Windows 10: Why did my keyboard and mouse suddenly power off?

Discus and support Why did my keyboard and mouse suddenly power off? in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Hello, My keyboard and my mouse suddenly stopped working but the mouse’s LEDs continued to light up. In Device Manager, the HID Keyboard Device is... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Carl Oscar, Feb 16, 2024.

  1. Why did my keyboard and mouse suddenly power off?


    Hello, My keyboard and my mouse suddenly stopped working but the mouse’s LEDs continued to light up. In Device Manager, the HID Keyboard Device is working properly. I connected the keyboard and mouse to a different device and there were no issues. Upon shutting down and turning the laptop having issues with the keyboard and mouse back on the keyboard and mouse power on then shut back off on the lock screen.

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    Carl Oscar, Feb 16, 2024
    #1

  2. Mouse, keyboard, and touch screen suddenly not working

    Hello,

    I realize the inconvenience you are facing in accessing the mouse, keyboard, touchscreen on your device. Do not worry we will help you with this issue.

    I would like to inform that this issue might have occurred due to outdated/ corrupted drivers on your device.

    Do let us know the following to assist you better with this issue:

    • What is the make and model of your device?
    • Have you made any hardware/ software changes to the operating system prior to this issue?
    • Are you able to access the device using external mouse and keyboard (Confirm to us)?
    • Are you able to boot the device to Safe mode with Networking?

    If you are able to access the desktop using external mouse and keyboard, try the below troubleshooting steps and check if it helps.

    Step 1: Update the keyboard drivers.

    • Press Windows key + X key when you are at desktop.
    • Select Device Manager.
    • Expand Keyboard.
    • Right click on the Keyboard driver and click on
      Update driver software.

    Step 2: Update the Touchpad drivers.

    • Press Windows key + X key when you are at desktop.
    • Select Device Manager.
    • Expand Mice and other pointing devices.
    • Right click on each of the drivers and click on Update driver software.

    Step 3: I suggest you to update the drivers for touch feature in Device Manager:

    Steps:

    • Right click on Windows key from the desktop and click on
      Device Manager.
    • Expand Human Interface Devices, right click on the
      Touch screen driver and select Update Driver Software.

    Hope it helps. Reply to the post with the required information and updated status of this issue for further assistance.

    Thank you.
     
    Deepika Gowda, Feb 16, 2024
    #2
  3. John Fer Win User
    Unresponsive Mouse and Keyboard in Windows 10

    Hi,

    One reason why your mouse and keyboard is not working is because of an outdated driver. We suggest that you update the mouse and keyboard driver by following the steps below:

    • Pres Windows+X key on your keyboard.
    • Select Device Manager.
    • Locate the mouse and keyboard drivers, right click, then click on Update.

    If you need further assistance, don't hesitate to reach out.
     
    John Fer, Feb 16, 2024
    #3
  4. Why did my keyboard and mouse suddenly power off?

    keyboard and mouse not working

    Hi Chrystal,

    For us to properly isolate the issue with your keyboard and mouse, we would like to know the following:

    • Were there any changes made on your computer prior to the issue (e.g., updates, software installation)?
    • Are you using a wired or wireless keyboard and mouse?
    • Have you tried using a different keyboard and mouse? If yes, how was it?
    • Have you tried using your keyboard and mouse to another computer? If yes, what is the result?
    • To make sure that we have not missed on anything, what troubleshooting steps have you done so far?

    As an initial troubleshooting, we suggest that you try updating your keyboard and mouse drivers to resolve the issue. You may also check and follow the troubleshooting steps in this
    article.

    We look forward to your response.
     
    Michael Gall, Feb 16, 2024
    #4
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