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Try unplugging the laptop (normally you'd remove the battery also, but you've got that covered!) and holding down the power button for a good 10 seconds, then plugging it back in and turning it on. I've straightened out several Thinkpad / Lenovos that way when they exhibit the symptoms you describe.
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