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AEK II on Windows 10?
Posted: 24 Mar 2021, 01:33
by Thorogrimm
Hey guys, I was wondering if it's possible to easily or intermediately find a way to use the Apple Extended Keyboard II on a modern Windows PC? I've got one in my sights right now and I'd really like to own it, but I don't know if it would be worth paying for something that isn't going to be of any use.
Re: AEK II on Windows 10?
Posted: 24 Mar 2021, 01:35
by Willy4876
Long story short, yes you can. You can either buy a premade converter or if you have some basic electronics skills you can build one. Price will range from ~$15-$40 for a converter iirc.
This thread might be useful to you.
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=23939
Re: AEK II on Windows 10?
Posted: 24 Mar 2021, 01:37
by Rayndalf
Something like this should work
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=14290.0
I don't have an ADB convertor, but it should be pretty similar to an XT convertor.
Re: AEK II on Windows 10?
Posted: 24 Mar 2021, 01:41
by Findecanor
The
wiki lists four converters, including Hasu's TMK (linked-to above). I've also seen some on eBay that are not in the Wiki.
Re: AEK II on Windows 10?
Posted: 24 Mar 2021, 09:37
by Muirium
One which recently came to my attention:
https://www.drakware.com/shop/p/adb2usb
Not tried it myself though. Another thing to try is Orihalcon’s store on eBay.
Re: AEK II on Windows 10?
Posted: 24 Mar 2021, 10:51
by ntv242ver2
Thorogrimm wrote: ↑24 Mar 2021, 01:33
Hey guys, I was wondering if it's possible to easily or intermediately find a way to use the Apple Extended Keyboard II on a modern Windows PC? I've got one in my sights right now and I'd really like to own it, but I don't know if it would be worth paying for something that isn't going to be of any use.
Yeah need a converter tho, we would be happy to guide you through making one, shouldn’t cost you more than 10 quid. Go get that boi!!
Re: AEK II on Windows 10?
Posted: 25 Mar 2021, 12:55
by Bjerrk
Dude! That's my main mouse too!
Re: AEK II on Windows 10?
Posted: 25 Mar 2021, 13:17
by ddrfraser1
I too use a computer. Methinks we could be the same person
Re: AEK II on Windows 10?
Posted: 25 Mar 2021, 13:27
by Bjerrk
ddrfraser1 wrote: ↑25 Mar 2021, 13:17
I too use a computer. Methinks we could be the same person
It's uncanny, man.
(Also, the spam post by
kerlin above mine is gone, so now this makes even less sense, impressively enough!)
Re: AEK II on Windows 10?
Posted: 25 Mar 2021, 15:41
by Touch_It
up until 2 weeks ago i was using an AEK on windows 10 with a griffin iMate. There were a bunch on ebay a while ago for $40.00 but those seem to have dried up. Shame, as its literally plug and play if you don't want to tinker.
