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‎06-10-2017 09:02 PM

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Product: Pavilion dv6
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 (64-bit)
I spilled beer on my laptop and have done this before and it was fine until the last time. Now the keys are not typing correctly and sometimes one letter or number will stick. I was connected to WiFi then something must have hit a key and triggered the WiFi key and turned it off. I'm not able to turn it back on now. I have looked thru options in control panel and have had no luck. I'm going to order a new keyboard, but is there a way to turn on the WiFi in the mean time? My laptop is used for my work! Thanks!
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‎06-11-2017 12:50 PM - edited ‎06-14-2017 10:16 AM

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@Klooney88

 

Consider using the on-screen keyboard:

 

How to Use the On-Screen Keyboard on Windows 7, 8, and 10

 

 

Adapter Settings:

 

Control Panel > icon view > Network and Sharing Center (name may vary in W7) >

Change adapter settings > Right-Click on Wireless

 

To enter / change connection type / IP Address:

Properties > Internet Protocol Version 4 > Properties

 

 

If the setup is already in place, Right-Click and "Connect"

 

 

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Dragon-Fur

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‎06-13-2017 11:41 AM

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Thank you for taking the time. Unfortunately neither options worked. Right clicking to connect nor the onscreen keyboard (since the WiFi button isn't on that). I'll just have to be patient and wait for my new keyboard to arrive, hopefully by tomorrow.

Thanks again!
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‎06-13-2017 01:20 PM

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@Klooney88

 

It is true the on-screen keyboard does not have a wireless on / off key.

 

The intention is to have used the mouse to open the Control Panel and adapter and then use the on-screen keyboard to enter any necessary "typed in" content (mouse click each key) .   Rats.

 

HP Notebook PCs - Setting Up a New Connection to a Wireless Local Area Network (Windows 7)

 

 

I agree; the easier method is to await the installation of the keyboard that allows you to work in a more comfortable environment.  

 

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Dragon-Fur

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