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A PS/2 port is a computer port used for connecting keyboards and mice to computers. It was first introduced in the IBM PS/2 (Personal Series/2) line of personal computers in 1987. It is still present in some computers, but has been replaced by USB in many circumstances because it removes the possible confusion between two physically identical ports that aren't interchangeable (one for a keyboard, one for a mouse.)
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoA PS/2 mouse is a computer mouse that connects to a computer via a PS/2 port. A PS/2 port is a small round connector with five pinholes.
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What is a Ps2 Optical Mouse?
PS2 is the input format for the mouse, optical refers to the 'laser mouse' method of mouse movement. PS2 is an old format which is not supported by many newer computers, as companies favor the USB input format since it allows for faster data transfer.
What colour is PS2 mouse port?
green
Can a USB mouse replace a ps2 mouse?
yes.. only you have to connect it in usb port..
A mousse that connects to the computer by using a dedicated round ps2 mouse port coming directly from the motherboard is called mouse?
a motherboard mouse
Is is possible to use a PS2 mouse in a PS2 keyboard port?
No, it will cause malfunction or in some computers, will not allow the computer to turn on.
Basic difference between PS2 and USB mouse?
port and speed
What kind of mouse connects to the computer by using a mouse bus card?
This is called a "bus mouse" and is the precursor to PS2 technology. In the 1980s IBM compatible computers did not have a built in interface for a mouse. At the time many mouses used a serial connection (COM port). The bus mouse interface was developed by Microsoft so that the mouse would have its own dedicated interface. It was soon rendered obsolete when IBM released its next generation of PC's with the PS2 interface for keyboard and mouse.
Why would your PC PS2 mouse work but the serial mouse does not work?
You will probably need specific drivers for a serial mouse. Go to the manufacturer's site and look for the drivers revelant to your operating system.
Where is the PS2 port for the mouse?
On most computers, the PS/2 (Personal System/2) mouse port is located on the back, where the motherboard is located. The mouse's port is green while the keyboard's is purple.
How do you rewire a usb mouse to use in a ps2 port?
just go to any electronic store or office supplies and buy an adapter to convert fromusb to ps2 or viceversa
How many pins does PS2 mouse and keyboard connector have?
PS/2 keyboard has what is called Mini-Din 6 pins and a mouse has DIN 5 pins.
What is the meaning of PS2 which port used for keyboad and mouse?
Personal System 2 (IBM PC and a connector format).
