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Old 03-04-2008   #8 (permalink)
David Shen [MSFT]


 
 

RE: Vista 64 thinks windows key is pressed

Hi 90bay,

Based on the description, the issue seems to be occurred unexpectedly.
Here are some suggestions which may be helpful.

Suggestion:
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Option A.

1. Open Registry Editor with "regedit"
2. Expand the following registry key:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Class\{4D36E96B-E325-11C
E-BFC1-08002BE10318}

Check whether there are any improper filter drivers besides UpperFilters.

Option B.

If the problematic keyboard is USB keyboard, connect it to the computer
directly without USB hub, or you may try PS2 keyboard if possible. If the
computer is a laptop, please use the built-in keyboard. Then check if the
issue reoccurs.

Option C.

1. Open the Start Menu.

2. Open Registry Editor with "regedit"

3. Click Continue for UAC prompt.

4. In Registry Editor, Expand the following registry key:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explor
er

5. In the right pane, right click on a empty area and click New and click
DWORD (32-bit) Value.

6. Type "NoWinKeys" and press Enter.

7. In the right pane, click "NoWinKeys" and click "Modify".

8. Type 1 and click OK.

Hope it helps. Thanks.

David Shen
Microsoft Online Partner Support

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