Macbook keys jamming

[sailow]

Yesterday something quite odd happened to my 10 month old macbook.

I was filling out a form, and the letter b just kept appearing all the time. Then more keys started not working.

I opened keyboard viewer today and saw that the b key is constantly pressed (though if i keep pressing the b key it eventually turns off) the J key also gets stuck when the b key is stuck, - and then more keys do not work. The h key is totally unresponsive.

I did not spill anything on my computer.

Is there any fix for this? Could it just be dirty keys? Or do I need to get a new keyboard for it?

 

[techound1]

Based on the location of the keys, it sounds like a short on the keyboard. A keyboard replacement is pretty easy on macbooks. Take a look at ifixit.com to see if it's something you want to tackle.

 

[ionlygreat]

wouldn't this be covered by warranty, since you've only had it 10 months?

 

[KoolStar]

If it is a hardware malfunction then yes it should be covered.

 

[iChrisG]

Try Going to the Apple Store too, if you have Applecare call the number to make an appointment.

Good luck!

-Chris