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    Keyboard/Mouse Extension Q

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by QuadAllegory, Jan 14, 2010.

  1. QuadAllegory

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    I would like to buy a PS/2 to USB converter and use my old mouse and keyboard through a 20 ft. USB extension cable into my notebook's USB port. Will this cause any problems? Noticeable lag etc.?
     
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    I seem to recall USB to be limited to 12 ft. runs and then a repeater/boostr is recommended.

    As it is a direct connection, I can't see lag being a problem though - but I've never seen anything longer than about 8 ft. for keyboards though.

    Good luck.
     
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