One of the computer's keyboard in my class somehow turned off. It is plugged into the correct port on the back of the computer but typing doesn't work. Is there a way to enable it through windows or something? It is a Dell computer with a dell keyboard the connects with PS/2 connection. What should I do
2007-01-05 09:25:04 · 4 answers · asked by j_ririe20 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Other - Hardware
Turn the computer off, then disconect the keyboard from the back of the computer, then turn the computer back on.Wait a few seconds then turn it back off. Now reconnect the keyboard and turn your computer back on. It should detect the key board.
2007-01-05 09:38:05 · answer #1 · answered by Dave 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried rebooting the system? Have you tried this keyboard on a different pc. If it doesn't work on a different pc then replace it. If it does then the keyboard controller on the pc motherboard my have gone out. I would then recommend using a USB keyboard if you don't want to replace the board. Good Luck
2007-01-05 17:38:46 · answer #2 · answered by RayRay 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
After you plugged it in, it should automatically recognize the keyboard. If it doesn't, try restarting the computer. If that doesn't work, then it's a hardware problem, meaning something is broken.
2007-01-05 17:41:57 · answer #3 · answered by Simplex Spes 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
PS2 connections can go bad. You might have to spend $15 on a USB keyboard.
2007-01-05 18:03:40 · answer #4 · answered by Nomadd 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋