Satellite A300D-15B Brightness control (F6 & F7) don't work for startup

I have a Satellite A300D-15B. I can only adjust the brightness - using the F6 and F7 keys - during the first seconds of startup upward. When I hit Fn - F6 (or F7) after that, I get the popup function, but the cursor does not move.

It seems that the only time where I can change the brightness is during startup, which is frustrating.

I've seen other threads that relate to this same problem in Ubuntu or XP, but I'm running Vista (6.0.6001 - SP1). I recently flashed the BIOS with the latest updates (now at the V2.90), no effect.

Anyone have any idea?

TIA
Stuart

Hello!

In your case, I would try the Toshiba value added Package update. This package contains the Flash cards that offer the Hotkey function.

On the Toshiba driver download site, you can search for this update:
http://EU.computers.Toshiba-Europe.com-online decision-making supported Downloads & => Download drivers

Good bye

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