Keys that have FN functions on them not working as normal keys

[echeverria]

I have a Commodore Laptop (Argentina) and all the keys that have a FN function attached to them do not work as their normal function any more - this happened after lending the laptop to my kids....

I think it may be FN lock, but can-t find any way to unlock it.

Any ideas please.

Many thanks.

 

[gregrocker]

Check the Manual on the model's Support Downloads webpage for key combo to unlock: http://www.ehow.com/how_4968993_unlock-function-key-laptop.html

Try updating or reinstalling the hotkeys driver from the model's Support Downloads webpage. Driver Install - Device Manager

While there look also for any downloadable fixes for these key functions or related.

It may also be disabled in msconfig>Startup. You can google the listings there to see what they're for. Normally you only need your AV checked and the rest are freeloaders, but some models require hotkey software to be running at startup if it provides anciliiary functions like backlighting, function toggling, etc.

 

[magicdave26]

I've had the same problem before and as you describe it was indeed a key lock causing it, a search of the laptop model and issue revealed the key combo to disable the lock

 

[echeverria]

thanks a lot - I managed to find the key combination for the fn lock and that sorted the problem. Many thanks.

 

[magicdave26]

Maybe post what it was in case it happens again / for someone else - Im forever searching old threads for fixes I found years back and have forgotten the solution to since

 

[brunorr]

echeverria, I am also from Argentina and I am having the same problem with a Commodore. Can you please explain how did you solve it?
Thanks.