What type of connector is used to connect Dell mouse to the computer?
Dell mice generally use a USB connector to connect to a computer. Some older models may have used a PS/2 connector, but USB is the more common type of connector used nowadays.
Dell mice are typically connected to computers using a USB (Universal Serial Bus) connector.
To determine the type of connector used to connect a Dell mouse to a computer, you can follow these steps:
1. Look at the connector on the end of the mouse cable:
- Older Dell mice generally use a PS/2 connector. This connector is round and has pins inside.
- Newer Dell mice typically use a USB connector. It is rectangular and has a flat, rectangular-shaped connector.
2. If the connector is round and has pins inside:
- It is a PS/2 connector.
- You will need to check your computer to see if it has a PS/2 port. The PS/2 port is usually color-coded, with green for the mouse.
- If your computer has a PS/2 port, you can connect the mouse directly using a PS/2-to-PS/2 cable.
3. If the connector is rectangular and flat:
- It is a USB connector.
- Most computers nowadays have USB ports. They are rectangular in shape, with a USB symbol next to them.
- You can connect the Dell mouse to the computer using a USB cable. Plug the USB connector into any available USB port on the computer.
It's worth noting that newer Dell mice may also support wireless connectivity through Bluetooth or dedicated wireless dongles. In such cases, you won't need a cable to connect the mouse, but you will have to follow the manufacturer's instructions to connect it wirelessly.