Keyboard Problems - Dell Inspirion 530 SERIES Owner's Manual

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cases, you might have to restart your computer to restore computer resources. If so,
run the program that you want to use first.
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Keyboard Problems

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• Ensure that the keyboard cable is firmly connected to the computer.
• Shut down the computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 106),
• Check the cable connector for bent or broken pins and for damaged or frayed
• Remove keyboard extension cables and connect the keyboard directly to the computer.
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and try using the keyboard.
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— Close all windows and open the program that you want to use. In some
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CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
reconnect the keyboard cable as shown on the setup diagram for your computer,
and then restart the computer.
cables. Straighten bent pins.
— Connect a properly working keyboard to the computer,
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— See "System Setup" on page 187.
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