Can I connect USB Type-B to PS/2?

USB Type-B and PS/2 are not directly compatible. You will need a Active adapter to connect them.

Do I need an adapter for USB Type-B to PS/2?

Yes, you need a USB Type-B to PS/2 adapter to connect USB Type-B to PS/2.

Will connecting USB Type-B to PS/2 cause signal loss?

No significant signal degradation is expected when connecting USB Type-B to PS/2.

USB Type-B ↔ PS/2

Kompatibilitätsprüfung und Signalweg-Analyse

Adapter erforderlich

Diese Stecker sind nicht direkt kompatibel. Ein Adapter oder Konverterkabel wird benötigt.

Signalweg

USB Type-B USB

Adapter

PS/2 Unknown

USB Type-B

Familie USB

Formfaktor Square trapezoidal

Pin-Anzahl 4

Umkehrbar Nein

PS/2

Familie Legacy Data

Formfaktor Circular mini-DIN

Pin-Anzahl 6

Umkehrbar Nein

Hinweise

USB Type-B to PS/2: USB to serial/parallel adapters are available. Essential for legacy industrial and scientific equipment. Driver required. The USB Type-B (USB) and PS/2 (Legacy Data) are from different connector families.