Right so this issue doesn't really affect me at all seeing as I have a nice shiny logo filled cm storm quick fire. However I would be interested in finding out if there is a possible fix to getting the fn layer working again which seems to be a hardware problem (tried on a laptop and a reinstall of windows).
It would likely end up being more of a if I get time i'll fix it (and can access the needed materials), I have a feeling plugging it into a usb to ps/2 connector caused the problem. However to be honest I just don't use the functions all that much with the limited media keys print screen being the most missed. I do of course know I can remap the missing functions with autohotkey but may not be able to do that where I might use it.
And no i'm not going to try warranty it, far too much effort
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