Ubuntu on Thinkpad T43 laptop - Numlock stuck 'on'

A few months ago, I found a common bug that is shared amongst all ubuntu users on thinkpad laptops. The numlock function stays 'on' and cannot be turned off via keyboard command. So, here is the fix:

Step 1:
# run the gconf-editor from a terminal window
onizo# gconf-editor

Step 2:
# in the Configuration Editor window
go to Edit -> Find and enter "numlock" in the search field. be sure to enable "Search also in key names"

Step 3:
# use the checkboxes to enable/disable features
Turn off "remember_numlock_state"
Turn off numlock "numlock_on"

That's it. no reboot required.

Comments

[Truefire]

Nice! I never knew there was a search function in gconf-editor. It worked for my T23.