Satellite L550-207 some function keys not working

Hi,
I've read a lot about this problem, but got no solution for mine: all funtion keys except F8 (wireless) and F9 (enable/disable touchpad) work fine.
Already insalled VAP - reboot - and Flash Card Support Utility, does not seem to help.
I am using Win7 -64bit (with latest updates), newest bios, firmware and newest version of all pre-installed toshiba products.
Any idea for help?

Hey,
FN+F8 disable or enables WLAN card and FN+F9 controls the touchpad functionality. So if all other keys work, it sounds like you have forgotten to install WLAN and touchpad driver. Have you installed them?
All drivers and tools you can find on this page:
http://eu.computers.toshiba-europe.com/innovation/download_drivers_bios.jsp

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