Procedure 1 External Keyboard Check; Procedure 2 Diagnostic Test; Procedure 3 Connector And Replacement Check - Compal JHT01 Service Manual

JHT01 Service Manual
To determine if the computer's keyboard is functioning properly, perform the
following procedures. Figure 6-5 outlines the process. Start with Procedure 1 and
continue with the other procedures as instructed.
• Procedure 1: External keyboard check
• Procedure 2: Diagnostic check
• Procedure 3: Connector and replacement check
5.1 Procedure 1
Connect a USB keyboard to one of the computer's keyboard/mouse ports, then
boot the computer The computer automatically detects the external keyboard.
If the external keyboard works correctly, the internal keyboard or its connections
may be faulty. Go to Procedure 2.
If the external keyboard appears to have the same problem as the internal
keyboard, the system board may be damaged.
5.2 Procedure 2
Run the Diagnostic Program, which will automatically execute the Keyboard Test.
Refer to Chapter 3, Tests and Diagnostics for more information on how to run the
program.
If an error is located, go to Procedure 3. If an error does not occur, the keyboard
is functioning properly.
5.3 Procedure 3
The keyboard and/or system board may be disconnected or damaged.
Replacement Procedures and perform the following checks.
Check 1
Make sure the keyboard cable is firmly connected to the system board.
• If the connection is loose, reconnect firmly and repeat Procedure 2.
• If there is still an error, go to Check 2.
Check 2
The keyboard may be damaged.
• If the problem still exists, perform Check 3.
Check 3
The system board may be damaged. Replace it with a new one.
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External keyboard check
Diagnostic test
Connector and replacement check