USB Keyboard problem

[Shooks]

So, I just got a new Saitek Eclipse keyboard and I am really liking it. The only problem is, when I start my computer I am able to get into the BIOS by pressing the delete key, but I am using Vista64 and in order to load some programs without signed drivers, I use the F8 option and select to disable driver signing management. With this new keyboard, I can't use F8 at the correct time, it's like the keyboard is alright at boot, then when it gets past the original post screen it doesn't register again until the Windows Logo comes up. I am using Vista 64 and the Mobo is an Abit IP-35 Pro.

Any people experiencing the same problem, and is there a solution? Right now I just have a PS/2 Keyboard plugged in just to press F8.

 

[Peter]

Sounds like you need to enable the "USB legacy" function in BIOS. That'll get your keyboard functioning in those bootloader scenarios.

 

[Shooks]

Hmm, I looked but didn't see that option anywhere. Maybe I need to look again.

 

[potato28]

It might also be labeled under "USB Keyboard".