Turns out it was the PS/2 port that was bad. I returned the new PS/2 keyboard (which didn't work) and bought a USB keyboard, which is working beautifully. I've never had a PS/2 port fail on me before -- how strange.
Thanks, that confirms my suspicion that USB is the way to go. The keyboard I bought works off of USB, but Microsoft was nice enough to neglect to include a PS2 to USB adapter that would let me use it with USB. Looks like it's off to the computer fair.
Thanks for the suggestion. I tried slamming the keyboard quite furiously in every possible orientation, and was tempted to even throw it out the window, but no luck. The effect I've described happens even with the brand-new, out of the box keyboard I bought yesterday thinking that the original...
Hi, I am having no end of dramas withmy keyboard and would appreciate any suggestions. To wit:
When I start the PC, normal "press del for setup" msg comes on. POST finishes and PC starts beeping quickly - same noise it makes when you hold down a key and the kb buffer fills up. It then...
I'd like to hear about it. I'm working on a story for Storage Magazine about storage administration in Windows -- specifically, what are the biggest issues in day to day management of storage in Windows environments?
If you're in such a situation and have had to deal with Windows-related...
I'd like to hear about it. I'm working on a story for Storage Magazine about storage administration in Windows -- specifically, what are the biggest issues in day to day management of storage in Windows environments?
If you're in such a situation and have had to deal with Windows-related...
I'd like to hear about it. I'm working on a story for Storage Magazine about storage administration in Windows -- specifically, what are the biggest issues in day to day management of storage in Windows environments?
If you're in such a situation and have had to deal with Windows-related...
This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.