I wiped it down and let it air out for awhile but coffee must have got inside, now the key don't work right. Do have to go out and buy another keyboard or is there some way I can fix this one?
2006-10-19 04:12:26 · 15 answers · asked by Dave 4 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Other - Hardware
time to buy for a new one...
2006-10-19 04:20:10 · answer #1 · answered by yacekiih 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey David. It's a matter of time vs. money. Keyboards are cheap. But, if you want to spend the time, you can probably get it up and running. The short is usually caused by liquid, which fixes itself when the liquid dries. With coffee (and cream and sugar) it can form a "paste" that can last for weeks, or forever.
You can gently pry the keys off the board, opening it up so you can see inside. On most keyboards you can also open them up to get to the circuit board. Wipe it clean with a damp towel (don't worry about getting it wet so long as it's not plugged in), You can even soak the plastic-only parts in the sink. Unless you've actually fried the circuits (unlikely) it should work fine once it dries.
2006-10-19 04:26:48 · answer #2 · answered by antirion 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The microcontroller chip in the keyboard might be shorted out, or some of the circuit traces for the keys might be dirty. You can try unscrewing the keyboard and cleaning the inside (it's no big deal). To lift the keycaps, you'll need to use two small screwdrivers. Don't lift off the keycap by prying at it from only one side, otherwise you'll break the plastic part which holds the keycap in place. Unplug the keyboard and use a slightly damp lint-free cloth
to clean the inside of the keyboard.
Unless you're fussy (like me) about keyboards, a new keyboard can cost as little as $10 (Canadian) -provided that you don't go to one of those department stores like Best Buy.
2006-10-19 04:23:31 · answer #3 · answered by Balk 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You probably want to remove the keyboard from the computer (for instructions, do a search for dismantling the specific computer model), and then carefully clean it with various implements (like fine cloths and and toothbrushes and such). Note that when cleaning, don't much water. After cleaning, let it dry. Don't leave it out in the sun to dry; using a blow dryer is also probably not a great idea; it's best to let it sit in a dry room for a day or two. When it's dry, but it all back together and try using it again. If it still doesn't work, a repair sjop might be able to do a better job or, more likely, you'll need to replace the keyboard.
2016-05-22 01:59:04 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think there might be a way to clean under the keys, but I don't know how. I'd buy a new keyboard myself. I think they run around $12 so they're not horrifically awful. It's better than buying a new computer.
2006-10-19 04:14:36 · answer #5 · answered by Bear 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Way to go slick ! lol im just kidding, I have done that a time or 2, but it was just water. Its much easier to buy another keyboard. trust me. I tried taking mine apart to clean it.. HUGE mistake. those lil rubber pieces under the keys..GRRRR go buy another keyboard !
2006-10-19 04:27:44 · answer #6 · answered by frankfort_girlie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You disconnect first. You can prop it on its side and see if it dries out in a while. Put a fan on it. If you already shorted out some keys though it might be finished for good.
2006-10-19 04:16:26 · answer #7 · answered by Marissa 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
turn it up side down to let it drip out...was there any sugar in your coffee? if so the keys will stick and you might have to buy a new one -- or you can use it a lto and see if it will unstick...
2006-10-19 04:15:45 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try putting it in the top rack of your dishwasher, run the dishwasher and then let it sit and dry out overnight
It should work then - good luck
2006-10-19 09:55:36 · answer #9 · answered by edivine 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Easier to buy a new one. and remember, liquids and PCs don't mix well
2006-10-19 04:14:47 · answer #10 · answered by peckerwud2 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋