IBM ThinkPad Does Not Detect Natural Keyboard Elite

ID: Q183862

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Natural Keyboard Elite, version 1.0

SYMPTOMS

When you connect the Natural Keyboard Elite to the PS/2 port on an IBM ThinkPad laptop computer, the keyboard may not be detected.

CAUSE

This issue can occur because the PS/2 port on the IBM ThinkPad does not detect any PS/2 keyboard without the correct adapter cable or docking station.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this issue, you must connect the Natural Keyboard Elite to an IBM Docking Station or an IBM Y-cord adapter. You can purchase either of these products from an authorized IBM reseller.

MORE INFORMATION

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Keywords          : kb3rdparty kbhw mnk kbimu 
Version           : WINDOWS:1.0
Platform          : WINDOWS 
Issue type        : kbinfo

Last Reviewed: April 28, 1999