Some keys don't work

I have an OLD apple extended keyboard and some keys (+, 6, 5, 4, up arrow, and right-hand Shift) don't function properly. I have been cleaning this keyboard with a vacuum and rubbing alcohol. not sure if maybe I damaged some internal components.

iMac Line (2012 and Later)

Posted on Jun 28, 2020 10:21 AM

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rkaufmann87

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Jun 28, 2020 11:28 AM in response to stevecmc87

Try another keyboard, if it works then you have your answer, the Apple keyboard has been damaged and must be replaced.

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