I hadn't used the Tor browser previously and was experimenting with a way to bypass Paywalls. I had loaded the Tor browser and it was at the opening screen. The next morning there were a huge number of Tor windows open and the keyboard seemed like it had a stuck key and the mouse and touchpad were frozen. I had to force a shutdown with the power button. When I rebooted, I could not log into Windows 'cause the password field refilled as fast as I could delete the contents and my USB fingerprint reader wouldn't work. I tried a bluetooth keyboard but it wouldn't work/connect. I tried to enter the BIOS setup but I couldn't make any changes with an unresponsive keyboard.
I finally resolved the BIOS was corrupted or the keyboard had mysteriously failed. Later, I opened the case and disconnected both keyboard connectors and tried a boot. Same auto-repeating to the password field with the connectors undone.
Ultimately, even if the machine not repairable, I'd like to salvage some of the files on the SSD. Is there a recommended external housing that would accept the SSD? Is it even readable if I cant log into my Windows user profile on that drive? Lastly, is there any advice as to how to make the machine usable again? It has such a beautiful screen and served me so well - it would be such a wast to trash it....
BTW, as you can see this is my 1st post here. I've been to Tomsguide many times and have always been impressed with the content. Thanks, folks!
I finally resolved the BIOS was corrupted or the keyboard had mysteriously failed. Later, I opened the case and disconnected both keyboard connectors and tried a boot. Same auto-repeating to the password field with the connectors undone.
Ultimately, even if the machine not repairable, I'd like to salvage some of the files on the SSD. Is there a recommended external housing that would accept the SSD? Is it even readable if I cant log into my Windows user profile on that drive? Lastly, is there any advice as to how to make the machine usable again? It has such a beautiful screen and served me so well - it would be such a wast to trash it....
BTW, as you can see this is my 1st post here. I've been to Tomsguide many times and have always been impressed with the content. Thanks, folks!
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