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    CF-51 question

    Discussion in 'Panasonic' started by JohnC56, Jun 11, 2020.

  1. JohnC56

    JohnC56 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Just bought a cf-51 and for some reason the number's 1 & 2 do not
    work on the keyboard . any ideas what to look for ?
     
    JohnC56, Jun 11, 2020
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    JohnC56 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Update : I plugged a keyboard into the laptop and low and
    behold the numbers worked . I also got in the set up screen
    using the F2 button and for some reason that same button on
    the laptop didn't work either so I'm guessing the keyboard is
    shot unless anyone has a different opinion which I welcome
    Also were else can you get a replacement keyboard besides'
    Ebay ? I read that the CF-50 keyboard is identical and would work.
     
    JohnC56, Jun 12, 2020
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    UNCNDL1 Notebook Deity

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    UNCNDL1, Jun 13, 2020
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    ADOR Evil Mad Scientist

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    You can get a replacement keyboard from various sources or try to check and reseat the keyboard cable.

    You will have some sticky tape under the keyboard holding it. You can bend it if you aren't careful.
     
    ADOR, Jun 13, 2020
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    Wish the borders crossing were open now because I have a few 51's and could get you a keyboard to you in a few days but shipping from Canada the cost would be very high
     
    toughasnails, Jun 15, 2020
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    JohnC56 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Thanks toughasnails I appreciate it I'm going to try to reseat the cable first
     
    JohnC56, Jun 16, 2020
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