Setup Detects Incorrect Keyboard

Last reviewed: November 21, 1994
Article ID: Q69099

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Windows operating system version 3.0, 3.0a, 3.1, 3.11

SYMPTOMS

When you run the Microsoft Windows Setup program on an IBM PS/2 Model 70, Setup may detect the keyboard as an 84-key keyboard, even though it is a 101-key keyboard.

NOTE: This problem also affects the Wang PC 280, the NCR PC 925, and some Wyse 286 and 386 computers.

CAUSE

This is a problem with older IBM PS/2 Model 70 keyboard BIOS.

RESOLUTION

To resolve the problem, choose the 101-key keyboard as the keyboard type during Setup.

MORE INFORMATION

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KBCategory: kbsetup kbhw kb3rdparty
KBSubcategory: win30 win31
Additional reference words: 3.00 3.0 3.0a 3.00a function keys not working
excel PS2 3.1 3.10 3rdparty oem

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Last reviewed: November 21, 1994
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