You need to check your PS/2 mouse. Check the bottom of the mouse. If it's a Microsoft mouse it should say "Serial-Mouse Port Compatible" or "IntelliMouse". These can be used as either. OEM mice (like the Compaq mice I get with new computers ordered here) are (most likely) ONLY mouse port (PS/2) mice.
As always, your mileage may very...
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>>> Diana Benoit <[log in to unmask]> 1/24/00 6:14:34 AM >>>
I tried to hook up a serial mouse to a ps/2 port with an adapter and locked up
my whole system. Couldn't reattach my ps/2 mouse, couldn't use keyboard
controls. It was a nightmare. Maybe someone out there can give us both
advise. Thanks, Diana
Edna Sloan wrote:
> Hi,
>
> I was wondering if it is possible to use a ps/2 mouse as a serial mouse with
> a mechanical adaptor. I tried this but Windows indicates "no mouse
> detected"? Thanks, Edna Sloan
>
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