How to Determine OS/2 Version Before Installing Mouse (75695)



The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Serial-PS/2 Mouse
  • Microsoft BallPoint Mouse 1.0
  • Microsoft BallPoint Mouse 2.0

This article was previously published under Q75695

SUMMARY

To properly install a Microsoft Mouse or Microsoft BallPoint Mouse for an OS/2 system, you must first determine what version of OS/2 you are running. This information applies to all versions of the Microsoft Mouse and Microsoft BallPoint Mouse.

MORE INFORMATION

Change to an OS/2 command line (full screen or window). At the OS/2 command prompt, type SYSLEVEL. After a moment, the version and type (extended or standard edition) will be displayed.

If the command is not recognized by the OS/2 system, try changing to the DOS compatibility box and type SYSLEVEL to obtain the system information.

Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:8/15/2005
Keywords:KB75695