I have a laptop, but it's pretty old. It has a PS2 port instead of a USB but most of the things I use, use USB... flashdrives, calculator stuff, mouse..
I bought a USB 2 PS2 adapter but it doesn't seem to work. And I was wondering what else I do. Please assist.
2006-09-02 07:28:53 · 12 answers · asked by Jess 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
Currently running Windows XP.
2006-09-02 08:03:57 · update #1
Most flashdrives don't work with anything less than Windows XP.
2006-09-02 07:31:23 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
It sounds like your laptop is so old, it doesn't have USB ports. If this is the case, then it is not worth spending much money on, as it is likely too old to be able to run Windows 2000 or Windows XP, which is now required to have many USB devices work at all.
If you have no option but to use this laptop, check if it has a credit-card-sized slot (or slots) on one of the sides. If so, you can buy a PCMCIA USB adapter. Many stores won't carry this in stock, but most will be able to order it.
But before you run out and buy this, check which version of Windows you are using. Right-click on My Computer and choose Properties. If you are using Windows 95 or Windows 98 version 4.10.1998 you will not even be able to use this device to give you USB ports. The operating system (and likely the laptop) is simply too old to support USB.
If you are using Windows 98 Version 4.10.2222 or higher. then you will likely be able to get the PCMCIA USB adapter to work *IF* it supports Windows 98 Second Edition. Be sure that whichever PCMCIA adapater you are considering buying supports Windows 98 Second Edition, in this case.
Also, to properly support the USB adapter you are buying, you should download and install the Unofficial Windows 98 SE Service Pack 1. It is a superbly assembled collection of nearly all of the fixes and updates Microsoft has released for Windows 98 SE over the years, and solves the majority of compatibility problem that come up when using newer hardware that supports Windows 98 Second Edition. You can get it from this web site: http://exuberant.ms11.net/98sesp.html
If you are using Windows 2000 or Windows XP then you will be able to use the PCMCIA USB adapter without a hassle.
Once you have the adapter and its driver installed, you will have one or two USB ports. Should you require more, you can buy a USB hub almost anywhere.
2006-09-02 07:51:40 · answer #2 · answered by Chris 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A lot of those technologies, like the mouse and other things are backwards compatible from USB to PS/2, however that flash drive you're using might not be able to do that. If you're using WinXP, you could try to Find New Hardware under the control panel. I know that when I put my drive in, it shows up as a removable drive. Also, if u plug the adapter onto the flash drive and then into the computer, most of the newer drives have a light to show you that it's on. Make sure that the light is on, if not, I'm sorry to say that it might not work at all.
2006-09-02 07:34:19 · answer #3 · answered by MOJO25 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
ps2 port is for the mouse, look if you have a parallel or serial port and buy a parallel 2 usb or serial 2 usb
2006-09-02 07:31:25 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the usb to ps2 converts only work on the most basic hardware eg keyboards and mouse. not those other devices u have. since the software for those other device wouldnt work
so u would need to get a new laptop.
2006-09-02 07:56:34 · answer #5 · answered by Paultech 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The only thing i can think of is an USB adapter. Does it have drivers with it? Maybe you should try different adapters to see if any would work on your laptop. You didn't mention what OS you have installed on your laptop.
2006-09-02 07:33:09 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
You don`t need PS2-USB Converter
All you need is a USB Distributor (input: USB output: 5-10 USB points)
2006-09-02 07:32:14 · answer #7 · answered by Aspirin 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Insert the flashdrive into your laptop contained in the ideal slot. as quickly as that's inserted the laptop could comprehend it. as quickly because it rather is complete, you are able to open the report and use the shop As command to maintain it. Hit "My laptop" and the flash force could be listed. Double click it and then shop. in case you do no longer prefer to open the report, you are able to open "My laptop", discover the report the place that's at present saved, elect it and reproduction it. Then go decrease back to "My laptop" and double click on the icon for the flash force and Paste the report the place you ant it to be on the flash force. if that's the 1st time saving the report merely elect the flash force from the Drives checklist in "My laptop". The force letter could variety looking on what style of media you're utilising, besides the indisputable fact that that's going to no longer be A: (3 a million/2 inch) C: (no longer undemanding force) or D:(CD-ROM force)
2016-09-30 06:51:08 · answer #8 · answered by wheelwright 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to control panel and click ad hardware. Follow the prompts. If it still doesn't work, try calling customer service for either the adapter or your laptop. One or both should be able to help
2006-09-02 07:31:08 · answer #9 · answered by blue 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Have you updated with the Windows XP program? If you haven't it will not read any of the modern equipment. The program will run you about 100 dollars.
2006-09-02 07:32:01 · answer #10 · answered by redhead 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋