Re: Apple 2 keyboard

["Charles F. Downing" <downingc@msn.com>]

david vickers wrote in message <3453E116.7BD8@access.mountain.net>...
>iZaphod1342 wrote:
>>
>> >I am looking for an Apple 2 keyboard.  Thank you.
>>
>> Well, here are a few places you could try:
>>
>> 1) Garage sales, thrifts, bargain bins, etc.
>> 2) comp.sys.apple2.marketplace (Usenet)
>> 3) Your local computer store
>>
>> Remember that most Macintosh keyboards _will work_ with an Apple ][. (//+
and
>>  //e excluded - they had built in keyboards!)  Ones that *require* a
PowerMac
>>  will not work.  But basically, any keyboard that works with a Mac LC
should
>>  work with your ][.
>i have a few. Plus other parts.

    Where to find a keyboard depends on what model Apple you use:
    If it's an Apple II, Plus, e, c, c+, etc., you'll need to check
mail-order part places, or flea markets, etc for either the keyboard or the
same system you use, with a working keyboard, dirt cheap and scrap it for
the keyboard.
    If it's a IIgs, buy a Macintosh ADB keyboard (an original Mac or Mac
Plus board won't work).  I would recommend the regular ADB keyboard or the
extended ADB keyboard.  Most will work, but some won't, especially if they
have integrated pointing devices or are the ergonomic type.  I know for sure
that the Apple Adjustable keyboard (or whatever Apple's ergonomic keyboard
is called) won't work.  Try checking the Apple II FAQ - it has a nice long
list of what may or may not work.

Chris Downing - elmo127@juno.com