no mouse or keyboard

jackg · Oct 8, 2024

Hello everyone I do hope yoiu can help me please. Just recently tried to update drivers, now I have no mouse or keyboard. Windows boots up but cannot check anything because no mouse etc. Have tried everything,I am beggining to wonder if pc is knackered. Thanks

Kees · Oct 8, 2024

@jackg
Please fill in the specifications of your Windows 11 system more precise than you have now.
As an example you can click on My Computer below this answer.

thecaretaker · Oct 8, 2024

What type of mouse and keyboard do you have? Bluetooth, USB, Bolt, Wireless or plug in type (remember them). Windows should detect which type you have and install the correct driver/s.

Kees · Oct 8, 2024

And more questions:
Did this happen after installing a new device or even a new computer?
Has it been so from the beginning or did it function correctly before.
If it has been functioning like it should, what has been changed in your sysem? A driver, a software update?

glasskuter · Oct 8, 2024

It sounds like you've lost bluetooth. For sure you should be able to connect a standard usb corded mouse and keyboard and get functionality back and more than likely a standard wireless would probably work as well. If they won't work connected to the back, try the front connectors. .If you don't have one to try, maybe borrow one. I don't know what they cost where you live but a cheap bundle including both as corded is about $15 in the US. Also, many Dell PC still have the really old ps2 connections that can be used in emergencies. It's not as easy to find those.

kelper · Oct 8, 2024

If you can get a keyboard to work, but still have no mouse or touchpad

you might be able to navigate the screen with TAB and SHIFT-TAB. You can also use keyboard shortcuts. WIN+X for example and then use the cursor keys. If you need to enter a password or PIV it's possible but slow as you will have to navigate to Accessibility and select on-screen keyboard.

I'll just log out and verify that it is possible

If you see menu items with one letter underlined, that is a shortcut. In some programs you will need to hold down ALT before pressing these keys.

Press Win+X and then cursor down to Device Manager or press 'm'. Then press TAB to put the focus on all the devices. See if any mouse or keyboard is listed, perhaps with an exclamation mark next to it. Move up and down with the up and down cursor keys and open/close sub-headings with cursor-right and cursor left.

If you can photograph with a mobile phone post a screenshot here.

jackg · Oct 8, 2024

thanks guys for answerin, have tried wire keyboard and mouse but no joy, my present system is wireless over bluetooth. I was trying to update drivers when it happened. Hace used alternative wired keyboard and mouse but nothing, and cannot upate because of no input at all. I am beggining to think this is a hardware issue? everything was working fine before.

jackg · Oct 8, 2024

tab does not work it is fully unresponsive

jackg · Oct 8, 2024

manage to get it into safe mode bu the same problem

kelper · Oct 8, 2024

If only you had a backup on a bootable USB device or had an alternate OS in the boot menu.

Do you have access to a second computer or are you using a phone to post?

kelper · Oct 8, 2024

Do not lose heart. We will guide you to a repair install if you have a USB device and access to another computer.

jackg · Oct 8, 2024

yes I have another pc at the side

kelper · Oct 8, 2024

And do you have a USB thumb drive or a USB hard drive (HDD or SSD)? sized 8GB or more?

FreeBooter · Oct 8, 2024

In this video, i will show you how to uninstall offline windows operating system drivers with Dism command.

mickey52 · Oct 8, 2024

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I'm sorry to hear about the trouble they're having! It sounds frustrating to be stuck without a mouse or keyboard. Here are a few steps they can try to troubleshoot the issue:

Boot in Safe Mode: Press and hold the Shift key while restarting the PC. After it restarts, select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup Settings > Restart. Then, choose Safe Mode. This can help if the issue is caused by a driver or software conflict.
Uninstall and Reinstall Drivers: Press Windows key + X and select Device Manager. Expand the Mice and Keyboards section, right-click on each device, and select Uninstall device. Restart the computer, and Windows should automatically reinstall the drivers.
Check Connections: Ensure that the mouse and keyboard are properly connected. If they're wireless, try reconnecting the USB receivers or replacing the batteries.
Run the Keyboard Troubleshooter: Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters and run the keyboard troubleshooter.
Remove Recent Updates: If the issue started after a recent update, they can try removing the update. Go to Settings > Update & Security > View update history > Uninstall updates and remove the most recent update.

If these steps don't resolve the issue, it might be worth reaching out to Microsoft support for further assistance. Do you think these steps will help them get back on track?

mickey52 · Oct 8, 2024

looks like option 2 is one good option could be the best, let windows fit itself.

dacrone · Oct 8, 2024

jackg said:
manage to get it into safe mode bu the same problem

if you get into safe mode and a wired keyboard doesnt work, it sounds more like a hardware (the actual usb ports) issue

kelper · Oct 8, 2024

FreeBooter said:
In this video, i will show you how to uninstall offline windows operating system drivers with Dism command.

How can he do that with no working mouse or keyboard?

kelper · Oct 8, 2024

Another possibility is to try and boot into recovery by powering off the computer. Restarting it and as soon as you see a screen, press F11.
It works on most computers. From recovery you have several repair options.

kelper · Oct 8, 2024

mickey52 said:
looks like option 2 is one good option could be the best, let windows fit itself.

but he has no working mouse or keyboard! Please read the first post.

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