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29 sie 2024 · PS/2 ports became obsolete around 2008 so you will be hard pressed after this time to find a computer with this older technology. Older keyboards often work better than new keyboards due to build quality, so an adapter is must for anyone trying to use on on Windows 11 and Windows 10.
According to Microsoft, Windows 10 does still accept PS/2 inputs. However there might be issues with drivers, this forum discussion explains the process for troubleshooting it. Below is a direct quote from the Microsoft engineer in that thread detailing the various troubleshooting methods:
I want to find a way, using software, to interface my laptop and the PS/2 keyboard/mouse using the adapters I bought. Assuming you want to use the passive PS2-to-USB adapter you just bought to plug it into a USB port on your Windows 10 PC, then this will not work.
16 kwi 2013 · In general, most users having trouble connecting their keyboard to newer computers are looking for a ps/2 to USB signal CONVERTER. These devices use an integrated circuit...
12 gru 2012 · I am using a microsoft natural multimedia keyboard 1.0a and my computer has no ps/2 port so I got a ps/2 to USB adapter. The keyboard won't type anything however, not even the basics. I think I need a driver for the keyboard. Where can I get one?
20 gru 2016 · I use a PS/2 keyboard with my Windows 10 Toshiba laptop. Never had to supply any drivers as MS did it for me automatically. The current driver for mine is furnished by Microsoft and is dated 6/21/2006 and is Version 10.0.14393.206.
8 lip 2019 · Solve PS/2 keyboard and mouse not working after Windows 10 update: 1. Plug your PS/2 keyboard or mouse in the PS/2 port. 2. Type Regedit in windows search box. and open the Registry Editor. 3. Now navigate to below in the registry editor: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE > SYSTEM > CurrentControlSet > Services > i8042prt
