Keyboard/Auxiliary Input Device Checkout (2625)



Keyboard/Auxiliary Input Device Checkout

Disconnect the external keyboard and mouse, then try the internal keyboard. If the internal keyboard works correctly, replace the external keyboard or mouse.

If the internal keyboard does not work correctly or an unexpected character appears, make sure that the three flexible cables extending from the keyboard are correctly seated in the connectors on the keyboard card.

If the keyboard cables are seated correctly, run the Keyboard Test using the IBM ThinkPad 365 Advanced Diagnostics Diskette.
  To use the IBM ThinkPad 365 Advanced Diagnostics Diskette, you must have at least 500KB of free memory. Be sure to read the README.PO file on the IBM ThinkPad 365 Advanced Diagnostics Diskette before using the following instructions.
  1.  Power-off the computer.
  2.  Insert the IBM ThinkPad 365 Advanced Diagnostics Diskette into drive A.
  3.  Power-on the computer.
  4.  Follow the instructions on the screen and proceed to the  Main Menu. Allow two to four minutes for the diagnostic programs to load.
  5.  At the Main Menu, select Diagnostics.
  6.  At the Diagnostics Menu, select Module Tests.
  7.  At the Module Tests Menu, select Keyboard.
  8.  Press Enter to run the keyboard tests.
  9.  Do not press any key until prompted, then follow the instructions  on the screen.
  10.  When the tests are completed, press Esc twice to return  to the main menu.
  11.  Select Exit.


If the tests detect a keyboard problem, do the following one at a time to correct the problem. Do not replace a non-defective FRU.


The following auxiliary input devices are supported for this computer.


If any of the above devices do not work, reseat the cable connector and repeat the failing operation. If the problem does not occur again, recheck the connector. If the problem remains, replace the device, and then the system board.


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