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Question

iMac 2010 Keyboard preference

Aug 30, 2011 10:27PM PDT

The keyboard (wired) i<span>ts not working properly, keys are being touch but show different characters or multiple characters.

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Answer
try another usb keyboard
Aug 31, 2011 12:03AM PDT

to see if the problem is with the keyboard or the computer.

If the problem goes away with the second keyboard, then the first one is kaput.

Any warranty left on that mac?

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I will give that a try
Aug 31, 2011 12:15AM PDT

How about a shortcut command, could it be as simple as that?

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Doubtful, unless you configured it
Aug 31, 2011 4:22AM PDT

Did you?

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Yes last night
Aug 31, 2011 9:52PM PDT

Had a keyboard check at the local store and replace it on the spot

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Confusing answer but I guess you
Aug 31, 2011 9:56PM PDT

are back in business now