How To Unlock Keyboard And Mouse

How to Unlock Keyboard and Mouse on iNet Computer: A Step-by-Step Guide

Is your Keyboard And Mouse not responding on your iNet Computer? Don’t worry—this common issue can be fixed easily. Whether your keyboard is locked, the mouse is frozen, or you're facing unresponsive input devices, this guide will help you troubleshoot and resolve the problem.

Why Does a Keyboard or Mouse Get Locked?

Before fixing the issue, it’s important to understand why it happens:

Accidental Keyboard Shortcuts – Pressing certain keys (like Windows + L or Fn + F Lock) can lock the keyboard.

Driver Issues – Outdated or corrupted drivers can cause input devices to stop working.

Physical Connection Problems – Loose USB or wireless receiver connections may lead to unresponsiveness.

Software Glitches – System errors or conflicting applications can freeze the keyboard and mouse.

Battery Issues (Wireless Devices) – Dead or low batteries can make wireless keyboards/mice unresponsive.

How to Unlock Keyboard and Mouse on iNet Computer

Follow these steps to unlock and restore functionality to your keyboard and mouse.

Check Physical Connections

For Wired Keyboard/Mouse:

Unplug the USB cable and reconnect it to a different USB port.

Try using another keyboard or mouse to check if the issue is with the device or the computer.

For Wireless Keyboard/Mouse:

Replace the batteries.

Reconnect the USB receiver or pair the device via Bluetooth again.

Press the reset button (if available) on the keyboard/mouse.

Restart Your iNet Computer

A simple restart can fix temporary software glitches:

Press Ctrl + Alt + Del (if the keyboard is partially working).

Select Restart from the power options.

Check if the keyboard and mouse work after reboot.

Use On-Screen Keyboard (If Keyboard is Locked)

If your keyboard isn’t working, use the On-Screen Keyboard to unlock it:

Press Windows + Ctrl + O (if available) to open the On-Screen Keyboard.

Alternatively, go to Settings > Ease of Access > Keyboard and enable On-Screen Keyboard.

Use the virtual keyboard to type and troubleshoot further.

Update or Reinstall Drivers

Outdated drivers can cause input devices to malfunction:

Open Device Manager:

Right-click the Start button and select Device Manager.

Alternatively, press Windows + X and choose Device Manager.

Locate Keyboard & Mouse Drivers:

Expand Keyboards and Mice and other pointing devices.

Right-click each device and select Update driver.

Reinstall Drivers (If Needed):

Right-click the device and choose Uninstall device.

Restart your PC—Windows will reinstall the drivers automatically.

Disable Filter Keys

Windows’ Filter Keys feature can sometimes lock the keyboard:

Press Windows + U to open Ease of Access.

Go to Keyboard and turn off Filter Keys.

Restart your computer and check if the issue is resolved.

Check for Malware or System Errors

Malware or system corruption can affect input devices:

Run a full system scan using Windows Defender or a trusted antivirus.

Use System File Checker (SFC) to repair corrupted files:

Open Command Prompt as Administrator.

Type sfc /scannow and press Enter.

Try Safe Mode

Booting in Safe Mode helps identify if third-party apps are causing the issue:

Restart your PC and press F8 (or Shift + Restart).

Select Safe Mode.

If the keyboard/mouse works in Safe Mode, a background app may be causing the problem.

Preventing Keyboard and Mouse Lock Issues

To avoid future problems:

✔ Keep drivers updated.

✔ Use a reliable antivirus.

✔ Avoid accidental key presses (like Fn Lock).

✔ Check battery levels for wireless devices regularly.

Final Thoughts

A locked keyboard or mouse on your iNet Computer can be frustrating, but most issues are easy to fix. By following these troubleshooting steps—checking connections, updating drivers, and disabling conflicting settings—you can quickly regain control of your input devices.