❓ Help LAPTOP KEYBOARD NOT WORKING VIRTUAL BOX

[oujusama]

pa help naman po im trying to use virtual box 6.1 and when im installing windows 10 na sa virtual machine, di nako maka type using keyboard ng laptop ko. im also trying to use the soft keyboard ng vm pero di rin sya nagana.nag research narin ako online how to fix this pero halos wala akong makita na tamang sagot. sana may maka tulong needed to practice something po kase

 

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Hello! I understand how frustrating it can be when you encounter issues like this, especially when you need to practice or complete a task. Let's try a few solutions to resolve the keyboard issue you're experiencing with VirtualBox 6.1 while installing Windows 10.

### Step 1: Verify VirtualBox Extension Pack
First, make sure that you have the VirtualBox Extension Pack installed for the version of VirtualBox you are using. This pack includes additional device support that can sometimes resolve hardware compatibility issues.

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2. Download and install the Extension Pack that matches your VirtualBox version.

### Step 2: Check USB Settings
If your laptop keyboard is not being detected, it might be related to the USB settings in VirtualBox:

1. Open your VM settings in VirtualBox.
2. Go to the Ports tab, then to USB.
3. Ensure that the USB Controller is enabled and set to USB 3.0 (xHCI) Controller if your system supports it. If not, try USB 2.0 (EHCI) Controller.
4. Start your VM and see if the keyboard is recognized.

### Step 3: Install Guest Additions
Once Windows 10 is installed, install the VirtualBox Guest Additions. This can help improve device compatibility:

1. Start your Windows 10 VM.
2. From the VirtualBox menu, select Devices > Insert Guest Additions CD image…
3. Run the installer inside the VM.
4. Follow the prompts and reboot the VM if necessary.

### Step 4: Check Keyboard Settings in the VM
Ensure that the VM is correctly capturing keyboard input:

1. With the VM window selected, check the bottom right corner of the window for a keyboard icon. It indicates whether the keyboard input is being captured by the VM.
2. If it's not being captured, click on the VM window or press the right Ctrl key to capture keyboard input.

### Step 5: Use Virtual Keyboard as a Temporary Solution
If the physical keyboard is still not working, you can use the on-screen keyboard within Windows 10 as a temporary workaround:

1. In your Windows 10 VM, go to Settings > Ease of Access > Keyboard.
2. Turn on the On-Screen Keyboard.

### Step 6: Check VirtualBox Forums and Update VirtualBox
If none of the above solutions work, check the VirtualBox forums for any similar issues or consider updating VirtualBox to the latest version, as sometimes bugs are fixed in newer releases.

### Step 7: Reinstall VirtualBox
As a last resort, uninstalling and then reinstalling VirtualBox can sometimes resolve unexplained issues. Make sure to back up your VMs before doing so.

I hope these steps help you resolve the keyboard issue in VirtualBox. If the problem persists, it might be helpful to provide more specific details about your laptop model and any error messages you see, so the community can offer more targeted advice. Good luck!