Gateway ZX2300, Reference Manual

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CHAPTER 5: Troubleshooting
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The mouse works erratically
•
Clean the mouse by wiping the bottom with a clean,
damp cloth. Make sure that the optical sensor is clean
and free of debris.
•
You may be using the mouse on a transparent, reflective,
metallic, or glossy surface. Your mouse uses optical
sensors that do not work correctly on these surfaces. Use
a mouse pad or a surface with a non-glossy texture, such
as fabric.
•
The mouse pad may have a printed or fabric pattern on
it that interferes with your mouse. Use a different mouse
pad.
Keyboard
The keyboard does not work
•
Make sure that the keyboard cable is plugged in
correctly.
•
Clean the keyboard by using an aerosol can of air with
a narrow, straw-like extension to remove dust and lint
trapped under the keys.
•
Try a keyboard that you know works to make sure that
the keyboard port works.
Liquid spilled in the keyboard
•
Turn off your computer and unplug the keyboard. Wipe
off the keyboard, blow the inside dry with a can of
compressed air, then turn the keyboard upside down to
drain any remaining liquid. Let the keyboard dry for
several hours before using it again. If the keyboard does
not work after it dries, you may need to replace it.