Things You'll Need:
- PS/2-to-USB converter (if necessary)
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Step 1
Determine the input on your bar code scanner. If the scanner cord ends in a rectangular plug, it is a USB input device; if it is round, it is a PS/2 input.
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Step 2
If necessary, connect the PS/2-to-USB converter to the end of the cord.
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Step 3
Plug the cord into a USB port on your laptop computer.
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Step 4
Wait for the computer to detect the hardware and install it. When you see a notice in the bottom corner of your screen, the bar code scanner will be ready to use. You may have to manually install software bundled with the scanner.
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Step 5
After installation, you can use your bar code scanner with any compatible computer program.












