Solved: pavilion dv5 touchpad problems - HP Support Community

Tashfin · ‎05-20-2015

hello all, i have been using windows 8(64 bit) and everything worked perfectly. i recently downgraded to windows 7(32bit) then i downloaded all the hp drivers for 32 bit. everything seems to work fine but my touchpad is not responding at all. i have downloaded the driver (synaptic) for 32 bit but its still not working.

help me out guys...

KNRK · ‎05-20-2015

Dear Customer,

Welcome and Thank you for posting your query on HP Support Forum

It looks like you are facing difficulties to resolve Touchpad Issues with your Notebook

We will surely assist you with this

Steps to drain the Static charge and loading default BIOS settings to resolve the issue

Step 01. Turn OFF the Notebook

Step 02. Un-plug the Power/AC Adapter and also remove the Battery too

Step 03. Press and Hold the Power Button of the Notebook for a full minute

Step 04. Now let's re-insert the battery back in and plug back the Power/AC Adapter

Step 05. Start the Notebook and keep tapping F10 Key during the startup to access the BIOS

Step 06. Once you get to the BIOS, Please press F5 or F9 Key to load setup defaults for the BIOS

Step 07. Now let's press Esc/Escape Key. Save Changes and Exit - Yes

Step 08. Now please wait till the Unit loads the Windows Operating system

Now please download and re-install the touchpad drivers for your Notebook from the HP Support Site

Please Click this Link to find more troubleshooting steps to resolve this issue

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KNRK · ‎05-20-2015