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Volume keys on Windows keyboards can stop working due to hardware changes, driver issues, or system updates. Users have reported volume keys becoming inoperative after memory upgrades, Windows 8.1 updates, or for no clear reason. In some cases, volume keys may cause applications like games to minimize when pressed. Troubleshooting steps include updating drivers, checking keyboard settings, and using alternative volume controls. The tag covers user discussions about fixing non-responsive volume keys and related keyboard functionality problems on Windows systems.
  1. SABADstarboy

    USB, Ethernet Ports not working properly after a recent memory upgrade.

    HI. I upgraded my memory recently and Windows Boots up. But, volume keys on my keyboard are not working. There is no Network icon as it used to be at the bottom right. When I go to network settings this shows up... What to do? I have upgraded all my drivers but ALAS! I have troubleshooted but...
    • SABADstarboy
    • Thread
    • drivers ethernet keyboard network ports ram upgrade troubleshooting usb volume keys windows
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Hardware
  2. Hermitkrab

    Windows 10 Volume keys inoperative

    For a while now both volume keys plus the mute key have stopped working (ToshibaL55 series, W10 Home Anniversary). They had worked fine previously. I know the other ways to adjust volume, but I like the convenience of the keys. Any thoughts? Thanks.
    • Hermitkrab
    • Thread
    • anniversary audio issues hardware keyboard issues mute toshiba troubleshooting user support volume keys windows 10
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  3. C

    Windows 8 8.1 - Wireless and Volume button issues!!!

    I had WIN8 and was happy with it. Microsoft updated me <without my permission BTW> to 8.1. I have had nothing but problems since!!! My computer won't stay connected to my ROUTER <I have to keep logging off and then back on if I'm IDLE too long>. My wireless printer is NOW NOT recognized by my...
    • craftgirl
    • Thread
    • community connectivity driver update hardware issues idle disconnect keyboard microsoft network printer reboot router settings support tech help troubleshooting update issues user experience volume keys wifi issues windows 8.1
    • Replies: 16
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  4. K

    Windows 7 BSOD upon user log in

    Hi! So recently my mother told me she couldn't use her PC anymore so I checked and she gets the so called Black Screen of Death upon log in. It doesn't even work on safe mode. I tried restoring to the last known good configuration and it worked after trying the different restore points, but only...
    • Kaia
    • Thread
    • antivirus black screen bsod chrome computer issues configuration error malware norton operating system safe mode support system health system restore troubleshooting user help volume keys windows key
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  5. G

    Windows 7 World of Warcraft + Volume Keys = Automatic Downsize

    when playing World of Warcraft and i try to adjust my volume via the keyboard volume keys, my world of warcraft gaming application downsizes to the desktop. This is a huge problem for me as I'm adjusting the volume fairly frequently and would love to have my game stay maximized when i do so...
    • gum2000
    • Thread
    • adjustments application desktop gaming keyboard maximize problem volume keys windows issues world of warcraft
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Games
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