Does the mouse use a ball for tracking or a laser?
1676412
I have used several different models of these Logitech keyboards and mice, from MK270 through MK520. They all had a device that emits a focused light beam, like a laser, just not through a process of optical amplification based on the stimulated emission of electromagnetic radiation, which a general description of a laser. The difference is immaterial in the mouse as far as I can determine. These "otical source" mice have enough resolution to do HD graphics work. They work far better than the first lasers did, in fact.
1676413
Actually, it's neither. It's an optical mouse. As far as I know though, the ball mouse hasn't been manufactured in about 20 years.
1676414
As a few other answers mentioned, this is an optical mouse. Laser mice are better but more expensive; however, most people ought to be satisfied with this optical solution.
1676415
It is optical, NOT laser. The main difference between laser and optical is: when used on a reflective surface (e.g. glass, polished metal, etc) a laser device will still work (but is generally much more expensive). Just get the optical mouse and use a pad or any non-reflective surface.
1676416
There is no ball on the back of the mouse. So I guess it is laser. I love this product by the way....
1041629
In the Mac OS, there's a system preference called "Mouse" that allows you to set tracking speed (which works for any input device; mouse, trackball, etc.). I would imagine Windows has something along the lines of this as well. Have you looked around in -- what is it called in Windows? Control Panels?
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The iHome wired mouse I bought has a split push down mouse button type on the ends where the traditional buttons go. There is a track ball as well. If you were to press them that would be 3 button features. On the mouse itself it does not look like there are any buttons at all. I am satisfied with this mouse for my needs and would buy another if I wanted it.
1860941
There is no track ball. You move the mouse. I have a very small mouse pad and it is sufficient for all the maneuvering needed. It takes a week or two but you get used to the vertical position fairly quickly.
994691
I'm not sure what you are asking. You keep it in one place and move with the ball. It does have a scroll bar next to the ball.
2112022
I had carpal tunnel surgery on both my wrists. I would NEVER use a regular mouse. I LOVE the trackball!!
908392
It works fine with the laser on a cordless mouse. I don't use it for that because my keyboard is so wide there's no room for the mouse comfortably. But it works.
1196952
No, it uses a wired mouse, but a wireless mouse is cheap at places like Walmart. I prefer a wired mouse because I don't have to keep turning it on and off. I love this laptop it's fast and always works.
994690
Sorry I do not know. Why would you ever want to go back to a mouse after a trackball?
2196338
To answer your question, the pen is a replacement for the mouse only in a pen shape and does not have ink or graphite. The pen has a laser light and functions the same as the mouse, I personally like it for drawing as I'm use to pencils and paper or brushes and canvas.
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No, I don't know why. I'm using a laser mouse too. But, it's not a gaming mouse. Your mouse might need a specific type of friction?
755713
The goal of both laser mice and optical mice is to provide a way to transform the motion of the user's hand into digital signals that the computer can use. The main difference between laser and optical mice is the type of light that is used to track movement on the computer screen. While a standard optical mouse uses an LED light, a laser mouse contains a small laser that is used to monitor the movements of the mouse and represent them on the screen. For this reason, a laser mouse is typically more expensive.
639406
I'm not sure. I was having issues with my elbow and so I got this mouse to help with relieving pressure and "correct" my hand position. Prior to this I used a trackball mouse.
137096
This mouse uses what Logitech calls "Dark field" technology for tracking and it works perfectly on virtually every surface - no mousepad needed - it's the primary reason I go this mouse and I am quite happy with the performance.
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No, you should NOT see a light. But if you hold it close to your eye and look carefully, you may see the laser very faintly.This is a laser mouse. If you had an OPTICAL mouse then you definitely would see a bright light under your mouse. Laser is a different technology and does not need a bright light in order to track. Having no light is normal. Don't listen to anyone else, they obviously don't know what is the difference between laser and optical.
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This mouse makes use of the standard USB mouse drivers included in Windows and requires no additional driver. It should be recognized as soon as you plug it in. If it isn't, you almost certainly have a defective device. Did the laser light ever come on? If not, you DEFINITELY have a bad mouse...
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Personally, I never used the mouse provided. It feels like a toy. Also, the Macs mouse is too great to replace. Other than that, this product is perfect