usb keyboard

[bob]

New laptop with XP installed, want to use full-sized
keyboard.

I have old PS2 keyboard and have connected to USB
adapter. XP does not recognize it.

How can I get it recognized so I can use full-sized
keyboard with my laptop?

thanx

[Cari \(MS-MVP\)]

It's not designed to be used with the adapter. The USB controller has no
idea what you're attaching to it. You should also check your BIOS settings.

Cari
www.coribright.com

"bob" > wrote in message
...
> New laptop with XP installed, want to use full-sized
> keyboard.
>
> I have old PS2 keyboard and have connected to USB
> adapter. XP does not recognize it.
>
> How can I get it recognized so I can use full-sized
> keyboard with my laptop?
>
> thanx

[Donald Link]

Have you tried a full USB keyboard??? I find that the adapter does not
always work. Also, normally their is a BIOS entry that will allow USB
keyboard to be active in DOS. However, you really should try ps2 port for
you present keyboard, if you insist on USB try a USB keyboard.




"bob" > wrote in message
...
> New laptop with XP installed, want to use full-sized
> keyboard.
>
> I have old PS2 keyboard and have connected to USB
> adapter. XP does not recognize it.
>
> How can I get it recognized so I can use full-sized
> keyboard with my laptop?
>
> thanx