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Mouse problem (USB to PS/2 KVM)
14 years ago
I decided to replace my 10 year-old mouse (a USB Logitech M-BD58) with a brand-new Logitech M100. I just unplugged the old one and plug in this new one. Doesn't work. The red light turns on, but nothing sends through.
If I plug it directly into a USB port in my tower, it works. If I plug it through a USB-to-PS2 adaptor connected to my KVM, it doesn't work. But my old mouse, same brand, does work that way.
What do I do? And please don't suggest using two mice for each tower. I mean, how to I get it to work through my KVM? Google is not my friend today. I also didn't find any help on Logitech's site. :-P
*** UPDATE: I've isolated the problem. I use a USB-to-PS2 adaptor. Not all mice work with that thing. I tested both mice directly into my tower using the adaptor and sure enough, while the old mouse worked, the new mouse didn't work. So it's not the KVM's fault.
I have to return the mouse for a refund, and keep trying different models and brands until I find one that works with the adaptor. I'd buy a new-old stock M-BD58 Logitech mouse off eBay if I'd find one but they never show up.
If I plug it directly into a USB port in my tower, it works. If I plug it through a USB-to-PS2 adaptor connected to my KVM, it doesn't work. But my old mouse, same brand, does work that way.
What do I do? And please don't suggest using two mice for each tower. I mean, how to I get it to work through my KVM? Google is not my friend today. I also didn't find any help on Logitech's site. :-P
*** UPDATE: I've isolated the problem. I use a USB-to-PS2 adaptor. Not all mice work with that thing. I tested both mice directly into my tower using the adaptor and sure enough, while the old mouse worked, the new mouse didn't work. So it's not the KVM's fault.
I have to return the mouse for a refund, and keep trying different models and brands until I find one that works with the adaptor. I'd buy a new-old stock M-BD58 Logitech mouse off eBay if I'd find one but they never show up.
TrekWolf
~trekwolf
Go to logitech aND CHECK SOFTWARE DRIVERS AND LOOK IN THE Logitech set point go into tools and there is install ps/2 support button
Aldi
~aldi
OP
Hm, they give me two options: SetPoint 32-bit or SetPoint 64-bit. I have no clue what that means! O.o
TrekWolf
~trekwolf
most systems are 32 bit version
Aldi
~aldi
OP
Thanks.
Aldi
~aldi
OP
Thanks for your help. I posted an update at the end of my journal entry.
demoniacetf
~demoniacetf
Two suggestions, number one, try to reconnect the KVM, if that doesn't work, try using the mouse without the KVM or simply replace the KVM. It could just be a connection problem between the mouse and the unit. It might just be that the KVM has not picked up the new mouse, and it still recognises the M-BD58. Same scenario happened with my KVM. All I did was replace the KVM unit and it picked up the mouse.
Aldi
~aldi
OP
I tried disconnecting the mouse from the KVM and the KVM's PS2 connector from the tower. I plugged the new mouse in the KVM and reconnected the KVM into my tower, but it didn't work. I don't know how to "reset" the KVM so it'll recognize the new mouse.
demoniacetf
~demoniacetf
Have you tried the new mouse without the KVM. Does it work without the KVM. If it does, then it's the KVM.
Aldi
~aldi
OP
Yes, I mentionned "If I plug it directly into a USB port in my tower, it works. " So I know it's the KVM. It's a Trendnet. I guess I should look at their site...
demoniacetf
~demoniacetf
Trendnet KVMs are crap. I used to own a KVM. After a few days, I got so pissed off with it not doing anything, I crushed it.
Aldi
~aldi
OP
Even though I found that the problem had nothing to do with the KVM, I still agree with you. It tends to randomly switch to a black screen and back.
Aldi
~aldi
OP
Thanks for your help. I posted an update at the end of my journal entry.
Andy_Fox
~andyfox
I've heard lots of people say Logitech USB mice don't work with KVM switches. They all suggest buying a different brand of mouse.
Aldi
~aldi
OP
Staples doesn't offer much else at that price, so I'll have to return this one and look in a different store.
Andy_Fox
~andyfox
Also, generally, USB mice have trouble with PS/2-style KVM switches. Was recently looking on Amazon.com for one of those PS/2-to-USB dongles and seems they don't work with KVM switches. If you find a combination that works let me know.
Aldi
~aldi
OP
Thanks, I will. :)
Aldi
~aldi
OP
Thanks for your help. I posted an update at the end of my journal entry.
ceagle
~ceagle
That's the $*#&@ about USB ... some items are fudgy... they need more power than others or who knows what, and also.. not every USB port is equal in power either... ;P
Aldi
~aldi
OP
Ah, so that's why it doesn't work.... the newer mouse is crappier!
