> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://guide.cronuszen.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://guide.cronuszen.com/mouse-and-keyboard/connect-and-configure.md).

# Connect & Configure

Get your mouse and keyboard working with the Cronus Zen™.

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Once your mouse and keyboard are connected to the Cronus Zen™, they act as a controller. You will not be able to use them on your PC any more unless you switch them back manually.

Plan for a **second set** of mouse and keyboard, or a **USB-powered MK Switch** to toggle between PC and Zen.
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#### Turn off scripts

Before connecting anything, press the right blue **Memory Slot** button on the Cronus Zen™ and cycle through until the Collective Minds logo appears on the OLED screen.

That means no GamePacks or scripts are active.
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#### Connect your devices

| Port          | Device           |
| ------------- | ---------------- |
| **A1**        | Controller       |
| **A2**        | Keyboard         |
| **A3**        | Mouse            |
| **PROG USB**  | Cable to your PC |
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#### Check device detection

Open Zen Studio on your PC, go to the **Device** tab, and look under **Connected Devices**. Your mouse and keyboard should appear.

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A device shown with a question mark still works — it only means Zen Studio has no icon for that model.
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#### Test the input

In Zen Studio, open **Tools → Device Monitor**.

| Test              | What you should see                                                      |
| ----------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| Move the mouse    | **RX / RY** values change — your mouse is read as right stick movement   |
| Press **W A S D** | **LX / LY** values change — your keyboard is read as left stick movement |
| Press **Space**   | Confirms additional mappings are working                                 |
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