Keys on the keyboard

I just purchaed my HP yesterday and have used it maybe three times and I was trying to write a facebook message and the letters I selected would not type and I was having to just about pound on the keys to make anything show up. The space bar wasnt working very well either.. and dont get me started on how annoying it has been just trying to type this out..
can any one help me fix this problem if it is fixable. THANK YOU

Hello Hilstotz,
Welcome to the HP Forums, I hope you enjoy your experience! To help you get the most out of the HP Forums I would like to direct your attention to the HP Forums Guide First Time Here? Learn How to Post and More.
Since you are facing issue with your notebook keyboard please click on the web link given below should be able to help you to resolve the issue on your unit.
Notebook Keyboard Troubleshooting (Windows 8)
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