Can a computer keyboard be lubricated?
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Return it to the Store and get another one
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Sounds like at least one key is sticky.  Coke (or any soda) will do that.  Carefully remove the keys in the area of where you spilled it and gently clean with a Q-tip and alcohol.  The worst that could happen has already happened - you cannot use the laptop.
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Paint? Decals? haha, I would suggest a new keyboard... but laptop keyboards (While not impossible) are rather difficult to replace.  And doing so on your own most certainly voids the warranty.  How bout permanant marker?  The silver ones, or gold ones.  There's an idea.\n-Duo
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There is a _chance_ that you can clean up your keyboard but it would require an extensive cleaning. That would involve removing all of the keys (and remembering where each one goes so that you can put it back in the right place!). You would need to remove the keys carefully to avoid breaking them and then clean carefully with the appropriate brushes and cloths before re-assembling the keyboard. \n\nBut even then the damage might be irreversible. I once spent a couple of hours doing a careful cleaning because a couple of my keys weren't working due to an accumulation of cat hair all over the keyboard but even a careful cleaning didn't fix the bad keys. A spill of a liquid on the keyboard is even worse so I don't think there's much chance that a cleaning will save the day.\n\nThe good news is that keyboards are cheap. When I replaced my keyboard, I found several different models of replacement keyboards for less than $20 (Canadian). I found one I liked for only $12. If money is a problem, you can probably find a used keyboard simply by taking one from your old computer or getting one of your friends to give you the keyboard from their old computer. \n\nI'm assuming that you are using a standard keyboard of course, which 99% of people do. If you have a very exotic keyboard, it may be harder - and more expensive - to replace. \n\nI usually try to fix things rather than replacing them but this is one component where I think you will have much better results by simply buying a new keyboard.
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The keyboard is made up of a couple of plastic sheets with contacts and runs.  Odds are that one of the runs have been cut.  It is remotely possible to fix the run but it would be much easier to go buy a new keyboard.  The runs are very delicate and can be tricky to fix.  I work in electronics and I could do it but I wouldn't bother.  You can get a basic keyboard for a good price.  If you have a friend who is into computers he/she may even have an extra keyboard they are willing to part with.  Recommendation: don't bother trying to fix it, just get a new one.
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Yes. But remove all the batteries first. After dishwashing, let dry for 1 days. If on humid day, let dry for 3 days. After that, try reinstalling the batteries and see if it works. If it doesn't, remove the battery and let dry for more days. If it doesn't work even after 1 month of drying, buy a new keyboard.\n\nThat's how to do it.
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You may try ebay, I know you can buy lots of computer parts on there and you might get lucky and find a match for yours in a junk keyboard, or at least something that looks close.
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In all likelyhood you need a new keyboard.
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if its not under warranty, remove the keyboard from the notebook, and steam mashine the keys, then rub it with paper towels then put back, as if u do that on a notebook with warranty it goes void, or you do it while the keyboard is still in the notebook you could render the notebook renderable to un-usable state if u liquid clean the keys.\n\ni suggested steam as its thin water and heat, yet cleans well, but not inside a computer, only the parts like under the keys or in the groves etc etc, if done while still wired in , it could steam the board (not good lol)\n\ntake care,\ndez
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this is gonna sound funny but my computer teacher told me this. give the keyboard a shower and let it dry. no joke im serious. it works for a desktop but i dont know about a laptop
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I think you would have to go to a site that has an online keyboard, as the regular keyboard doesn't have one.
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depends on whether anything is broken underneath the key-cap. if nothing's broken, u can just reattach the key-cap into the keyboard.
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Good answers here...but the best rememdy is NOT to have a drink near a keyboard in the first place.....liquids and electricity do not good bedfellows make.....\n\nHealth and Safety rule we teach at our college outreach centre in adult learning.
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I typically refer to a keyboard as KBD. But, if you insist, KB is fine.\n\nNot specifically familiar with this model, but if it has a parallel port, use the HP Laser Jet 4 driver.  Almost all printers support HP PCL.\n\n-KOZ\nYES-Team Computer Repair \nComplete PC - Network - IT support \nQuality + Results equal Excellence \nwww.affirmtech.net \nPhoenix, Arizona Computer Repair + USA Technical Support
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This question makes almost no sense, please rephrase it...\n\nDo you need a keyboard cable?\nDo you need a new power cord for your computer? (if so any standard power cord works with a desktop computer)\n\nWhat type of cord do you need, and what is it for... There is no such thing as getting a new cord for your keyboard, you just get another keyboard...\n\nAnd no, if you get another keyboard, it does not have to be HP to work. Any keyboard will do, as long as you plug it into the same slot, and as long as its reletively new.
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OOPS! Your keyboard inards are made of mylar (plastic film). If the pop has gotten into the film layers it needs to be disassembled. The mylar layers can be cleaned with a very mild soapy water. I wouldnt use alcohol as it may remove the circuit trace. Laptops are a PAIN to disassemble. Find someone who knows how to do this.
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You might be able to save it. Don't turn it on while it is wet. Take out the battery and all removable drives. I have always used Isopropyl alcohol on wet electronics to try and expunge the moisture. It really works very well. This will also get rid of the stickiness on the keyboard. Let it dry completely after using the alcohol.