new usb keyboard on Slackware 12
I'm using 2.6.21.5-smp, and I'm changing from a wired keyboard to a new wired USB keyboard. I've plugged in the new keyboard and booted into Slackware, but it isn't working. I knew there would be more to it than that. :D
xorgsetup says it probes the video hardware and mouse, but how can I modify the keyboard setup? There is no commentary about USB keyboards in my xorg.conf. Edit: My USB mouse has worked with no problem, but I checked BIOS anyway. The OnChip USB Controller is enabled. |
Nevermind, thanks anyway. A converter is easier.
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Check out /etc/rc.d/rc.modules (a symlink to rc.modules-2.6.21.5-smp)
Uncomment the relevant lines. The small section below is from the similar file in -current, but the idea is the same (it may be identical - don't have a 12.0 box in front of me): Code:
### USB device support: |
Franklin, thanks for the tip. I uncommented both usbhid and usbkbd, but neither module was found. I'm uncertain what that means, but it's fine. Rather than spend any more boots on this, a converter will be the simplest fix. I just hadn't thought of that before my first post, but I will remember rc.modules in the future.
Thank you again. Edit: The keyboard is recognized when I use the USB port on the front of the computer, rather than the rear. That's where I usually plug the camera. |
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