Caps lock stuck on

I can't log onto my macbook air as the caps lock seems to be stuck (even tho its not). Using brand new Macbook Air OS Lion, not technical so need step by step instructions pls

Hi Donna, if you've already rebooted, try this workaround...
System Preferences>Keyboard>Modifier keys>Caps Lock=no action.

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    Immediately shut down the computer and unplug the power cord.
    Remove the computer's battery if it's a portable Mac.
    Disconnect any peripherals (printers, iPods, scanners, cameras, etc.)
    Lay the computer upside down on paper towels to get as much liquid as possible to drip out.
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    Don't
    Don't try to turn it back on. Liquids can help electrical current move about the components of your Mac in destructive ways.
    Don't shake the computer (this will only spread the liquid around).
    Don't use a hair dryer on it (even at a low setting a hair dryer will damage sensitive components).

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