Sometimes the update fails or the pointer still will not move. Try these quick fixes. The Touchpad is Disabled
The Synaptics TMP 2970 driver interacts with the operating system's kernel to integrate touchpad functionality. This involves:
Enables Windows Precision drivers or specialized Synaptics gestures for productivity. synaptics tmp 2970 driver exclusive
Use Lenovo Vantage to update "Synaptics Fingerprint Sensor". Dell: Visit the Dell Drivers & Downloads page. 2. Via Windows Update
(If you prefer devcon, use the Microsoft devcon utility to remove device instances — advanced users only.) Sometimes the update fails or the pointer still
Hold the key while clicking Restart in your Start Menu.
The Synaptics Control Panel offers granular control over sensitivity, palm rejection, and edge swipes, which are absent in basic drivers. Security and Maintenance of Synaptics Drivers and edge swipes
Set this to roughly 60% of the slider. This prevents your palm from accidentally moving the cursor or clicking while you type, without making the pad feel unresponsive.
Installing the official driver unlocks several "exclusive" hardware capabilities that generic Windows drivers cannot provide: