when i go to mouse properties and then hardware it comes up in devices as Synaptics PS/2 port touchpad in location it says plugged into PS/2 mouse port and This device is working properly but under device settings in mouse properties it does not appear i am currently using a usb mouse .
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    Jamie

    also touchpad is present in device manager
     
    jamiek123, Sep 13, 2012
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    tijo Sacred Blame

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    Have you tried uninstalling and reinstalling your drivers? Your TP might also be set to turn off when an external mouse is connected.
     
    tijo, Sep 14, 2012
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    jamiek123 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Yes ihave and i have restarted my laptop without external mouse so that is not a problem sorry for making new thread i wasnt sure if i had the thread in right place would you have any other suggestions thanks for your help
     
    jamiek123, Sep 14, 2012
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    You could always try the stock MS touchpad drivers instead of the synaptics.
     
    tijo, Sep 14, 2012
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    jamiek123 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi would you mind sending me a link for a suitable driver thank you
     
    jamiek123, Sep 14, 2012
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