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

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

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

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