Re: Looking for a new USB ... keyboard? And detached numpad?

In alt.comp.hardware.pc-homebuilt Mr. Man-wai Chang <[email protected]> wrote:
> On 7/10/2026 8:44 AM, Ant wrote:
> > I think I am going to give up these old PS/2+USB adapters setup since
> > three different old brands (Monoprice, Staples, and a no brand) and old
> > PS/2 keyboards didn't work. Even either PS/2 keyboard and mouse would
> > completely stopped working with adapters. Can't have both running now.
> > :(
> > 
> > Now, I am going to focus on getting a new USB-A keyboard. Which one
> > though? Do I want wired or wireless ....

> If you don't wanna worry about security and fire
> hazard, shy away from wireless with built-in,
> fixed, hidden rechargeable lithium batteries.

> You don't have to buy a complete PC104(?).

> Have you ever considerd a combo of shorter
> keyboard and detached numpaad? That way,
> your palms would be less stressed and
> avoid the so-called tunnel syndrome!!

> Amazon.com : tkl keyboard white
> <https://www.amazon.com/s?k=tkl+keyboard+white>

> (T.K.L. = Ten Key Less, aka NumPad)

> Amazon.com : usb numpad
> <https://www.amazon.com/s?k=usb+numpad>

> Amazon.com : 89% keyboard white
> <https://www.amazon.com/s?k=89%25+keyboard+white>

> pc104 keyboard - Google ??
> <https://www.google.com/search?q=pc104+keyboard>

> tunnel syndrome - Google ??
> <https://www.google.com/search?q=tunnel+syndrome>

Yesterday, I got Logitech's K120 model from my local Target store (https://www.target.com/p/logitech-k120-ergonomic-desktop-usb-keyboard-black-920-002478/-/A-21502870). It took me awhile I find it since they (4) were buried low on the shelf! These are hot sellers, but why put down there? Sheesh! :P

Anyways, I'll have to get used to it. Keys are like slippery which I am not used to. Maybe I should add honey or something over my keyboard, but that would be gross and attract Argentine ants, and void my return and warranty. :P At least, I can finally type faster and better than the old Dell 104-key PS/2 Dell Model SK-8110 and other keyboards with PS/2 splitter adapters.

Both my old PCs (Debian/Linux and W10 Pro.) are working fine. No reboots needed too unlike PS/2. I swapped my old mouses too with KVM since I wanted to use my Amazon Basics (have to get used to it too). I currently have 30 days to return this keyboard if I hate it to get a better USB-A PC104 clicky keyboard. I feel like I have a new complete computer system right now after last week's tedious cleaning, new KVM, keyboard, and mouse.
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