HP said that they may build webOS on laptops and computers, and now a webOS keyboard has surfaced over at FCC, signaling that HP is indeed keen to have webOS appear on more products. The keyboard here is wireless and connects using Bluetooth, with a code number KT-1087. Will we see this alongside the HP TouchPad as an optional Bluetooth keyboard accessory? You bet!
Your Dell laptop‘s “Function” key, which is labeled “Fn” on the keyboard, gives you the option to change settings or toggle features by tapping a combination of keys. Its possible to accidentally lock the “Fn” key if, for example, you drop the laptop or your cat sits on your keyboard. To unlock the “Fn” key, you only need to press two keys simultaneously. Once the “Fn” key is unlocked, you can use it to modify settings such as the display brightness and speaker volume.
Hold down the “Fn” key and tap the “F3” key to bring up the Dell battery monitor screen. Tap “Fn” and “F10” together to eject the disk drive.
Hold down the “Fn” key and tap the up arrow key to increase the screen’s brightness, or press the down arrow key to decrease the screen’s brightness. Repeatedly tapping one of the keys increases or decreases the brightness to its maximum or minimum.
Tap the “Page Up” key while the “Fn” key is depressed to manually raise the laptop’s volume. Use the “Page Down” key to lower the volume.
Press “F2” along with the “Fn” key to turn on or off the laptop’s wireless card. Press “F1” with the “Fn” key held down to put the laptop into hibernate mode, which saves power while you aren’t actively using the computer.
When you purchased your Dell desktop computer, it came with a Dell brand computer keyboard. If you decide to purchase a new computer from a different manufacturer, you can still hang onto your Dell keyboard if you so choose. Your Dell keyboard will work with any model of desktop or laptop computer, so long as that computer was designed to run the Windows operating system.
Disconnect your Dell computer keyboard from your Dell computer (if you haven’t already). Follow the cable that is attached to the keyboard back to the point where it is plugged into your computer. Pull the plug on the end of the cable out of the USB input it is connected to.
Locate an available USB input on the non-Dell PC you would like to use your keyboard with. Any USB input will do.
Plug your Dell keyboard into the USB input on your non-Dell PC. You can now use your Dell keyboard with this computer.
Download and install the drivers for your Dell keyboard.
The Dell Inspiron E1705 has an internal hardware troubleshooter called Dell Diagnostics. If you are having trouble with the notebook’s internal keyboard, running Dell Diagnostics is the best option to diagnose the problem. If the keyboard fails the Dell Diagnostics test, the program will display an error code and provide a solution to resolve the issue. If the keyboard passes the diagnostics test, check the keyboard itself for dirt or liquid, which can affect the performance of the device.
Restart the computer. Press “F12” when the boot screen appears. Use the arrow pad to go to “Diagnostics.” Press “Enter.”
Follow the on-screen steps to complete the Pre-Boot System Assessment. Press “Y” to continue to the next test if an error occurs. Write down the error codes that appear and look up an explanation of the codes on Dell Support.
Press any key when prompted. Click the “Custom Test” option. Double-click “Keyboard” to run a diagnostics test on the keyboard.
Follow the on-screen directions to complete the test. You must be at the computer to complete the diagnostic test, as you’ll need to press each key on the Dell E1705 to check the keyboard for problems.
Read the results to find out if there is a problem with the Dell Inspiron E1705 keyboard. Check the error code on the Dell Support page for an explanation of the error.
Turn off the computer and check for residue underneath the keycaps. To remove a keycap, pull up on one edge of the key until a “snap” is heard. Pull up on the other edge of the key to remove it from the keyboard. If there is debris or dried-on liquid beneath the keycaps, clean the keyboard with a cotton swab dabbed in rubbing alcohol.
Push the keycap back down on to the keyboard to snap it in place.
The Inspiron 1000 is a laptop manufactured by Dell. Occasionally, the internal software drivers for the Dell Inspiron 1000 keyboard may become corrupt or require patching, thereby preventing the keyboard from being used. Learn how to reset a Dell Inspiron 1000 keyboard to regain the keyboard’s functionality.
Restart the Dell Inspiron 1000. Click the “Start” menu in the lower left-hand corner of the screen and select “Restart.” Rebooting the Inspiron resets the internal system cache and may resolve any sudden software conflicts that are preventing the keyboard from functioning. If restarting does not resolve your problem, continue to Step 2.
Download a new driver for the Dell Inspiron 1000 keyboard from the official Dell support website (see Resources). Replacing the internal driver software for the Inspiron keyboard will reset the keys.
Click the “Start” menu and select the “Control Panel.” Double-click “Add/Remove Hardware.”
Select your keyboard from the drop-down menu. Click “Remove.” This uninstalls the Dell Inspiron 1000 keyboard and its keyboard driver software.
Launch the driver software that you downloaded in Step 2. Follow the on-screen prompts to reinstall the drivers.
Restart your computer. You have now reset the Dell Inspiron 1000 keyboard and may resume using it.
A keyboard is required for most activities on your Dell computer, and sometimes this keyboard can lock up. There are many possible causes for such a keyboard problem: an insufficient amount of memory, viruses, frozen programs and accidental key combinations are just a few. Unlocking your Dell keyboard is usually a simple procedure that can be done by computer users of all levels.
Check to be sure your “Num Lock” or “Scroll Lock” keys aren’t lit. These can lock out certain parts of your keyboard. If either of these indicator lights is lit, press the respective key to release it. These can typically be found at the top right on a laptop and between the number pad and main keys on a desktop keyboard.
Save all open programs using your mouse, then use your mouse to restart your computer. This will only work if your computer isn’t frozen. If your mouse doesn’t move, press the power button on your Dell until the computer turns off. Wait 15 seconds, then press the power button again to restart. If the issue was lack of memory or a locked program, this will unlock your keyboard.
If the keyboard is still locked after a restart, shut down your computer using your mouse or power button. Don’t restart. Unplug your Dell computer.
Remove the battery if you’re using a laptop by turning the laptop over and sliding the battery release latch. Slide the battery out and replace after one minute.
For desktops, disconnect the keyboard from the desktop. Reconnect after one or two minutes.
Reconnect the power adapter or AC cord. Start your computer.
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