Micro Connectors USB A Male to PS/2 Female Adapter Review

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(More customer reviews)In reference to a previous review: OK, granted it's cheap, but it does *not* work. There is a working alternative, though: see later in this review.

My goal was to use an EluminX keyboard (a backlit unit available at a good price from Amazon) with my Playstation2, for use in chatting during Everquest Online Adventure sessions. Previously, I was using an old Gateway USB keyboard, and turning a desk lamp on when I wanted to say something-- not too handy!

For reasons that are shrouded in mystery, the company responsible for the EluminX chose a crusty old IBM-PC interface called PS/2. (And you can imagine the confusion when I asked sales clerks for a device to use a PS/2 keyboard on a PS2.) It's a Mini-DIN similar to the serial connector of an old Macintosh. No problem, though; all you need is a converter-- right?

But not this one.

When connected, the keyboard started glowing, showing that there was power to the device. But, I couldn't type a word. Trying it on a couple of USB-equipped Macs and a Windows computer, the results were the same-- light but no type. Plugging it into the Windows box's PS/2 port showed that the keyboard was, in fact, working.

Not counting those abortions that have dedicated sound volume knobs, or eMail, Web, and other keys, keyboards are as standard as AA batteries. If the Micro Connectors device doesn't translate that, how can it translate something more complex? Sure, I may have got a bum unit, but based on what most of the others here are saying I would consider this to be a waste of seven dollars.

But lo! there is hope! I bought a Radio Shack PS/2 to USB Adapter, part number 26-226. It cost about $13. It worked perfectly in all three places, and now I'm happily chatting while slaying monsters.

Buy the EluminX from Amazon, but buy your converter from Radio Shack.

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Allows you to plug a PS/2 peripheral into a USB port

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Sabrent SBT-PS2U USB to Dual 2-Port PS/2 Splitter Cable Converter Review

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(More customer reviews)I was so excited about this product, but it didn't do anything. My computer (Windows XP Home operating system) couldn't recognize the device. It was as if a driver was missing, but there wasn't any indication of how to get one. I poked arougd the Abrent website a bit and it wasn't helpful. Rather than mess around with product support, I decided to just return the thing. My Logitech mouse and old keyboard work fine with another adapter I have, and my computer didin't recognize this thing no matter what I had plugged in (including nothing), so the problem was with this splitter.

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The USB to PS/2 converter is the best solution for those who want to use legacy PS/2 devices on new USB systems. You can connect a PS/2 mouse and keyboard through the USB port on any computer. It supports your computer USB interface to the PS/2 port of the KVM switch. Enjoy using your keyboard and mouse connected to the USB-PS/2 adapter as a USB-compatible device!The USB to PS/2 converter supports both UHCI and OHCI specifications. Also, it runs on bus power, which means no power adapter is required. And it is easy to install, with no software driver needed. Requires available USB port, and one of the following operating systems: Windows 98se, Windows ME, Windows 2000, or Windows XP; Netware 4.11/5.0, HP Unix, Linux; for an Apple computer, Mac OS 8.6 or higher; or Sun Microsystems.What's in the Box One USB to PS/2 dual PS/2 converter adapter.

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Adesso PS/2 to USB Adapter, connects 2 PS/2 connectors to 1 USB port/hub (ADP-PU21 ) Review

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(More customer reviews)I'm one of those IBM Model-M "clicky keyboard" people. I won't use any keyboard but an IBM Model-M.
Unfortunately, the Model-M keyboard uses a PS/2 connection and does not interface to newer USB only computers.
So, an IBM keyboard user needs a PS/2 to USB adapter.
There are adapters out there which simply cross the wires. These DO NOT work with the Model M.
There are adapters out there with an active controller chip in them which (supposedly) properly converts the PS/2 signal format into USB.
Now, here's the big point... the PS/2 protocol is bi-directional. That is, the keyboard sends signals to the computer, BUT the computer can also send signals to the keyboard (such as "turn on the num lock lamp" or "do a reset").
I've tried every active controller that I could find with my Model M keyboard.
NONE of them sent communications back TO the printer... except the Adesso adapter.
The Adesso adapter sends all data transactions between the keyboard and computer... in both directions.
I was using a different adapter before and had random problems such as no reset (I had to momentarily unplug the keyboard) and the worst problem was multiple keystrokes.
Sometimes it would do thissssssssssssss

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Use legacy PS/2 devices on new USB systems. Adesso PS/2 to USB adapter for Keyboard and Mouse. This USB to PS/2 Converter is the best solution for those who want to use legacy PS/2 devices on new USB systems. It allows you to connect a PS/2 mouse and keyboard through the USB port on any computer. Perfect for Notebook and Laptop users!

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Replacement PS/2 Keyboard to USB Adapter - M/F Review

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(More customer reviews)OK, folks, listen up. There are two kinds of USB - PS/2 adapters. There's this kind, which simply changes one plug for another. It doesn't do any signal processing at all - it's just a dumb plug changer. For most of you, this will not work, because in order to use a PS/2 keyboard with a USB plug in the back of your computer, your adapter needs to change the signal somewhat. That's why you see the more expensive adapters - about $12 to $15. Those have circuitry inside them that actually changes the PS/2 output of your keyboard into a signal that the USB input of your computer will recognize. I learned this the hard way, too.

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This PS/2 Keyboard to USB Adapter features a USB-A male connector and a 6-Din (PS/2) female port, allowing you to connect a PS/2 keyboard to a computer through a USB port. Please Note: This product is designed as a replacement adapter for keyboards that originally shipped with a PS/2-USB converter. If your product did not ship with a converter, we suggest trying StarTech.com's USBPS2PC instead.

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