I have some legacy hardware (amateur radio) as well as some software. I ordered a refabbed Dell Optiflx 520 computer. It works as advertised. However, the radio doesn't have all the features that are available. Upon examination radio software needs to updated, and new drivers installed. The first words in the new software "it won't work with XP64" I've already ordered XP32. My question is my computer doesn't have the "round plug type mouse and keyboard connectors". There is a notice on the software that states USB keyboard and mouse may not be operable. I have one serial port, and 8 USB ports. I have a keyboard and mouse of this vintage, is there a serial port adapter I can use?
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The thread revolves around a user seeking a serial port adapter to connect legacy PS/2 mouse and keyboard to a modern Dell Optiflx 520, which primarily has USB ports. The user initially asks about a compatible serial adapter, but later clarifies the need for a 9-pin serial connection rather than USB. Responders suggest options like a PS/2 to serial adapter and ask for images of the system's ports and connectors to better assist. Overall, the community provides guidance on possible adapters to facilitate compatibility between old peripherals and the new hardware.
The thread revolves around a user seeking a serial port adapter to connect legacy PS/2 mouse and keyboard to a modern Dell Optiflx 520, which primarily has USB ports. The user initially asks about a compatible serial adapter, but later clarifies the need for a 9-pin serial connection rather than USB. Responders suggest options like a PS/2 to serial adapter and ask for images of the system's ports and connectors to better assist. Overall, the community provides guidance on possible adapters to facilitate compatibility between old peripherals and the new hardware.
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PS/2 to Serial IBM Mouse Cable Adapter F/F
6 pin (male) to serial female?
male to male
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p.s, please show an image of the plug on the system + the mouse you have... that would speed this process up
https://www.amazon.co.uk/C2G-Female...TF8&qid=1470964281&sr=1-55&keywords=ps2+mouse
6 pin (male) to serial female?
male to male
Link Removed
p.s, please show an image of the plug on the system + the mouse you have... that would speed this process up
https://www.amazon.co.uk/C2G-Female...TF8&qid=1470964281&sr=1-55&keywords=ps2+mouse
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PS/2 to Serial IBM Mouse Cable Adapter F/F
6 pin (male) to serial female?
male to male
Link Removed
p.s, please show an image of the plug on the system + the mouse you have... that would speed this process up
https://www.amazon.co.uk/C2G-Female...TF8&qid=1470964281&sr=1-55&keywords=ps2+mouse
6 pin (male) to serial female?
male to male
Link Removed
p.s, please show an image of the plug on the system + the mouse you have... that would speed this process up
https://www.amazon.co.uk/C2G-Female...TF8&qid=1470964281&sr=1-55&keywords=ps2+mouse