USB to PS/2 Adapter for Keyboard and Mouse - satkit
Brand: satkit
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The USB to PS/2 adapter for keyboard and mouse from satkit is a practical adapter that lets you connect keyboards and mice with a PS/2 connector to USB ports. This adapter is ideal for computers without PS/2 ports, such as many modern laptops, making it easy to use traditional peripherals on current systems.
Main features:
- Allows two PS/2 devices (keyboard and mouse) to be connected to a single USB port.
- Compatible with the USB HID specification, ensuring stable operation without the need for additional drivers.
- Powered directly from the USB port, with no need for external power supplies.
- Fully compatible with PS/2 keyboards and mice.
- Physical connection: one USB Type A male connector and two 6-pin Mini DIN female connectors for keyboard and mouse.
- Compatible with Windows 98/SE/ME/2000/XP, Mac OS 9.0/OSX and Linux operating systems.
Typical uses:
- Connect PS/2 keyboards and mice to laptops or desktop computers that only have USB ports.
- Ideal for users who want to use their PS/2 peripherals on Mac systems that do not recognise PS/2 ports.
- Make it easier to connect PS/2 devices in environments where PS/2 ports are not available.
Compatibility: This adapter is compatible with a wide range of operating systems including Windows (98/SE/ME/2000/XP), Mac OS 9.0 and OSX, as well as Linux, ensuring functionality across multiple platforms.
With this adapter, you can use your old PS/2 devices on modern equipment without any hassle, ensuring a simple and reliable connection.
- Connect a PS/2 keyboard and mouse to a USB port
- Compatible with USB HID spec for stable operation
- Powered directly from the USB port with no external power supply
- Compatible with Windows 98/SE/ME/2000/XP, Mac OS 9.0/OSX and Linux
- Connection: 1 USB Type A male, 2 6-pin Mini DIN female
- Ideal for laptops and systems without PS/2 ports
Customer Questions & Answers
What are the physical dimensions and approximate weight of the adapter?
The typical adapter of this type measures approximately 15 cm in total length (including the cable), 2.5 cm in width at the connector area and weighs around 40 g. These figures may vary by 10% depending on the manufacturer and batch.
Which operating systems and versions are compatible, and are there any known limitations?
It has been tested and works on Windows 98/SE/ME/2000/XP, Mac OS 9.0/OS X and most Linux distributions with USB HID support. Compatibility is not guaranteed on Windows versions later than XP or on recent Mac OS versions, where PS/2 drivers may be disabled by default.
Does it require any configuration, additional driver or external power supply to work?
No additional software or drivers are required, as it uses the USB HID standard. It is powered directly from the USB port, so no external power supply is needed. In rare cases, automatic detection may fail if the connected PS/2 devices use non-standard signals.
How does this converter compare with PCI-PS/2 cards or individual active USB adapters in terms of performance and reliability?
The converter is simpler and more economical than PCI-PS/2 cards, but it only supports standard keyboard and mouse devices. Unlike individual active adapters with internal processing, this model may not support advanced functions such as multimedia key combinations or special mice with more than three buttons.
Does this adapter work with all PS/2 keyboards and mice?
Yes, it is fully compatible with keyboards and mice that use a PS/2 connection.
Do I need to install any drivers to use this adapter?
No, the adapter is compatible with USB HID and does not require additional driver installation.
Is it compatible with Mac systems?
Yes, it works with Mac OS 9.0, OSX and also with Windows and Linux systems.
Can I use this adapter on a laptop that only has USB ports?
Yes, it is ideal for connecting PS/2 devices to laptops that only have USB ports.