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Toshiba Fn key issues

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 Manu -
Hello,

I have a Toshiba Satellite and for the last 2 days, I haven't been able to use the Fn key on my keyboard with the F6 and F7 keys (brightness adjustment). The other keys work with Fn

I don't know what steps to take to solve this problem.

Thank you in advance for your response
Configuration: Windows XP Internet Explorer 7.0

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  1. D3M0-M4N
     
    hello everyone

    I had the same issue with the fn key on the p300d

    go to: start > All programs > TOSHIBA > Utilities > Toshiba Flash Card Utility Settings
    check the box: disable all function keys, apply and ok
    then do the same by unchecking the box: disable all function keys, apply and ok

    that should work without installing any drivers :)
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    1. AK
       
      To avoid issues with FN key combinations, the following utilities and drivers must be installed in the following order:

      Chipset Utility
      Display Driver
      Toshiba Value Added Package

      You can find each of them at this link: https://fr.dynabook.com/support/drivers/
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    2. bonpapa
       
      It works, temporarily, but the only problem is that turning off the computer cancels this operation.
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    3. spaceraptor
       
      it doesn't work these manipulations
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    4. spaceraptor
       
      My FN key is not working and so my touchpad is not working either and I can't restore it.
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    5. youyou
       
      Thank you, it's working well.
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  2. viclavraie
     
    If you click on "restart flashcards" in Start >> All Programs >> Toshiba >> Utilities ... Then, the graphical menu for the function keys reappears as if by magic. And of course, everything works!!!
    Good luck figuring out the logic at Toshiba!!!
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    1. galoche
       
      Great, it's working!
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    2. ceciledi
       
      Awesome! I had the same problem and I can confirm that it works!!! Thank youuuuuuuuu!
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    3. Pete
       
      Yes, that works, thank you^^
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    4. jimkiller Posted messages 2177 Status Member 487
       
      Good evening, this solution is very effective, have a good evening...
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    5. Thaur
       
      Great! Thank you for your very effective help.
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  3. nynis
     
    Hello, I have a similar but VERY ANNOYING issue!

    I also have a TOSHIBA with VISTA!

    The FN key doesn't work anymore and I can no longer activate the wireless function (FN+F8) and therefore connect to the internet via WIFI!

    Do you have a solution?
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    1. tonio
       
      Hello,

      Have you solved your problem because I have the same one.
      Thank you
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    2. Floriane
       
      I currently have this issue; could you please tell me how you resolved it? Thank you.
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    3. jimkiller Posted messages 2177 Status Member 487
       
      ...have you tried the Viclavraie method above?
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    4. my
       
      Yes, I have this problem too, and I would like to know how I can do it.
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    5. Hip
       
      Shortcut:
      Name: WiFi ON-OFF (TBSWireless)
      Target: "C:\Program Files\Toshiba\TBS\TBSWireless.exe"
      or
      Target: "C:\Program Files\Toshiba\TBS\TBSMain.exe" /2 /2
      Start in: "C:\Program Files\Toshiba\TBS"
      Description: Wireless On/Off
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  4. yusukens Posted messages 16 Status Member 2
     
    Well, I just installed and tested most of the Toshiba utilities to solve my issue with the Fn key not working, or rather the Fn key works but we can't make Fn+F# combinations.

    Actually, you need to install
    HOTKEY UTILITY

    and don't forget to install the Common Module, which is important for its proper functioning.

    There you go, I'm happy now.
    Good luck with your issue.
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  6. Eddy18
     
    Hello everyone .... as for the FN key and the disabled bar or only working with 2 or 3 keys
    you need to go to the C drive, and under the brand of the PC you should go to the FlashCard file and activate TcrdMain ... good luck to everyone !!
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  7. yo
     
    You need to go grab the drivers from the official Toshiba site, those titled "flashcards..."

    I did it and it works since then,

    kisses!
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  8. habib
     
    I also have a problem with the FN key
    it only works with F1 and F2
    I went to the Toshiba site but there is no "common module"
    where can I find that?
    thank you
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  9. habib
     
    I listened to a piece of advice that suggested I update the BIOS

    This is a warning: do not download the BIOS update and never execute it on your machine because it will fry the BIOS and the motherboard, which happened to me

    Fortunately, Toshiba acknowledged the issue and replaced my motherboard for free

    I would like to know where to find ATK hotkey ????
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  10. Habib
     
    Especially don’t try to flash anything, you’ll ruin everything.
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  11. viclavraie
     
    Hello,
    Reinstalling the drivers is not useful. However, if you click on "restart flash cards" in Start >> All Programs >> Toshiba >> Utilities ... Then the graphical menu for the function keys magically reappears, and most importantly, the keys start working again!!!
    That's the logic at Toshiba.
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    1. nabil.daly Posted messages 2 Status Member
       
      Hi, I want to know how to restart flash drives on Windows 7
      Thanks in advance
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    2. algerien
       
      I’m good, thanks!
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    3. fv
       
      I did it, it works, but when I turn off the computer and restart it, it doesn't work anymore.
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    4. archer
       
      Thank you, that fixed the issue on a Toshiba R700. Still strange though.
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    5. Lou
       
      It's not working for me.
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  12. sarah
     
    Thank you for your response, but it still doesn't work. My Fn key works, but it's just with F6 and F7 that it doesn't work!!!
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    1. bruno46
       
      I’ve had a similar problem to yours. In my case, it was an issue with the motherboard of the computer. I recommend contacting the brand of your computer (Toshiba, then). I think they will ask you to send it to them...
      Good luck.
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    2. Cathy
       
      My Fn key isn't working anymore either, and on top of that, my Toshiba power management has disappeared!
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    3. manevy
       
      Same problem with the fn key, were you able to solve the issue? Thank you in advance if you can help me.
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      1. dph Posted messages 2209 Status Member 426 > manevy
         
        Hello,

        Check if there's anything stuck in it?

        You can, as I said, take it apart and see if it's being jammed by an object!

        dph

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      2. cathy > dph Posted messages 2209 Status Member
         
        I don't think it's a hardware problem but rather a software issue with the power management!

        You need to reinstall the installation CD!

        Well, that's what I was told! But the problem for me is that the installation CD was lost during the move! If anyone has a solution for me??

        Thank you!
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  13. yusukens Posted messages 16 Status Member 2
     
    Hello
    I just read the entire topic.
    I see that many people have the same problem as me, which is that the Fn key is no longer working.
    I just installed "common module" as per Julie's response, I now have the tablet mouse icon appearing in the taskbar but still no Fn key working.

    In my opinion, there must be another software to install, but I wouldn't want to test and install them one by one.
    (even if that's what I'm going to do).

    Good luck
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  14. jas62620
     

    Well, I read what you wrote and I uninstalled some software and discovered that if the Fn key is not working, you need to install ATK hotkey and everything started working again.

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  15. yusukens
     
    As I was saying, I installed HOTKEY UTILITY
    and it's working great now.

    To find the driver, since it's a Toshiba PC, you will find everything on the official Toshiba website.

    Good luck!
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  16. yusukens
     
    Here are all the drivers I installed for my Toshiba; if it doesn't work with these, I won't know why.

    - Common module
    - Display Driver
    - Cardbus Driver
    - Touch Pad Driver
    - Touch Pad OnOff Utility
    - Touch Pad Utility
    - Controls
    - Utilities
    - Assist
    - Hotkey Utility
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    1. POSITIVEGENERATION
       
      Hello
      could you tell me how you are going to download these software since I can't find it on the Toshiba website
      thank you
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    2. Couch-Potato
       
      Hi, does this driver only work with XP?

      I'm currently on Vista and I've tried to install the "hotkey utility" driver but it doesn't do anything.

      Is there an equivalent software for Vista?
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  17. yusukens
     
    site to download

    but first you need to provide your model:

    http://fr.computers.toshiba-europe.com/cgi-bin/ToshibaCSG/download_drivers_bios.jsp?service=FR
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  18. gerajos5O
     
    Hello everyone

    THE FN KEY DOES NOT WORK UNDER XP AFTER FLASHING THE MOTHERBOARD

    CONFIG TOSHIBA A200 PSE6 2BV

    Device Description PCI
    ATI Mobility Radeon HD 2400 [1002-94C9] [NoDB]

    Device Description
    Intel 3945ABG PRO/Wireless Network Adapter

    Device Description
    Intel 82801HBM I/O Controller Hub 8 (ICH8M)

    Device Description
    Intel 82801HBM ICH8M - High Definition Audio Controller

    PCI Device
    ATI Mobility Radeon HD 2400 [1002-94C9] [NoDB]

    Driver description
    Realtek RTL8101E Family PCI-E Fast Ethernet NIC (NDIS 6.0)
    Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection

    Driver Description
    Intel(R) ICH8M Ultra ATA Storage Controllers - 2850

    Driver Description
    Intel(R) 82801HEM/HBM SATA AHCI Controller

    HARD DRIVE Driver Description
    Hitachi HTS542525K9SA00

    Driver Description
    PC with x86 ACPI processor

    Chipset: Intel i855GM/PM Non (Intel Crestline GM965/PM965)

    good flash
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  20. Kurty One
     
    After reinstalling the operating system on my TOSHIBA L550, I couldn't get the FN+F8 (enable Wi-Fi - disable Wi-Fi) and FN+F9 (enable-disable touchpad) keys to work...
    I managed to get them working by installing these drivers:

    TOSHIBA Hotkey utility
    TOSHIBA value added package

    These drivers are available on the TOSHIBA website. Here is the site; you just need to fill it out: https://fr.dynabook.com/support/drivers/
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    1. Ismael
       
      Thank you for the information, but I filled it out and I still can't activate my Wi-Fi. Please, I request more information.
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  21. BisonPaul Posted messages 199 Status Member
     
    Return to Toshiba under warranty! ?
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