Windows Keys Do Not Function on Toshiba 8500 Desktop

Last reviewed: October 25, 1996
Article ID: Q119409

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Natural Keyboard with IntelliType software version 1.0

SYMPTOMS

Some function keys and Windows keys on the Microsoft Natural Keyboard do not work properly on Toshiba 8500 desktop machines.

CAUSE

A problem with the Toshiba keyboard BIOS causes these symptoms.

MORE INFORMATION

The Toshiba 8500 recognizes the keyboard during the Power-On Self Test (POST); however, it does not recognize some of the keys, including certain function keys and Windows keys.

For more information about the Toshiba keyboard BIOS, contact Toshiba Technical Support.

KBCategory: kbhw kbprb
KBSubcategory: mnk
Additional reference words: 1.00 Toshiba 8500 natural keyboard bios post

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Last reviewed: October 25, 1996
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