Keyboard Problem

[PowerHungry]

Here is a strange problem. Every so often, my keyboard will stop responding, none of the keys work. When I unplug it from the PS/2 port while the computer is running and plug it back in, it works again. The problem is intermittent.

I am running Windows 2000 Pro SP2. The keyboard is an older style AT keyboard (5 pin DIN) with and adapter to PS/2. Could this be the problem? Any help would be appreciated.

[Jammrock]

buy a new keyboard. you can get one for around $10...or up to $75, depending on what you want

Seriously...I would say it's either 1) the keyboard is going bad. If you plug it back in and it works, then it's probably not software related. 2) The AT-ATX adapter is pulling the connector lose. Thus the need to reseat it all the time. Either way...I still say you should just get a new keyboard.

Jammrock

[PowerHungry]

Thanks Jammrock, but it does it with other AT keyboards. Perhaps it is the adapter.

I just moved into my dorm, so I dont have a spare keyboard to try it. Also, this keyboard is the only one I have found that has a volume control in a good location that actually works on Win2k without any extra drivers loaded.

[Helevitia]

I have actually seen this problem at work. The problem was with HP Kayaks. It turned out that it was a bug and it was fixed through a software update. I know it doesn't solve your problem but atleast you know it could be anything.

Dave