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Keyboard Issue

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  • 16-10-2012 8:42am
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    ziggy
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    Skill Magill
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    Plug an external keyboard into usb slot, and disconnect the on board keyboard (physically). Looks like the motherboard is damaged unfortunately


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    Skill Magill
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    You've nothing to lose by opening it up and letting it dry out properly for a day, its a fingers crossed and hope for the best situation.
    Have a look at this http://didntyouhear.com/you-can-fix-a-wet-computer/


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    Bruthal
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    I would put it in a hot press for a couple of days. Remove the battery and leave it there for a few days if possible. With the keyboard removed will help.

    Judging by the double keys you are getting, drying it out has a fair chance of working.

    Using a hair dryer on it is another option if you can open the case up, but the hot press will dry it out completely if left in it long enough.


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    Bruthal
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    ziggy wrote: »
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    Post up how you get on. Others might benefit from what you do if it works.


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    Bruthal
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    Its likely the drying out sorted keyboard. Bad solder joints are more likely to cause some keys not to work.

    I dropped my phone into the edge of a lake while doing a bit of fishing yesterday as it happens:D

    Removed battery quickly which is the important part, got home, open case, and hair dryer. Sorted.


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