Satellite U405 - Touching the illumination keys starts the notebook

When the computer switched off, if I touch any of the illumination/multimedia keys, the computer starts.
This is especially problematic because the computer starts even when I just close the lid (because the illuminaton keys are actuated by the lid itself).
Any sugestions? If not how to solve the problem, could you please tell me how to switch them off?

Hi
I think Akuma is right and your notebook should be checked from a notebook technician. Maybe the sensor board is faulty and must be replaced to solve this issue. Therefore you can contact the nearest authorized service provider that you can find on the Toshiba US page.
I assume your notebook is still under warranty, so the repair should be for free.
But just one question: Did you try a BIOS update?

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