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Re: what keyboard do you use?



hw <hw@adminart.net> writes:

> On Fri, 2024-02-02 at 20:09 -0600, Nate Bargmann wrote:
>> [...]
>> I have several of the now classic IBM Model M keyboards I procured in
>> the '90s.  Modern BIOSes don't like them even with a PS/2 to USB
>> adapter so I gave up on them.
>
> They might work with a so-called active adapter.  IIRC it has
> something to do with the adpater suppling power.  With some research
> and an investment of like $5, you can probably still use your
> keyboards.
>

Yes, I am using an IBM keyboard right now via usb into a laptop, with
this adapter:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07FLD3T8T


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