keyboard problem

[m_j_f]

I've got an old 486 notebook running windows 3.1. I've got a keyboard and I plug it in and try to use it, it makes weird noises and either types garbage or nothing at all when I press a button on it. I've tryed rebooting etc. I can plug a mouse into the notebook with no probs. I've tryed another keyboard but the same thing happens. Any ideas? Help?

[kenja]

Do you have separate ports for an external keyboard and mouse? If there's only one, maybe it's only for a mouse. What is the make and model of your machine?

[m_j_f]

The keyboard has two plugs, one serial for the trackball and one 5 pin plug for the keyboard. I have a 6 plug adapter which fits into the back of the notebook, the notebook is... a "notebook computer 486 series" Nowhere on the whole thing does it have a make, but it does have a serial number, but no make.

Originally posted by kenja:
Do you have separate ports for an external keyboard and mouse? If there's only one, maybe it's only for a mouse. What is the make and model of your machine?

[kenja]

Sounds like you need an AT type keyboard. I haven't dealt with PS/2-to-AT keyboard adapters; maybe someone has a better idea.