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Old 08-21-2008, 04:33 PM   #1 (permalink)
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first of all a big hello to everyone(sorry i am introducing myself on thie page, the reason is that i couldn't log onto the introduction page(kept saying i was not able to post in that thread). The problem i am having is that i did a new install of windows xp, but when i want to get into the bios page(by pressing delete when it is booting up) it is asking me for password( i know my password) but when i am prompted to type the p/word in, the keyboard is not typing, i know the k/board works cos' i've had it on another pc, please help all your answers will be tried( i will be bald if i try to keep doing this ,cos i am pulling clumps out, LOL) any help will do,
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Old 08-21-2008, 04:40 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Hi Killy

Welcome to Free PC Help

You are obviously talking about a bios password, when did you set this?

Is it a USB or PS2 keyboard?

You can post in the Introductions forum now by the way as I was validating your account earlier when you tried.
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Old 08-21-2008, 04:46 PM   #3 (permalink)
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You're probably using a usb keyboard right? (small rectangular connector)

You will need to use a regular PS2 keyboard (small circular connector)

Ya, what Wolfey said. lol
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Old 08-21-2008, 04:49 PM   #4 (permalink)
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Hi

Your keyboard obviously should work to get into the BIOS in the first place. When you press Caps Lock does the light on the keyboard go on/off?

What happens when you type? Is this a PS2 or USB keyboard?
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As Seth has said USB keyboards are reknowned for this borrow/get a PS2 one and then it will work - A USB to PS2 adapter will not work.
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