HP Chromebook 14" Keyboard issue certain keys not working -- fix--please read!

I had a problem with my HP Chromebook's keys intermittently not working--the y, m, n, etc. They would work, then not work, and it was very frustrating esp to log in b/c I could not get my password typed in. I thought I would need a new keyboard, but my wonderful ex husband thought we should try clean and reseat the keyboard connector to the motherboard. The top panel assembly was removed (after removing the bottom case screws).. ----see http://support.hp.com/us-en/product/HP-Chromebook-14-x000/7277301/model/7547744/product-info?lang=en&cc=us HE cleaned the keyboard connector with isopropyl alcohol, and re-connected that connector and it worked. This may not work for everyone, but try this b/f you buy a new keyboard.

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Yes, the "magic rice trick" doesnt work.
inexpensive repair? No.
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After a substantial spill many people will turn their notebook upside down and shake it, not only does this not work, but it spreads liquid havoc throughout your machine and makes things often as bad as possible.
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Do not attempt to, after a spill, ‘dry out your MacBook’ and test it
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There are additionally many very tight places inside your notebook where liquids will linger for a very long time, and cause corrosion or worse.
Immediately unplug your notebook and contact Apple for in shop diagnostics and parts replacement.
In the case of very minor spills people will “dry out” their notebook and feel success that their notebook is working ok, however invariably in nearly all instances after 4-14 days an error / fault pops up and is usually followed by more.
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I have a Macbook Pro 2010 model, for no other reason other than my cat sitting on it (tiny cat, very dry...) the middle row of keys (A,S,D,F,G,H,J,K,L) all stopped working, CAPS still works, as well as : ; " ' and the enter/return key.
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Hello AJTheGamer
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The phone is too old and I think it has no FW upgrade in NSU.
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HP 15-d069wm TouchSmart Notebook PC keyboard certain keys not working

Certain keys (space bar, left shift key, z, x, c, v, b, n, m , comma, period, /) and number keys (1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 9) on the keyboard of my laptop are not working. I already tried to do several hard resets (disconnecting power supply and taking out battery) but that didn't help. I also "uninstalled" the keyboard using the device manager, that didn't work either.
The laptop was bought in June 2014. I'm using an external USB keyboard right now.
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I understand that certain keys on the keyboard of your computer are not working as they should, and I would be happy to assist you in this matter!
To restore the function of your notebook's keyboard, I recommend following this document on Notebook Keyboard Troubleshooting (Windows 8).
Please re-post with the results of your troubleshooting, and I look forward to your reply!
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Apple wired keyboard - certain keys not working with shift

I treated myself to a new Apple wired keyboard MB110B/A for my mac mini.
My previous keyboard worked fine, however the new keyboard causes the computer to enter the Hardware Test mode every time the computer is restarted. The computer only starts normally without the keyboard connected (or with my old keyboard connected).
Once the computer has started, if I plug the new keyboard in, it appears to work normally with the following exceptions. The following keys do not register when the "shift" key is pressed: 2, w, s, x. This fault does not occur with my old keyboard.
As these keys are in a line, I think there may be a wiring fault inside the keyboard. If so, would this explain the computer entering Hardware Test mode every time it is started with the keyboard connected?
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Yes, the "magic rice trick" doesnt work.
inexpensive repair? No.
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After a substantial spill many people will turn their notebook upside down and shake it, not only does this not work, but it spreads liquid havoc throughout your machine and makes things often as bad as possible.
The keyboard itself acts like a one way valve in the case of a substantial liquid spill. While liquid pours into the bottom chassis easy, it does not come out easily at all, and in the case of any spill, most of it will not come out by turning it upside down. Disconnect all power and contact Apple for diagnostics and repair.
Do not attempt to, after a spill, ‘dry out your MacBook’ and test it
After a spill most people invariably try to “dry out” their notebook by various methods, including hair dryers and otherwise. This both does not work, and after a substantial spill of any magnitude, even if the liquid was water, residue is left behind.
There are additionally many very tight places inside your notebook where liquids will linger for a very long time, and cause corrosion or worse.
Immediately unplug your notebook and contact Apple for in shop diagnostics and parts replacement.
In the case of very minor spills people will “dry out” their notebook and feel success that their notebook is working ok, however invariably in nearly all instances after 4-14 days an error / fault pops up and is usually followed by more.
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Wired Keyboard Certain Keys not Working?

The keys 3 e d do not work.
It however does work in Bootcamp.
The keyboard was functioning fine yesterday.
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Certain keys not working envy dv7-7304tx

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I would like to take a moment and thank you for using the forum, it is a great place to find answers. For you to have the best experience in the HP forum, I would like to direct your attention to the HP Forums Guide First Time Here? Learn How to Post and More.
I understand that your keyboard does not always respond when pressing certain keys.
Have you done all your Windows updates?
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Here is a link to Updating the BIOS to assist you in that process if needed.
Please let me know the results.
Sparkles1
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Keyboard letter/number keys not working; Function keys OK

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If your Macbook is less than a year old, it is under warranty. A repair of of a problem of this kind would be free. So, if you have a warranty, have the problem fixed by Apple.
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