The default input language for XP Mode reverts to EN-US on restart or wake

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To fix this problem automatically, click the Fix it button or link. Then click Run in the File Download dialog box, and follow the steps in the Fix it wizard.

Notes

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Let me fix it myself

To resolve this issue, follow these steps below to add the IgnoreRemoteKeyboardLayout registry value:

1. Click Start, and then click Run.
2. In the Open box, type regedit.exe, and then click OK.
3. Locate and then click the following registry key:
   
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Keyboard Layout
4. In the Edit menu, click New – DWORD Value and type IgnoreRemoteKeyboardLayout for the registry value and press Enter.
5. Double click the IgnoreRemoteKeyboardLayout key.
6. In the Value data box, type 1 and then click OK.
7. Close Registry Editor.

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