One the IBM T43's has an issue where the mouse radomly starts selecting all the items, as if a shift was held down. This only happens when the laptop is docked. If you press the shift key the problem is resolved. But appears back again randomly.
At first I was thinking that the lid is pressing down on the shift key. But if you keep the lid open the problem still happens.
Any ides what it could be?
2006-08-30 00:24:12 · 7 answers · asked by chopramaneesh 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
Could be a problem with the acual pressure plate that detects when you push down the shift keep. Something may have jammed it or even corroded it into thinking it's pressed down.
2006-08-30 00:30:19 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like the keyboard attached to your docking station ma be the culprate. Try swapping it with another.
As for cheching the laptop out.
First check the 'Caps Lock' key. Also look closely to see if a foreign object like a paperclip got under the key buttons. If so use extreme care in removing it, as you cam pull off keys that can't be reinstalled, or damage the membrane switch below them. Check to make sure the laptops keyboard is seated. gently press the corners. you shouldn't get much give. If you get what you think is excessive give look underneeth the laptop ant see if a keyboard hold down screw came loose or droped out.
NOET: Only use the correct screws if you replace one. They are very uniue and vary in length. Order from IBM if need be.
2006-08-30 01:21:26 · answer #2 · answered by Spark 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depression in the shift key can be a serious issue. But it is important to distinguish between long term depression and short term depression. Best to consult a shrink.
2006-08-30 00:27:06 · answer #3 · answered by Wonderer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in case you broke off the white connector tabs then you definately won't have the flexibility to place the Shift key lower back into place. in case you would be able to apply it by making use of in simple terms urgent on the area the place the main substitute into, then do it. in any different case, you will ought to change your keyboard. And, no, do not attempt to apply any variety of glue to restoration it. this might reason harm to different aspects.
2016-12-14 14:41:19 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keyboards are only 5 bucks at one of many used parts outlets around here. Spare parts are a good thing!
2006-08-30 03:05:37 · answer #5 · answered by hlsj_99 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is the caps lock key on?
2006-08-30 00:37:38 · answer #6 · answered by csalm87 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try Zoloft, or something mild...St John's Wort...
2006-08-30 00:30:09 · answer #7 · answered by chazzer 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋