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Weird adb problems?
Posted by: Nixontheknight on 2021-09-09 10:19:28
I have a Macintosh LC III that I’m using an AppleDesign keyboard on along with the 1987 adb mouse. Sometimes, keys just don’t work on the keyboard, but when I unplug it and plug it back in, suddenly the mouse is slower than it was and the keyboard works fine. What’s going on with it? I’m running a hacked version of OS 8.1 on the LC III and haven’t had problems until yesterday
Posted by: LaPorta on 2021-09-09 10:39:20
A few things:

1. Uncertain about why that would be with the keyboard.

2. That is normal for the mouse: it is reset to "tablet" speed whenever you disconnect and reconnect it.

3. DON'T do that regularly: you will eventually fry your ADB port, possibly bust a fuse and have to repair the thing.
Posted by: Nixontheknight on 2021-09-09 10:41:30
A few things:

1. Uncertain about why that would be with the keyboard.

2. That is normal for the mouse: it is reset to "tablet" speed whenever you disconnect and reconnect it.

3. DON'T do that regularly: you will eventually fry your ADB port, possibly bust a fuse and have to repair the thing.
Understandable. I might take a look at my adb keyboard
Posted by: trag on 2021-09-09 22:38:42
There are one or two ADB Reset utilities available. Until you solve the underlying problem, that would likely save you from needing to unplug and plug.
Posted by: Nixontheknight on 2021-09-10 03:30:14
There are one or two ADB Reset utilities available. Until you solve the underlying problem, that would likely save you from needing to unplug and plug.
I disassembled and reassembled the keyboard and it fully works now
Posted by: trag on 2021-09-10 07:47:47
I disassembled and reassembled the keyboard and it fully works now

That's the best solutiion. I'm glad you were able ot fix it. Thank you for following up and letting us know how it turned out.
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