{"product_id":"usb-to-dual-ps2-adapter-cable-30cm","title":"USB to Dual PS2 Adapter Cable USB Male to 2 PS 2 Female Y Splitter Active Converter for PS2 Keyboard and Mouse on Modern PC Laptop Windows Linux 30cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e⚠️ Important Notice: Signal Direction \u0026amp; Port Identification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnidirectional USB to PS\/2 Conversion Only:\u003c\/strong\u003e This cable connects legacy PS\/2 keyboards and mice to a modern computer's USB port. It CANNOT be used in reverse to connect modern USB keyboards\/mice into an older motherboard's PS\/2 port.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor-Coded Port Identification:\u003c\/strong\u003e For optimal hardware recognition and driver stability, connect your PS\/2 keyboard into the \u003cstrong\u003ePurple port\u003c\/strong\u003e and your PS\/2 mouse into the \u003cstrong\u003eGreen port\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive Hardware Conversion Chip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in intelligent microcontroller translates legacy PS\/2 synchronous serial signals into standard USB HID keyboard and mouse protocol. Completely driverless and plug-and-play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard 6-Pin Mini-DIN Only:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed exclusively for standard 6-pin Mini-DIN PS\/2 connectors. Not compatible with vintage 5-pin AT keyboard connectors without an additional adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your favorite vintage mechanical keyboard and reliable PS\/2 mouse in service with this Active USB to Dual PS\/2 Adapter Y-Splitter Cable. Equipped with an internal translation chipset, this 30 cm (12-inch) cable effortlessly converts one USB-A port on modern desktops, laptops, or servers into two dedicated PS\/2 female ports. Experience seamless typing, precise cursor tracking, and multimedia key support without latency or driver installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive Protocol Translation Chip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Embedded high-performance converter chip processes keyboard and mouse signals independently, delivering full USB 1.1 \/ 2.0 HID compliance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual PS\/2 Device Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simultaneously connects one standard PS\/2 keyboard and one PS\/2 mouse through a single host USB port.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard PC99 Color-Coded Ports:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intuitive purple (keyboard) and green (mouse) color-coded connectors ensure hassle-free, error-free setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDriver-Free Plug and Play:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ready to use straight out of the box with zero drivers required. Supports hot-swapping and instantaneous device recognition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Y-Splitter Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a durable 30 cm (12-inch) flexible PVC cable with integrated strain reliefs, preventing port crowding behind desktop towers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDevice Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Host Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesktop PCs, tower workstations, and all-in-one computers with USB-A ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaptops and notebooks without legacy PS\/2 ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServers, industrial PCs, and KVM switches equipped with USB interfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: The models listed above reflect verified hardware compatibility and do not represent a complete list of all supported devices.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Peripherals:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard 6-pin PS\/2 mechanical keyboards, membrane keyboards, and multimedia keyboards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard 6-pin PS\/2 optical mice, trackball mice, and scroll-wheel mice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupported Operating Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWindows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows ME, Windows 98 \/ 98SE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLinux distributions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emacOS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Daily Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetro Mechanical Keyboard Revival:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enjoy the legendary tactile feel of classic PS\/2 mechanical keyboards on modern gaming and typing rigs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial \u0026amp; Laboratory Workstations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrate legacy PS\/2 barcode scanners, specialty keypads, or industrial mice with newly upgraded USB-only computers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServer \u0026amp; KVM Switch Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bridge legacy PS\/2 rack console switches to modern rackmount servers featuring only USB connectivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 35%; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHost Connector\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65%; padding: 8px;\"\u003eUSB Type-A Male (USB 1.1 \/ 2.0 Full-Speed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeripheral Connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e2x 6-Pin Mini-DIN PS\/2 Female (Purple: Keyboard, Green: Mouse)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConverter Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eActive Hardware Protocol Translation Chip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e30 cm (~12 inches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHousing \u0026amp; Jacket\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eDurable Molded PVC with Integrated Strain Relief\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eWhite \/ Off-White\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDriver Requirement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003ePlug and Play, driver-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use this adapter to plug modern USB keyboards into an old PC with PS\/2 ports?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e No. This adapter is strictly designed to connect older PS\/2 peripherals to a modern computer's USB port. 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