Keyboard faults mostly occur when either fluid is spilt on it or
keys become detached. A keyboard is generally a low tech device with no electronics
just membrane switches. The problem is that if any fluid leaks between the membrane
then electrical contact cannot be made and a key or keys fail. Unfortunately, even
if you succeed in drying out the keyboard the electrical contacts will be 'dirty'
and certain keys will not operate properly. The only reliable way to fix this fault
is to change the complete keyboard at between £25 - £130 depending on make.
If just one key has fallen off it may be possible to relocate it properly,
however, there is a plastic bridge on many keyboards that breaks meaning that a new
keyboard will be required.
If your keyboard will not work at all then it may be that the connecting cable
has detached from the motherboard or there is a fault on the motherboard rendering
the keyboard inactive, we should be able to fix either fault.
Please contact us via the enquiry form or telephone for advice.