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Sometimes a new Windows 11 setup appears to be brand new, but it might still reuse older components or files.

Sometimes a new Windows 11 setup appears to be brand new, but it might still reuse older components or files.

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Mrnelson2003
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03-25-2021, 11:12 PM
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I encountered a problem with my Windows key not functioning properly on my new keyboard. After changing settings and reinstalling software, the issue persisted. Recently, I upgraded to a new SSD and installed Windows 11, hoping a fresh setup would resolve the issue. However, it seems that previous problems linked to the same license key still affect my new keyboard. Despite trying various registry options during installation, Windows continues to ignore my requests. I’m unsure how to restore the Windows key functionality on my new device. This is similar to another issue I have with a different computer where a prior keyboard affected the numpad across all devices.
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Mrnelson2003
03-25-2021, 11:12 PM #1

I encountered a problem with my Windows key not functioning properly on my new keyboard. After changing settings and reinstalling software, the issue persisted. Recently, I upgraded to a new SSD and installed Windows 11, hoping a fresh setup would resolve the issue. However, it seems that previous problems linked to the same license key still affect my new keyboard. Despite trying various registry options during installation, Windows continues to ignore my requests. I’m unsure how to restore the Windows key functionality on my new device. This is similar to another issue I have with a different computer where a prior keyboard affected the numpad across all devices.

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thibdu87
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03-27-2021, 05:54 PM
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These days devices come with adjustable firmware. Disabling a key in the app saves it to the hardware, so plugging it in will keep it disabled until you re-enable it through the software. For instance with the Corsair K95 I can set any key to function and store it on the chip itself. It also offers profiles for quick changes and includes a dedicated 'lock' button that blocks features like the Windows key. While the OS might sync your settings using your Microsoft login, you can try turning off sync to test.
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thibdu87
03-27-2021, 05:54 PM #2

These days devices come with adjustable firmware. Disabling a key in the app saves it to the hardware, so plugging it in will keep it disabled until you re-enable it through the software. For instance with the Corsair K95 I can set any key to function and store it on the chip itself. It also offers profiles for quick changes and includes a dedicated 'lock' button that blocks features like the Windows key. While the OS might sync your settings using your Microsoft login, you can try turning off sync to test.

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xBlqzex
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03-27-2021, 11:35 PM
#3
I checked that link and adjusted Windows settings to turn off windows sync. It’s hard to install again now—those hours spent fixing the Armory crate won’t help. I’m planning to rebuild my other computer this week to see if it resolves the keyboard problems. My old keyboard was an EVGA Z15, and now I have a ROG Azoth (no Windows key disable option). The other machine used Ducky One, which sometimes blocked the numpad; I returned that keyboard, but now the numpad doesn’t work on any setup, even with lock enabled. It seems these settings are being saved to the OS, probably in the registry, though I’m not sure where exactly. Windows linked them to my Windows License key or Microsoft account.
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xBlqzex
03-27-2021, 11:35 PM #3

I checked that link and adjusted Windows settings to turn off windows sync. It’s hard to install again now—those hours spent fixing the Armory crate won’t help. I’m planning to rebuild my other computer this week to see if it resolves the keyboard problems. My old keyboard was an EVGA Z15, and now I have a ROG Azoth (no Windows key disable option). The other machine used Ducky One, which sometimes blocked the numpad; I returned that keyboard, but now the numpad doesn’t work on any setup, even with lock enabled. It seems these settings are being saved to the OS, probably in the registry, though I’m not sure where exactly. Windows linked them to my Windows License key or Microsoft account.

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CobraBlizard
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03-30-2021, 01:28 AM
#4
I finally discovered a solution. Even though ROG Azoth had a disabled Windows key feature that didn’t respond, it displayed toggling behavior, but the key itself failed. I located a tutorial on modifying the registry. I followed steps to adjust the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE path under Control settings, added a scan map code with the provided values, saved and restarted, then removed the newly created scan map entry before restarting again. After that, using the fn + win key on my new keyboard, it functioned properly. I also tried another keyboard on this machine and the Windows key worked as expected. Why? I’m not sure, but it’s great that it now works.
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CobraBlizard
03-30-2021, 01:28 AM #4

I finally discovered a solution. Even though ROG Azoth had a disabled Windows key feature that didn’t respond, it displayed toggling behavior, but the key itself failed. I located a tutorial on modifying the registry. I followed steps to adjust the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE path under Control settings, added a scan map code with the provided values, saved and restarted, then removed the newly created scan map entry before restarting again. After that, using the fn + win key on my new keyboard, it functioned properly. I also tried another keyboard on this machine and the Windows key worked as expected. Why? I’m not sure, but it’s great that it now works.