connecting an external keyboard to a laptop

[juliejulie18]

I have an HP laptop which i would like to connect an external keyboard. I have brought a PS2 / USB convertor.

The keyboard is an old one I have which was not brought for the laptop.

I know the connections are working but the laptop will not recongnise the keyboard.

HELP -

[Ethel]

The simplest thing is to buy a cheap 'plug and play' keyboard - you can buy them for under �10

[juliejulie18]

Thank you, But i am left handed so I am trying to use a left handed keyboard I have

[Ethel]

Ah - that makes sense. :)

My initial guess is that you will need to install the driver for your keyboard - did it come with a set up disk? Can you find the driver on the internet for download?

[ACtheTROLL]

treat yourself to one of these .... and use your left handed mouse as well

http://www.lambda-tek.com/componentshop/index. pl?origin=gbase24.2&prodID=B37195

works with either ... or both
I carry one with my lappy

or if lappy has just 1 ps/2 socket
http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?ModuleNo=9 7882&C=Froogle&U=97882&T=Module

[wildwood]

As another leftie I have to ask if you.re ever considered trying to get used to using a standard keyboard? As time goes by, more and more things are governed by computers and you are not always going to have a left one available.
It took me no time at all and could hit the number without looking in about 4 hours of normal usage.
Even the mouse has normal button configuration although I do admit to it being on the left side of the keyboard.

[ACtheTROLL]

Wildwood .... you depress me no end ....

I'm right handed ... been in the game for over 30 years .... and still cant hit a single key without looking ....
(I just tried ... missed the keyboard ... almost lost an eye '-(

[juliejulie18]

Thank you for all help, I have managed to get the correct cable as suggested and it works, which is great.