kindly solve my problem my backlight does not function

[Omodi1]

backlight doesnt fuction how can i fix it

[Hawks_Eye]

Hi @Omodi1 

Welcome to HP Support Community!

We noticed that this thread hasn't had any updates in a while since your original post; while this is rare, we didn't want this post to remain unanswered, so, here's the solution to your query. We hope it helps you and everyone viewing this post 😊

Got it — thanks for clarifying. Your keyboard backlight on Windows 11 isn’t working. This usually happens due to either disabled settings, missing drivers, or BIOS configuration. 

Let’s fix it step by step:

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Step 1: Check Backlight Shortcut Keys

On most HP laptops:

F5 or F4 toggles the keyboard backlight.

Sometimes you need to press Fn + F5.

Look for a key with a keyboard/illumination icon.

Try pressing it a few times (in a dark room to confirm).

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Step 2: Enable in HP Command Center / BIOS

Restart laptop → while booting, tap Esc → F10 (BIOS setup).

Under Advanced → Built-in Device Options, look for Keyboard Backlight Timeout.

Set it to Always On or adjust timeout.

Save & Exit.

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Step 3: Update Drivers

Open Device Manager → expand Keyboards and System Devices.

Right-click → Update driver.

Also install the latest HP Hotkey Support driver and BIOS update from HP Support:
HP Software & Drivers.

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Step 4: Windows Settings

Go to Settings → System → Power & Battery → Keyboard (if available).

On some models, there will be an option to enable/disable backlight.

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Step 5: Hardware Test

Run HP Diagnostics: restart → press Esc → F2 → run Component Test → Keyboard.

If it shows errors, the backlight circuit or keyboard itself may be faulty.

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Please mark this post as “Accepted Solution” if the issue is resolved, and if you feel this reply was helpful, click “Yes”.

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Hawks_Eye