The Toshiba TouchPad is not working anymore. Solved/Closed

Question

Hello,

I'm reaching out because since yesterday, my touchpad isn't working anymore.
I have a Toshiba Satellite C870-12P.

The FN+F9 combination doesn't change anything. In the settings, it says that the Synaptic driver v7.2 is working correctly, that the hardware is OK, with no conflicts, etc. And the thing is, I didn't do anything special between the day before yesterday and yesterday when it suddenly stopped working...

So I'm using an external USB mouse, which thankfully works, but I'd like to use my touchpad! So help. I've checked the Synaptic website (www.synaptics.com/resources/drivers) and I'm currently downloading the latest driver, but I'm afraid of messing something up. So if anyone knows about this... thanks!

Fab.

Fab59 · Accepted Answer

I'm ashamed to say it, but it works again and the solution was so simple!

I looked in the manual, it was enough to press "F5" to unlock the touchpad. In my opinion, this is only for the Toshiba Satellite, but what's strange is that this simple button prevents you from using it, even when going into the computer's options, etc. etc.

Anyway, it works again, and for those who might have the same problem, first of all, consult the manual! lol

exla · Answer

Hello,

try to perform a system restore to a date prior to the problem.

For XP

http://www.ac-nancy-metz.fr/services/monxp/restauration_syst%C3%A8me_xp.htm

https://support.microsoft.com/instantanswers/62ed802d-7c8d-35d9-9b82-6cace4b08185

For Vista

http://www.libellules.ch/restauration_system_vista.php

Windows 7

http://www.chantal11.com/2010/05/restauration-systeme-a-une-date-anterieure-windows-7-8-10/

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Best regards, exla

Fab59 · Answer

ps: I have Windows 7, Home Edition... version 6.1, service pack 1.

It is also worth noting that I completely restored my computer to the date of October 30 (the last update of the computer), but it didn't change anything, the touchpad still doesn't work.

Fab59 · Answer

After restoring the system to the date of October 27; when the touchpad was working perfectly... well, it's still not working!  Help please!

Amandine · Answer

YOU JUST SAVED ME!!!! I was exactly having the same problem!!!! I was on the verge of formatting my computer...!!!
T_T"
It's so silly too. But personally, I hadn't thought that we could completely disable the TouchPad. In any case, thank you so much!! :D
Good luck!

laurentchal · Answer

I encountered the same problem that was resolved just as simply. The solution was really simple; one just had to know it. Thank you.

W8-W7-KALI(Linux)-MACOSX · Answer

For those who had a Windows 8 PC and downgraded their PC to Seven, the manipulation is "FN+F5".

D&G!B · Answer

Hello, I have the same problem. It was working 2 minutes ago and suddenly it stopped working, and on top of that, my keyboard isn't working anymore so I can't do FN+F5. I'm using a USB keyboard. Can you please help me?

THANK YOU :)

Cyprien · Answer

For the Toshiba C50 DDE with Windows 8, you also have to press F5; it happened to me, I freaked out! LOL

Stephn5097 · Answer

Finally a solution to my problem....... thank you, it saved me!

loulou42 · Answer

I tried pressing F5, but since the cursor still didn't appear, I first had to press CAPS LOCK and then F5.
And there... miracle, because I struggled for a long time before seeing that cursed cursor reappear.
However, if you look closely, the F5 key does have 2 icons showing touchpad active and touchpad inactive.
Shame on me!!! But what is the use of this function????
Thanks again to everyone.

mecon · Answer

I’ve tried all the tips but it still doesn’t work! I’m also on a Toshiba W8! HELP!!

Samy · Answer

Thank you very much.

Didine · Answer

Hello, I also have a problem with my Toshiba computer but I don't know which one! My mouse has been stuck for two days and I tried everything you said and nothing... Knowing that when my touchpad is locked, my USB port doesn’t work either... Does anyone know what to do?

Seoi · Answer

To activate the touchpad on a Toshiba P50 when the pad is locked or the LED does not turn it off, you need to uninstall the driver in the device manager without deleting local drivers.

Restart - wait for detection - restart

Once done, press FN plus F5.

It’s a lengthy solution, but it's the only one I found.

There's also an option to uncheck due to mouse recognition in the pad software. This way, even if you have a USB mouse, the pad won't be disabled. This is often the cause.

There you go, it's done!

TEMP env: 15 min

Mauritos · Answer

Hello, Fn + F7 for ACER.

moumagic · Answer

To activate the touchpad, you need to access the PC's BIOS and locate a touchpad or trackpad area if it exists and set it to Basic.

The Toshiba TouchPad is not working anymore.

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