NUM LOCK Indicator Light Remains Off After Resuming From Standby

ID: Q188416

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Windows 98

SYMPTOMS

When your Windows 98-based computer resumes from standby mode, you may notice that the NUM LOCK indicator light on your keyboard may not light, although the NUM LOCK key may still work correctly.

CAUSE

This issue can occur if your computer's Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) does not respond correctly to Windows 98's instruction to relight the NUM LOCK key.

RESOLUTION

To work around this issue, press the NUM LOCK key twice. To resolve this issue, contact the manufacturer of your computer's motherboard to inquire about the availability of an updated BIOS that resolves this issue.

MORE INFORMATION

This issue only affects the functionality of the NUM LOCK key.

Additional query words: 98 95


Keywords          : kbui win98 
Version           : WINDOWS:
Platform          : WINDOWS 
Issue type        : kbprb

Last Reviewed: February 10, 1999