How to Unlock Lenovo Keyboard if It’s not Working

Published by Nyau Wai Hoe - Updated on

Facing an issue with your Lenovo keyboard can be a real hassle, especially when you need to get some important work done. If your Lenovo keyboard is not working or turned off, you can try to unlock it. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover all the different solutions to fix Lenovo keyboard not working issues.

Lenovo Keyboard Not Working

The key combination to unlock the Lenovo keyboard

One of the most common solutions to fix Lenovo keyboard not working issues is to use the right key combination. The key combination to unlock your Lenovo keyboard is Fn + S + V or AltGr + S + V, depending on your model and the country in which it was manufactured. Here’s what you need to do:

Step 1: Turn off your laptop and disconnect it from power

Before you start, make sure your Lenovo laptop is turned off and unplugged from the power source. This will help reset the keyboard to its default settings.

Step 2: Hold down the key combination

The key combination you need to hold down depends on your Lenovo model. For most models, you need to press the Fn + S + V keys for a few seconds. On some other models, you need to press the AltGr + S + V keys instead. After you release the keys, move on to the next step.

How to Unlock Lenovo Keyboard

Step 3: Press the power button for 1-2 Minute

After you’ve released the keys, press the power button of your Lenovo laptop for 1-2 minute. This will give the keyboard enough time to reset to its default settings.

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Step 4: Reconnect your laptop to power and turn it on

Now that you’ve reset the keyboard, it’s time to reconnect your Lenovo laptop to power and turn it on. Once your laptop is on, try the keyboard to see if it’s working correctly.

Other solutions to fix Lenovo keyboard not working issues

If the key combination solution doesn’t work for you, don’t worry. There are other ways to fix Lenovo keyboard not working issues. Here are some of the most effective ones:

    Update your keyboard driver

    Outdated or corrupted keyboard driver can cause issues with your Lenovo keyboard. To fix this, you need to update your keyboard driver. Go to the Lenovo website and download the latest drivers for your laptop. Install them and restart your laptop.

    Alternatively, you can try to update the keyboard driver through the Device Manager in Windows 11 or Windows 10.

    1. Go to the Start menu.
    2. Search for and open “Device Manager“.Open Device Manager Windows 11
    3. Locate the Keyboard section.
    4. Right-click on the keyboard and select “Update device“.Update lenovo keyboard driver
    5. Next, select Search automatically for drivers.
    6. Follow the rest of the on-screen instruction to complete the update.
    7. Check if the keyboard is working.

    Uninstall and reinstall the keyboard driver

    If disabling and re-enabling the keyboard doesn’t work, you can try uninstalling and reinstalling the keyboard driver.

    1. Search for “Device Manager” via Start and open it.
    2. Locate the Keyboard section.
    3. Right-click on the keyboard and select “Uninstall device“.Uninstall lenovo keyboard driver
    4. Restart your Lenovo laptop.
    5. On next startup, Windows will automatically detect and install the keyboard driver.
    6. Verify if your Lenovo keyboard issue is fixed.

    Suggested read: How to Lock Keyboard in Windows 11

    Disable Filter keys

    Filter Keys is a Windows feature that makes your keyboard more user-friendly. However, it can also cause issues with your Lenovo keyboard. To fix this, you need to disable Filter Keys. In Windows 11, go to Settings > Accessibility > Keyboard, and turn off Filter keys.

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    Restart your laptop

    Sometimes, a simple restart can fix Lenovo keyboard not working issues. Turn off your laptop, wait for a few seconds, and then turn it back on. Try the keyboard again to see if it’s working correctly.

    Use an external keyboard

    If none of the above solutions work for you, try using an external keyboard. Connect an external keyboard to your Lenovo laptop and see if it works. If it does, the issue is with your internal keyboard and you may need to replace it.

    Check if the keyboard is connected properly

    If you are using an external keyboard and it suddenly stopped working, check if the keyboard is connected properly. This step is only applicable if you’re using an external keyboard.

    1. Disconnect the keyboard from your laptop.
    2. Restart your laptop.
    3. Reconnect the keyboard to your laptop.
    4. Check if the keyboard is working.

    Nyau Wai Hoe
    Nyau Wai Hoe is the Founder and Chief Editor of WindowsDigitals.com. With a degree in software engineering and over 12 years of experience in the tech support industry, Nyau has established himself as an expert in the field, with a primary focus on the Microsoft Windows operating system. As a tech enthusiast, he loves exploring new technologies and leveraging them to solve real-life problems.

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