Dell inspiron 5030 laptop keyboard issue ...HELP PLEASE

the last two rows on mi keyboard aren't working 
the z,x,c,v,b,n,m,comma,period,etc..
&the spacebar n also the enter button..
i didnt get it wet or anything so i have no clue it jus stopped 
any suggestions???

Here is the instructions for removing the keyboard:
http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/insm5030/en/sm/keyboard.htm
I would suggest removing and cleaning it gently. If that does not work, you may need to replace the keyboard. I was not able to find a replacement keyboard, unfortunately, or I'd post it. Further research is needed, or bring to Geek Squad for repair.
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