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‎03-13-2017 08:46 PM

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Product: HP Pavillion Slimline
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 (32-bit)
Hey all,

I recently cleaned out my old Compaq tower to see if it still worked. I made the mistake of connecting that tower to my current desktop's monitor, keyboard, and mouse.

Now, none of those implements function when connected to my HP Pavillion tower. Since, I was already in the mood, I cleaned up my Pavillion tower, but made sure that all connections and fans were placed properly again.

When disconnected from my current tower, my monitor is aware that there is no connection. But, when I hook up the VGA, it goes to sleep instantly and will stay there.

What could I possibly do now that my mouse and keyboard won't work anymore?
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‎03-13-2017 08:58 PM

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Ah.... the Compaq was running Windows Millenium Edition. In case that helps.
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