Is it possible to permanently lock the NumLock key ON?

[LarryG276]

Is it possible to permanently lock the NumLock key ON? NumLock gets unpredictably "unlocked" with no notice. This is driving me nuts. It's bad enough the keyboard doesn't have a light that indiicates whether or not the NumLock is on.

[Riddle_Decipher]

@LarryG276 I have a few methods that may be useful in your situation, let me know which one works for you:

Method 1 – Registry Setting

1. Hold the Windows Key then press “R” to bring up the Run dialog box.
2. Type “regedit“, then press “Enter“.
3. Navigate to the following location in the registry:
   • HKEY_USERS
   • .Default
   • Control Panel
   • Keyboard
4. Change the value of InitialKeyboardIndicators
   • Set it to 0 to set NumLock OFF
   • Set it to 2 to set NumLock ON

Method 2 – PowerShell Script

Use the following PowerShell code:
 

Enable Num Lock:

• Set-ItemProperty -Path 'Registry::HKU\.DEFAULT\Control Panel\Keyboard' -Name "InitialKeyboardIndicators" -Value "2"

Disable Num Lock:

• Set-ItemProperty -Path 'Registry::HKU\.DEFAULT\Control Panel\Keyboard' -Name "InitialKeyboardIndicators" -Value "0"

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[LarryG276]

I tried both methods, but nothing changed.  Regedit shows 2 is already selected.

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Do you have any other suggestions?  Thanks!

[Riddle_Decipher]

@LarryG276 I'm afraid this may require advanced support, perhaps the smart friend services of HP could help you find a solution for this tweak,

I suggest you talk to HP support and discuss your options:

follow the below steps to get started:

1) Click on this link - www.hp.com/contacthp/

2) Click on "Continue as guest".

3) Enter the serial of your device.

4) Select the country from the drop-down.

5) Click on "Show Options".

Fill the web-form, to populate a case number and phone number for yourself!

Also, if you are having trouble navigating through the above options, it's most likely because the device is out of warranty, is yes? please send me a private message with the region you are contacting us from, 

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