When using an external, USB keyboard with the HP Slate 2 Tablet, pressing F12 initiates the Pre-Execution Environment (PXE) as expected. However, until the PXE boot process completes, the tablet does not recognize additional USB keyboard input.
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SUPPORT COMMUNICATION- CUSTOMER ADVISORY
Document ID: c03372324
Version: 1
HP Notebook PC - No USB Keyboard Support on Slate 2 During PXE Boot
Notice:: The information in this document, including products and software versions, is current as of the release date.The document is subject to change without notice.
Release date : 13-Jun-2012
Last updated : 13-Jun-2012
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HP Slate 2 Tablet PC
This a known hardware limitation of the HP Slate 2 Tablet. USB keyboard input is not possible during the PXE boot process.
Hardware platforms affected :
HP Slate 2 Tablet PC
Operating systems affected : Microsoft Windows 7 Professional (32-bit) (deleted)
Software affected : Not applicable
Support Communication Cross Reference ID : IA03371124
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