14, 2007 7:15 AM
To: jaws-users-list@googlegroups.com
Subject: [JAWS-Users] Re: Jaws and external numpads
I have the same problem with the number pad I purchased for use with
this ThinkPad using XP Pro using Jaws versions 5 through 7. I think it
may be something to do with the codes the number
Jason
- Original Message -
From: Victor Gouveia
To: jaws-users-list@googlegroups.com
Sent: Sunday, January 14, 2007 12:44 AM
Subject: [JAWS-Users] Re: Jaws and external numpads
Hi Jason,
Try finding out if the num pad has a num lock key.
I have the same thing, an external
Subject: [JAWS-Users] Re: Jaws and external numpads
Hi Victor,
making sure the numlock was off, was the first thing I tried. However, your suggestion
to reboot with the numpad plugged in, seem to do the trick. I am now able to use the
cursor keys and the Jaws key okay now. However, I notice that I
Hi Jason,
what I think happened with the num pad is that when you plug it in, your
computer conflicts with the function key ability to create a num pad on the
laptop's keyboard.
This, I believe, is a common thing with all laptops, except the ones that have
a full sized keyboard.
Having said
Hi Jason,
Try finding out if the num pad has a num lock key.
I have the same thing, an external num pad via USB port, and I get the same
thing.
In fact, if I didn't know any better, I'd swear that you were using a Toshiba
laptop as well.
Anyway, first and foremost, I would make sure that you
