Pc question: Connecting a usb keyboard?

Question

hi

My old keyboard (the one that came with my pc) recently broke and so i purchased a usb keyboard to plug into the power unit part of my pc. I plugged it into the unit and heard the lub-dub sound that comes when you add a peripheral device.

The keyboard however doesnt work and i wanted to ask anyone who knows how i might be able to make the keyboard operational. I run Windows Vista.

I typed this message using onscreen keyboard.....how frustrating.

No keys work when pressed, except for power and sleep. I don't understand why these work but no other.

Because it is a USB keyboard, i don't think there would be a driver to install (no disc came with the keyboard anyway).

Isn't it just plug and play?

Can anyone help?

Answer 1

it should connect ok usb usualy no problem , just a thought though have you got upnp enabled in windows components ?  

Answer 2

If the plug and play is activated then try using a different USB input to make your keyboard function.

Answer 3

First, try the device manager. You don't have to do anything in the BIOS. That other guy is wrong, that's a good way to s***w up your PC. If the device manager fails, return it for a new one.

Answer 4

ya ive got one it just plays,,,, you could on in control panel and add new hardware ,,hope that helps

Answer 5

I would take it back to the shop? MAYBE it's not vista compatible (but i'm not sure if keyboards need to be compatible)

Answer 6

Go to device manager > expand on 'Mice and other pointing devices' > right click on PS/2 > scan for hardware changes..this will re-locate where the k/board is plugged in

Answer 7

Try turning off your computer and then turn it back on with the keyboard plugged in. If this doesn't work, add some more details.  

Answer 8

Do you have it enabled in the BIOS?

Answer 9

must be a driver problem