How to: Install or replace a keyboard.
Solution:
Save work, exit program, turn off computer. Unplug keyboard connector, insert new keyboard connector into socket, and turn computer on.
1) Save your work and exit any open program(s).
2) Turn off the computer.
3) Trace the keyboard cable to the back of the computer and carefully pull keyboard plug straight out.
4) Examine the new keyboard plug for an arrow or notch on the outer surface. This notch should line up at the top of the socket on back of the computer.
NOTE: If there is no notch, match the pin configuration on the plug with the pinhole pattern on the socket.
5) Match the plug to the socket and carefully insert it into the socket on the back of the computer.
NOTE: If the socket is a PS/2 style connector, make sure that the keyboard socket is used (not the mouse socket.)
PS/2 Style Keyboard and Mouse connectors
CAUTION: DO NOT force the plug into the socket. This could damage the pins on the plug or the socket.
6) (Optional) Turn keyboard over and look for an XT/AT switch. If one is present, set the switch to AT position.
7) If the keyboard contains DIP Switches, set them to desired options following the instructions in the owner's manual.
8) Turn on the computer.
9) Watch the POST.
NOTE 1: If keyboard is not properly switched or connected, the POST will generate a keyboard error.
NOTE 2: If a keyboard error appears, turn the computer off and reseat the keyboard plug and reset the keyboard toggle switch or DIP Switches (if applicable).
10) Turn on the computer and try again.
