Re: 83 key IBM model m XT keyboard with Debian?

[Doug <dmcgarrett@optonline.net>]

On 06/17/2012 10:54 PM, Nate Bargmann wrote:
> * On 2012 17 Jun 21:42 -0500, Nick Lidakis wrote:
> > Anybody using an 83 key IBM model M keyboard with a modern PC?
> > Clickykeyboards.com has info about a key codes adapter here:
> > http://www.clickykeyboards.com/index.cfm/fa/items.main/parentcat/11298/subcatid/0/id/500722
> >
> > Was wondering if anyone is a fan of the old 83 key keyboards and if there any
> > glitches when using one of these adapters, i.e., limits on maximum typing speed.
> I have no idea on that.  I did have an 83 key model on my XT clone
> wayyyyyy back when.  I've since graduated to the PS/2 Model M 101 key
> keyboards and don't want to give them up any time soon.  Perhaps the
> only advantage of the 83 key models is that the F keys are to the left
> side, if that is something one is used to.  Otherwise, the separate
> arrow keys and other keys of the 101 key models means that the Num Lock
> key can remain activated.
>
> - Nate>>
The model M that I mentioned in my other post at approximately 83 keys
has the function keys on top. Now I counted exactly 84 keys. The other
was a close guesstimate. It is part number 1397681.

--doug

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