Inspiron E1505: Left-click button not working

Question

I have had my Inspiron for a little over a year and this problem just recently appeared. The left click button (below the touchpad) does not work unless I press it extremely hard while at the same time wiggling my finger. The right button and touchpad work fine. How do I correct this issue? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

ejn63 · Answer

The touchpad/buttons are part of the palmrest assembly; you will need to replace that. http://www.impactcomputers.com/hf909.html or Dell Spare Parts 1-800-449-3355 ext 7269937

martinr123 · Answer

thanks for the reply. there's nothing I can do/check to see if there's a simple fix? (ie a loose connection, etc). how difficult is it to replace the palm rest? Is it normal to have to do this after only owning the laptop for a little over a year? I use it often but not to the point that I would expect it to be worn down and not functioning....

ejn63 · Answer

You can remove the palmrest to check the button operation.

http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins6400/en/sm/palmrest.htm#wp1000139

Since it's the left button that doesn't work, and since that is the one used the most, it is likely it was either used with a heavy hand or used quite a bit - like the buttons on a mouse, they will eventually wear out.

Locked Topics – Laptops General

Inspiron E1505: Left-click button not working

Was this post helpful?