The latest in the saga of Dad's computer. His new printer, a Canon MP610 photo printer, and his wireless Microsoft Keyboard do not like each other.
What happens is, that if the printer is plugged in when you try to start up your computer, you get a message after awhile complaining about possibly not having the capslock correct. You cannot log in.
As it turns out, it's a power consumption problem. The newer printers steal MORE power through the USB port that the old ones did. The wireless keyboard does the same. Some of the newer computers have enough power. Some of the older printers don't require as much power. But if you hit the sweet spot in the middle, life is not so sweet.
Solutions come in two varieties. Unplug the printer and only plug it in ONCE the computer is up and running. The power conflict issue seems to be a startup issue only. Or, use a keyboard that does not need wireless connectivity. Use one that plugs directly into the computer through a cable.
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