Use this information to solve keyboard, mouse, or USB-device problems.
The keyboard, mouse, or USB-device's symptoms and actions table with one level of row and column headers.
Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved.
If an action step is preceded by (Trained technician only), that step must be performed only by a trained technician.
Go to the IBM support website at the IBM support portal to check for technical information, hints, tips, and new device drivers or to submit a request for information.
Symptom
Action
All or some keys on the keyboard do not work.
Make sure that:
The keyboard cable is securely connected.
The server and the monitor are turned on.
If you are using a USB keyboard, run the Setup utility and enable keyboardless operation.
If you are using a USB keyboard and it is connected to a USB hub, disconnect the keyboard from the hub and connect it directly to the server.
Replace the keyboard.
The mouse or USB-device does not work.
Make sure that:
The mouse or USB device cable is securely connected to the server.
The mouse or USB device drivers are installed correctly.
The server and the monitor are turned on.
The mouse option is enabled in the Setup utility.
If you are using a USB mouse or USB device and it is connected to a USB hub, disconnect the mouse or USB device from the hub and connect it directly to the server.