mouse and keyboard problems

[R1C0CH3T]

when i first start up my computer, i can use the keyboard to choose which options i want, so i know that it works. the mouse is also lit up, but after i get past the windows welcome screen, the mouse dies and the keyboard still has the numlock light on, but none of the buttons work. i just fixed the windows/system32 error that i had for a week, and now the computer is working cept for the mouse and keyboard, so i cant really do anything. any1 know wat to do? please help!!!

 

[NemesiS_1122]

is it a wireless keyboard and mouse. if so, is the software deleted that allows you to use it?

 

[R1C0CH3T]

its all wired keyboard and mouse. how do u reinstall the software, its a dell dimension 9100, i dont thiink i have the drivers for the mouse or keyboard, they usually install the drivers automatically when u insert them into the usb. now that i look at all the usb ports, none of them seem to be working , and the ethernet port isnt flashing a green light like it usually does. wat does all this mean?

 

[NemesiS_1122]

u should just be able to plug in wired keyboards/mice and they work right away. maybe the usb ports are turned off, its happened to me before but i dont remember how to turn em back on...sry. if i figure it out i'll let u kno

 

[Jamxx]

Do you have a PS/2 keyboard or mouse laying around? If you do, plug those up and see what the problem is with your USB ports in the Device Manager. Something may be askew.

 

[R1C0CH3T]

there isnt any ps2 ports in the back of the computer. i guess its too COOL for ps2 ports or something. I can't access anything on the computer after i logon, so i cant check the device manager or anything.