NOTE: If a mouse or other pointing device is attached, remove it to see if the error symptom goes away. If the symptom goes away, the mouse or pointing device is defective.
NOTE: If a mouse or other pointing device is attached, remove it to see if the error symptom goes away. If the symptom goes away, the mouse or pointing device is defective.
- Power off the computer.
- Disconnect the keyboard cable from the system unit.
- Power-on the computer and check for the keyboard cable connector on the system unit for the voltages shown.
All voltages shown are (+/-) 5%.
| Pin | Voltage (Vdc) |
| 1 | +5.0 |
| 2 | Not used |
| 3 | Ground |
| 4 | +5.0 |
| 5 | +5.0 |
| 6 | Not used |

If the voltages are not correct, replace the system board.
If the voltages are correct, on keyboards with a detachable cable, replace the cable. If the problem remains or if the cable is permanently attached to the keyboard, replace the keyboard. If the problem remains, replace the system board.
System x:All operating systems listed
Older System x:Operating system independent / None
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