PC mouse trouble
Mar 22, 2021 09:48:06 #
When a mouse starts actin up, I get a new one. I like Logitech wireless, but I'm using the wired mouse that came with this Dell right now.
Slightly off topic, but I love this keyboard. It's an Azio wired, lit-up keyboard. I have to look at the keys when I type, and the kbd area isn't well-lit. The lit-up keys make all the difference.
Slightly off topic, but I love this keyboard. It's an Azio wired, lit-up keyboard. I have to look at the keys when I type, and the kbd area isn't well-lit. The lit-up keys make all the difference.
Mar 22, 2021 10:01:16 #
jerryc41 wrote:
When a mouse starts actin up, I get a new one. I like Logitech wireless, but I'm using the wired mouse that came with this Dell right now.
Slightly off topic, but I love this keyboard. It's an Azio wired, lit-up keyboard. I have to look at the keys when I type, and the kbd area isn't well-lit. The lit-up keys make all the difference.
Slightly off topic, but I love this keyboard. It's an Azio wired, lit-up keyboard. I have to look at the keys when I type, and the kbd area isn't well-lit. The lit-up keys make all the difference.
Grossly off topic.
Mar 22, 2021 10:56:22 #
Remove the mouse from the device manager in control panel and reboot your computer, Windows will reload drivers automatically. It usually works, if not, you need a new mouse.
Mar 22, 2021 11:10:38 #
Mar 22, 2021 11:24:22 #
rck281 wrote:
Does anyone use a roller ball mouse anymore? If so, throw it away.
I have one as a backup, so I'm not throwing it away
The desktop still uses one, and a wireless can quit...
Mar 22, 2021 12:56:15 #
Amielee
Loc: Eastern Washington State
gvarner wrote:
What’s your experience with a faulty mouse? I had to do several clicks to get it to work but then I tapped it pretty hard and it works when I do that. The driver checked out Ok. Your comments would be appreciated. I think it’s time for a new one. It’s a wonder these little buggers hold up at all if you do much photo editing.
Left button on mine quit working yesterday. Changed primary button to right button and will buy a new one tomorrow. Can't get into town until then.
Mar 22, 2021 13:20:58 #
I would check the battery if wireless. If that doesn't work, toss it. They're fairly cheap nowadays.
Mar 22, 2021 14:18:14 #
therwol
Loc: USA
Longshadow wrote:
Yes, cleaning. Roller ball mice get dust (dirt) and mostly grunge on the X-Y roller rods. But that make pointer movement sporadic, not the buttons.
Who in the world is still using a roller ball mouse? If one was bundled with a computer you're still using, ditch the computer too.
Having said that, ditch the mouse. They're cheap.
Mar 22, 2021 14:24:24 #
therwol wrote:
Who in the world is still using a roller ball mouse? If one was bundled with a computer you're still using, ditch the computer too.
Having said that, ditch the mouse. They're cheap.
Having said that, ditch the mouse. They're cheap.
Years ago, I was doing a lot of CAD work and started experiencing carpel tunnel symptoms. I switched to a trackball mouse, and the problem cleared up. I just did a search, and see they are still recommended for CTS.
Mar 22, 2021 15:51:14 #
I have had the contacts inside the mouse for the left button wear out, taking apart and cleaning worked for a while
but ended up getting a new one.
but ended up getting a new one.
Mar 22, 2021 17:00:31 #
therwol wrote:
Who in the world is still using a roller ball mouse? If one was bundled with a computer you're still using, ditch the computer too.
Having said that, ditch the mouse. They're cheap.
Having said that, ditch the mouse. They're cheap.
🤔🤔🤔
Mar 22, 2021 17:21:18 #
therwol wrote:
Who in the world is still using a roller ball mouse? If one was bundled with a computer you're still using, ditch the computer too.
Having said that, ditch the mouse. They're cheap.
Having said that, ditch the mouse. They're cheap.
Why?
Cabled mice still work, I'm not going to use a mouse more than a foot or two from the desktop computer.
Get a wireless just because they're cheap?
Get rid of the wired mouse just because they're "old technology"?
My car is 10 years old. I KNOW there are cars out there now that do SO MUCH more, the latest and greatest technology. But I'm not a slave to technology, marketers, or latest-and-greatest.
But I do have a wireless mouse on my laptop.
Keeping my cabled mouse for my desktop thanks.
My phone is an S-III.
But the new ones do SO MUCH MORE! SO?
Yep, so much more than I need.
Mar 22, 2021 20:48:14 #
Had that happen to me back in the day,, shoulda seen the look on the ladies face at Radio Shack when I asked if they sold mouse balls.
Mar 22, 2021 21:32:56 #
usnret wrote:
Had that happen to me back in the day,, shoulda seen the look on the ladies face at Radio Shack when I asked if they sold mouse balls.
Mar 22, 2021 22:58:38 #
Buy a new one. What you described is the failure of the micro switches on the control board, you should try a new batterie, maybe even clean the batterie contacts with little alcohol, but if as you described normal press on the button does nothing and pounding works then the micro switches are toast.
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