Magic Mouse connects...sort of

I'm replacing a Mighty Mouse (USB) with a brand new wireless Magic Mouse.
Following the Magic Mouse instructions, I turn it on, get a solid green light.
Then on my iMac, I select:
+System Preferences > Mouse > Set Up Bluetooth Mouse+
It appears to find the Magic Mouse, so I click continue.
But then it kicks back to the Mighty Mouse menu. No menu/set-up for the Magic Mouse.
Wrinkle: The Magic Mouse now does move the iMac cursor, but no swiping or scrolling ability.
I've tried going through the steps again. Still the same exact result.
Any help appreciated.
Message was edited by: Penman61

Problem solved. My mistake:
I had neglected to download and install the Wireless Mouse Software Update 1.0 (or later), as the Magic Mouse instructions +clearly say+.
I just did so, and now the Magic Mouse is fully operational.
Sorry for the hassle. Word to the wise...

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