MacBook ('08) function keys not working (volume, etc) XP SP3, Bootcamp 2.1

I have just upgraded from a MacBook Core Duo 2.0Ghz (mid-2006) to a MacBook Core 2 Duo 2.4Ghz (mid-2008).
I had Windows XP (SP3) installed and running nicely on a partition on the old MacBook, and what I've now done is simply swapped that whole hard drive from the old MacBook to the new one. OSX (10.5) runs just fine, but Windows is giving me issues. I successfully reactivated Windows, and then did a repair installation from my original WinXP install disc, which took Windows back to Service Pack 2. I used the OSX install DVD that came with the new MacBook to install the Boot Camp Windows drivers (version 2.0), and then downloaded and ran the Boot Camp 2.1 update, and then upgraded to WinXP Service Pack 3.
The trackpad on the new MacBook is working in Windows, as is MOST of the keyboard. Only the function keys aren't working (brightness, volume, eject, etc.). I've tried using them both with and without holding down the "fn" key in the bottom-left of the keyboard, and both with and without the setting checked (in Windows Boot Camp prefs) for using the function keys for hardware purposes.
I can't help but think that the problem arises form the different layouts of the 2006 MacBook and the 2008 MacBook. The 2006 model used the F3, F4, and F5 keys for volume (mute, decrease, increase), while the 2008 model uses F10, F11, and F12.
When I look under Add/Remove programs in Windows, I see that there are still old Apple drivers for keyboard and other devices. I see versions of the drivers going back to 1.x, and also 2.0 and 2.1.
In efforts to start afresh, I've tried using both the Boot Camp 2.1 Updater and my 2008 MacBook Install DVD (which has Boot Camp 2.0) to remove Boot Camp from Windows, but neither seem to really do the trick in terms of really removing all the Boot Camp components and drivers, and reinstalling the Boot Camp drivers doesn't get the keyboard function keys working.
I've tried everything I can think of (short of erasing the partition and starting with a fresh install of WinXP, which is NOT an option). Is there some way to remove the old (or all) Apple drivers in order to install Boot Camp components anew? Or would that even get the keyboard working anyway? Any other ideas at solving this problem? Thanks very much.

AHA!!!! FIXED IT!!!
Found another forum post here:
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?messageID=7688314&
And that reminded me that the little Boot Camp grey diamond icon wasn't appearing in the tray like it should. I found KbdMgr.exe and tried to open it, but got an error. So I deleted it and did repair/update from Boot Camp 2.1 Updater, rebooted, and now KbdMgr.exe is running, the icon is in the tray, and the function keys (volume, brightness, etc) are working! Hooray!!
So in conclusion, this problem may not have been due to the different keyboard layouts, but could've been something about SP3 & BootCamp 2.1. Maybe. Who knows. I'm just happy I've got it working.

Similar Messages

Satellite L850 - Special function key not working properly

Hi Everyone,
I had Satellite L850 (pskg8a-07f001) running windows 8 64 bite for just 2 months.
Just within this week, the special function key not working, each time I start the pc, i have to go into toshiba desktop assist then function key then click ok, it will working.
But the touch pad has been set as enabled, also under keyboard setting has been set as special function mode. But don't know why each time start the pc have to go into function key box then click ok.
When I bought it everything is ok, i can use the special function key to turn up and down the volume and disable wireless...etc
Please advise. Thks a lot!

Take a look here:
Function key changes in Satellite and Qosmio 800 series
http://aps2.toshiba-tro.de/kb0/TSB2903E00000R01.htm
You can use the traditional FN + F key mode or just an F key mode.
This can be enabled and disabled in BIOS or the HWSetup
In BIOS go to Advanced -> System configuration -> Function key mode
This mode can be changed
Also be sure that Function Button option is enabled too

E545 and Function key not working

Any help here is apprecited. My function (Fn) key is refusing to work at all. None of the special features are able to be used. I've checked all my drivers, and followed the instructions in the User Guide, but some of the options described in the guide are even showing on my computer.
I'd love for some help on this issue, as the computer is pretty worthless right now.

Hi Jamesbjenkins,
Welcome to Lenovo Community!
As per the query we understood that you are facing issue with keyboard function keys not working on your ThinkPad E545.
Is the system updated with all the latest drivers and application? To confirm with I request you to run ThinkVantage system update tool. This will search for all the required drivers and application for your system and will update.
Hope this helps.
Best regards,
Hemanth Kumar
Did someone help you today? Press the star on the left to thank them with a Kudo!
If you find a post helpful and it answers your question, please mark it as an "Accepted Solution"! This will help the rest of the Community with similar issues identify the verified solution and benefit from it.
Follow @LenovoForums on Twitter!

My volume key not working volume increase automatically, how to mute all audio

my volume key not working, volume increase automatically if i go to audio settings i can adjust, but again volume increase automatically , how to mute all audio

Did you already try to reset the phone by holding the sleep and home button for about 10sec, until the Apple logo comeback again?
If this does not boring back a working volume control, and to rule out a software issue, set it up as new device, explained here:
Use iTunes to restore your iOS device to factory settings - Apple Support
If still no luck, you'll have to get it checked by visiting an Authorized Apple Service Provider or Apple Store next to your place.
iPhone - Contact Support - Apple Support

Toshiba Satellite C850-F12S Function Keys not working

I recently formatted my laptop after the OS was corrupted by a virus and reinstalled windows 7 but now my Function keys that enable me to adjust brightness, volume and turn on wireless are not functioning, They only work when in BIOS setup and even when I tried to enable them to be standard F1-12 or special function keys they still dont work after starting windows. This computer has no flash cards for toshiba and i dont know which drivers to look for for this specific model. I also lost toshiba eco-utility and its player. How do i get all this back without losing my data?I have partitioned my hard disk.

Hi Eldorado
Thanks for your suggestion. Have done as you said but still have the problem.
I've managed to get rid of the TouchED error dialogue by uninstalling the Touchpad on/off utility, but I can't get the function keys to work again. The problem appears to be that the Common Modules drivers are not reinstalling properly - the software (thotkey.exe) that operates these has to be within this. I have tried extracting the cab files for the Common Modules but nothing with let me into Toshiba's cab files to see if they are there so that I can copy them across manually.
I can live without the function keys on my machine, but this is a pain - especially when I'm sure the problem has a simple solution.
Cheers
David

ITunes Media Function Keys Not Working

So I picked up a new MacBook Pro Retina 13" a week or so ago, and it's going great so far, except for one thing. It seems that the Media function keys aren't working in iTunes?
I checked under the keyboard preferences to ensure the "standard function" keys box wasn't checked, and it wasn't. All the other functions keys are working properly except the back, play/pause, and skip keys. I tested the keys with other functions, such as setting a shortcut to the F8 key, and it recognized the input, so its not a hardware issue.
I tried to find help elsewhere, but most people seemingly just had that box in the settings checked, which wasn't the problem for me it seems.
Any suggestions?

lions99 wrote:
Hey guys,
I see that most of you are having a issue with the function keys.
Try this- http://goo.gl/gdlS3?
This is a hotfix for this issue. Now keep in mind this only supports
Windows 7 Enterprise
Windows 7 Home Basic
Windows 7 Home Premium
Windows 7 Professional
Windows 7 Starter
Windows 7 Ultimate
So if you don't have this, then don't run this fix.
Also, If you guys can give me your product # and complete model name of the notebook you have, so I can send you a link to update your BIOS.
Here is a link to show you how to find your product #- http://goo.gl/vYKya
THX
Thank you for your help, but another person had already answered me. =]
After I re-installed the keyboard drivers, the "fn + " keys became functional again. The driver i installed was "HP Quick Launch Buttons" or just "sp49456" if you want to know.
Thank you for your help, I am very pleased with it.

Function Keys Not Working Regardless of "Use all f1.." Being Checked or Unchecked

Hi
If someone could help me I'd be really appreciative. I recently got some parts repaired by apple, the trackpad was replaced and a small wire replaced too which was to do with the keyboard connection. Since getting my macbook air back everything works fine except my function keys don't work. When the "Use F1, F2 etc ... as standard function keys" is checked the only function keys that work are f11 and f12 as they should as these are the only shortcuts set up to show desktop and show dashboard, respectively. However when I come to uncheck "Use F1, F2 etc ... as standard function keys" noting appears to happen the f11 and f12 act no differently as when it was checked and the rest of the function keys remain unresponsive.
Trying to press the keys with the Fn key pressed also makes no difference.
Thanks for reading
Oli

It looks like a faulty repair. You should take it back to Apple and have it redone.

Windows 7 Brightness and Function key not Working Properly

i have HP 15-af024AU APU Quad Core A8-7410 - (4 GB DDR3,1 TB HDD) Noteboook and it came with windows 8.1 preinstalled than i installed windows 7 ultimate.
i have problem in Display Brightness i am not able to change Brightness by function key or by manually from windows settings.
2. my Function key are not working properly . all key are fliped whiout holding function key it work as function key. 3. bluetooth is not working when i search for new device not able to find any available discouable bluetooth device. 4. wireless button software is not wokring in windows 7 i already updated my bios that available in drivers support and install alll drivers too properly so please give proper drivers for windows 7 for this product that works perfect.

Sorry that driver didn't work. You can try this graphics driver and if that doesn't work, unfortunately, I won't be able to help you with that issue. This package provides the AMD High-Definition (HD) Graphics Driver and Catalyst Control Center for supported notebook models that are running a supported operating system. For notebooks with switchable graphics modes, this package includes drivers for both graphics processing units (GPUs). Switchable graphics enable users to switch between a power-saving graphics mode (normally used under battery power) and a high-performance graphics mode. If high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) video output is supported, this package also installs the HDMI Audio Driver. File name: sp71253.exe As far as the Fn keys being 'flipped,' I have no idea what you mean by that, or what to do about it. Did you install the software that controls the funtion keys? This package contains the HP System Event Utility, which enables special function keys on supported notebook models to be programmed. For example, HP System Event Utility enables users to press the Fn+ESC keys to view system information. This software works with the supported operating systems. File name: sp71156.exe

New Apple Wireless Keyboard Function Key not working ON 10.5.8

Tried updating keyboard os, disconecting reconnecting. Selecting/deselecting option in keyboard options. power off and on
Cannot get function key to work
Thanks

found answer here- my wireless keyboard model is MC184LL/B
http://store.apple.com/us/question/answers/product/MB110LL/B?pqid=QXXHTX4T747AAF PXKHXCC72CYAXYU7XXYUPK9UFC74K27FPKF
The Function keys will not all work properly on 10.5.8, all the other keys will be fine. The previous model MB110LL/A would work with all the Function keys on Leopard or Snow Leopard.

F12 function key not working on my Pavilion DV6 7170er

I'm runung windows 8 X64 bit version. i'm using win 8 since few months, all that time function key work properly until hp support assistant update my system bios version to f.24 automatically .after that cause that problem f12 key is not working it's indicate amber lite every time,can't switch on wifi, if wifi on it have to turn into white clolor.all other function keys are working properly.i checked evety thing, device manager saying wifi adapter working properly but windows 8 mobile center showing it's turn off.i checked via bios system components it's showing wifi adapter "PASSED". hp connection manager programs can't open it's hanging long time and after that showing error massage - error code 80080005 .
Please if any one have suggest let me know...
Thank you...

gaurian82,
I’m glad to hear that everything is working.
Thanks for posting the solution that you found.

FN function keys not working on dv7-3188cl

I recently formatted my laptop to windows 7 ultimate and since then can not get my function keys to work.
I've reinstalled drivers that I thought might work and nothing.
When I could no longer adjust my brightness is when I noticed that my function keys were not working. Is there any other way to adjust the brightness on my laptop besides the function keys? If so I have not figured it out.
This question was solved.
View Solution.

Hi:
Make sure you have installed the Intel chipset driver and reboot.
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/softwareDownloadIndex?softwareitem=ob-76994-2&cc=us&dlc=en&lc=en&...
Make sure you have installed the NVidia graphics driver and reboot.
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/softwareDownloadIndex?softwareitem=ob-100095-3&cc=us&dlc=en&lc=en...
Then install this software.
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/softwareDownloadIndex?softwareitem=ob-74407-1&cc=us&dlc=en&lc=en&...

Fn function key not working

Hi guys,
I have an early 2011 13" MacBook Pro, and my Fn key is not working. My situation is a little different because I actually want to hold the Fn key to use the functions, unlike many other posters who don't. I do know about the settings available in:
System Preferences > Keyboard > Use F1, F2 as standard function keys.
Currently, I do not have the box marked, so I don't need to press the Fn key to make the function work. But I actually want to press the Fn key in combination with the F1, F2 etc keys. So when I check the box, the functions at the top row of my keyboard no longer work, despite holding Fn key in combination with the top row keys. Anyone able to help me out here?
Thanks a lot in advance.

Here we go again! The return key on my iPad stopped working again.
I don't think I posted more information here but on the Logitech site. Basically, rather than go through all the steps of resetting the iPad, I used canned air to blow out under the return key. I had to lift the key a bit with a pen knife to get better air flow. I think I've done this twice.
Well, this morning the return key stopped working as well as the |\ key. I sprayed and sprayed with no success. This time I had no system upgrade: just one day working and the next not.
This time I tried another trick that will be cumbersome. I used the wireless keyboard from my wife's iMac. The bad news is that the pairing wouldn't hold. I finally figured out that the Apple wireless keyboard was still listed on the iMac. Once I unpaired the keyboard from the iMac I was able to pair it with my iPad.
The return key and the |\ key work fine.
It's going to be awkward carrying around the Apple wireless keyboard, but it does fit over the Logitech keyboard. And I'll have to remember to carry extra AA batteries:(

New Wireless Keyboard Function Keys Not Working

I recently got an Apple Wireless keyboard- the newest one, with only 2 batteries. I connected it to my MacBook Pro (10.5.8) just fine, and everything seemed to have been working. But the function keys don't work for their functions (F7 as previous, F8 as play, etc.). I've tried changing the settings, manually mapping shortcuts, and reinstalling the keyboard, but nothing worked, I installed all the updates, including the Magic Mouse update, but the function keys still don't work properly. The system recognizes them, but I can't map shortcuts to them, nor do the built-in shortcuts work.

You can download the software update even if you don't have a wireless mouse. Go to the apple site then "downloads" and look along the left columns for "top apple downloads" which should open a list. As of tonight, look for #11 Apple wireless mouse download. Download that and it should fix your wireless keyboard and the function keys. As mentioned in my earlier response, be sure under System Preferences and Keyboard icon that the "Use all F1, F2, etc. keys...." box is unchecked.
The above should take care of the problem even though you do not have a wireless mouse.

Wireless Keyboard Function Keys Not Working

I recently bought a wireless keyboard and am using it with an iMac running 10.5.8.
The function keys don't work, for example F12 brings up Dashboard instead of increasing the volume, F8 brings up Spaces etc.
I've unticked "Use all F1, F2 etc. keys as standard function keys" and have tried installing the Mighty Mouse update and Wirless Keyboard update 2.0 to no avail.
Any help in fixing the issue would be greatly appreciated.

Hi,
I have the exact same issue: I'm running OSX 10.5.8 and the "Apple Wireless Keyboard Update 2.0" does not resolve my problem with the "fn" key. The "fn" key simply does not work. For example I cannot adjust volume regardless of whether or not this key is pressed. Also, I cannot perform a "del" action, which is normally "fn" + "delete" keys combined. The "delete" key only performs backspace action, whether or not my "fn" key is pressed.
I have tried removing the keyboard from the bluetooth devices and adding it again to no avail. I also tried deleting the com.apple.Bluetooth.plist in the preferences folder, rebooting, adding the keyboard, and finally installing the 2.0 update. Still no difference; the keyboard gets recognized properly, but the "fn" key does not work.
This is driving me nuts, any help would be appreciated.
Thanks.
Sandro

Special Functions keys not working on Satellite C50 - Windows 8.1

Hello,
Please could someone help me out.
I have a Toshiba Satellite C50-A0393 that I got a few months ago with Windows 8.1 already installed (64 bit). Today I got a message saying I needed to look at the PC Health, a Toshiba blue message concerning the access agreement, and I noticed that there were three upgrades that needed to be done, the only one I can remember being the Toshiba Video Player. I think that another one had to do with the charger light?
I don't know.
But once I restarted my laptop after the updates I noticed that the special function keys were not working (i.e. the volume, mute, pause and play, etc.). i then went onto the Toshiba Desktop Assist and into system settings and selected the keyboard tab. I then made sure the setting for special function mode was selected.
Now, when that setting is in place, certain keys work but for F3, F5, F6, etc and when I want to use the special functions only the volume up and down work when pressing 'Fn', but special function mode is still selected? Only those two work, not the mute or flightmode or bluetooth, which was working normally before the upgrades.
I have googled but cannot find anything specific to 8.1, or not relating to upgrading to 8.1. I cannot find the flashcard utility and do not want to try something where I do not know what I am doing. How can I get these special function keys working again normally? Sorry for the long message but I wanted to give as much info as possible.
Many thanks,
Melanie

Hi
It sounds strange to me that a Toshiba update (Toshiba Video Player, etc) would affect the function key functionality.
Nevertheless the function key (F1-F10) can be used in combination with or without the FN button. This depends on the special function key mode.
In case you want to use the F1-F12 functions without the pressing FN button, the function key mode should be enabled (should be set to special function mode)
Here the full details how it works:
https://aps2.toshiba-tro.de/kb0/HTD2503B90001R01.htm
Now it these buttons would not work even if the FN button has been pressed, then there is some problem with the software.
First of all I would recommend you to set the BIOS to default because this function key mode can be changed in BIOS too.
After that, check if the key would work. If not, reinstall the
Toshiba Function Key Utility
And Toshiba System Driver
You can also check if the essential service has not been disabled.
Start the Task Manager and go to start up items. There you should enable all Toshiba apps and services and then restart.

MacBook ('08) function keys not working (volume, etc) XP SP3, Bootcamp 2.1

Similar Messages

Maybe you are looking for