How to fix my Microsoft Surface Laptop 3, keyboard and trackpad.

Aaron Chea 0 Reputation points
2025-11-25T01:39:33.4133333+00:00

Hi, my Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 is now shutdown, and my charger is white light meaning its 100% work well. But, my laptop keyboard, trackpad, and i think my powerbutton is not working well. So, what should i do?

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  1. Haien-L 6,355 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
    2025-11-25T23:26:23.7533333+00:00

    Dear Aaron Chea

    Thanks for posting your question in the Microsoft Q&A Forum.  

    Based on your description (white charging light but unresponsive buttons), it sounds like your device has encountered a "Sleep State Hang." This is a situation where the system freezes while the screen is off, making the power button and keyboard appear non-functional. 

    • Could you share what is your Windows version? 
    • Have you test with another charger? 

    In the meantime, please consider trying my suggestions and let me know anything news from it:   

    • Disconnect all USB accessories and power cords > Press and hold the Power button down for 20 full seconds. (Do not let go even if the logo flashes) > Release, wait 10 seconds, and press the Power button once normally to start it. 
    • Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update > Check for updates 
    • Download from Microsoft Store (search "Surface Diagnostic Toolkit - Free download and install on Windows | Microsoft Store") > run it > follow prompts for hardware checks. 

    Please keep me updated with anything new that you are trying with each option.  

    If the answer is helpful, please click "Accept Answer" and kindly upvote it. If you have extra questions about this answer, please click "Comment".  

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