Help!?!  Part of the keyboard on my Dell Inspiron laptop has frozen.?
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You can take the keyboard apart and try to clean the connector where the ribbon cable plugs into the circuit board, but the ribbon is probably bad. One bad wire will take out a bunch of keys. Chances are replacing the keyboard will be the easiest way to fix it. The keyboard comes up pretty easy and you can try reseating the ribbon cable. You have to pull up the top of the connector the ribbon plugs into and release the cable. Then you plug the cable back into the connector and push the top of the connector back down.
835788
My take:  the keyboard is probably toast.\n\nCleaning it is worth a try, but I'd start checking into getting a new one.
979095
Try shutting down, unplugging the keyboard, plugging it back in, and restarting. If that doesn't work make sure your "scroll lock" key is not on. If that doesn't do it you probably have a fried keyboard.
229208
Are you saying your keybodard and mouse aren't working??\nIf so then replug them while your computer is turned off and start your computer back and it should start working.\nIf it doesn't start working buy a new one...
120782
i think u should ask here that how to repair the space bar key of keyboard
784608
the easiest way to be sure it is just your keyboard is to borrow a good working keyboard from a friend or family member.  If that keyboard works, then you will know that you need to replace your keyboard.  Also, if you go to the "start" button and click "control panel" there will be an icon for "keyboard."  Open that one and be sure that no one has disabled the keyboard options.
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he he, I think I'd be a good idea to talk to the seller who sold it to you about this problem. Our new computer's keyboard(HP) makes noise and I think its just the way it is. he he, hope its not too late to get you an exchange for a better one. good luck.
584231
Make sure you're tapping (not holding down on) the DEL key the ENTIRE time of startup - don't wait too late.  Also, try a wired PS/2 keyboard if yours is wireless or USB.  Take a look at the resource below.
821314
The metals nodes in some keys are stuck. It may be defective. Have it checked thoroughly.
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It's probably already dried out, and the problem is likely to be the sticky residue left behind. \n\nDepending on how technically competant you are, you could try the following - it's what I'd do in your position.\n\nDismantle the laptop - strip it down, remove the keyboard and the PCBs\n\nSet to one side all the bits you can't do anything about: CD ROM, Harddrive, battery, screen etc.\n\nFor the rest, I'd use either an electrical cleaner, or a bowl of warm soapy water - it sounds daft, but bear with me - and clean the circuit boards off with a soft cloth. When any residue has been removed, dry with a hairdryer. DO NOT IMMERSE IN WATER THE CIRCUIT BOARD WITH THE PROCESSOR ON, but it is fine on any other boards.\n\nWith luck, this will cure the problem. While its in bits, clean the parts around the keyboard - again, warm soapy water will do, so long as you ensure it is thoroughly dry afterwards. \n\nGood luck!
811188
Disconnect & reconnect your mouse & keyboard, you could have knocked the connectors loose (this is almost certainly the problem if you have the sort of keyboard that you plug your mouse into rather than plugging it directly into the computer).
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If this keyboard is new that, manufacturing problem.\nif 1st working fine, then problem with inside circuit. that is damaged. so replace it.
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It depends, normally laptop keyboards are expensive. I had to replace my Dell keyboards cuz my dogs ate the keys lol\n\nIt cost me like $100 but it really depends on what model you have. If you still have a valid warranty, then its free. You should find out if you still have warranty on your computer. Normally with Dell and Toshiba, they either send someone to your house and they replace it for you, or they send you to their referred store where they pay that store to replace it for you.\n\nIts easy to install if you just get the keyboard. I think the service charge is more than the keyboard, so you might want to just get the keyboard and install it yourself.\n\nIf you need help installing it, then just contact me. It should be only $20-$40 just for the keyboard.
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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
789805
try to unplug it and replug it again try to find the cd for the keyboard.
955690
you need to get your keyboard replaced or your motherboard.  It's a short.  Call your manufacturer for more info to get it repaired.
861387
Try using a can of compressed air to free any particles which may be lodged under the keys.  If that doesn't work, take it in for repairs.  Next time, DON'T BUY GATEWAY ... they totally suck !!!