Optical mouse for 10.6

I've been trying various LASER mice for months, and I just can't get them adjusted to the feel I like. I love the OPTICAL mouse I use at work, on a Windows machine. Then I read about laser mice being more sensitive than optical mice, so maybe I just like a less sensitive mouse.
But I'm having trouble finding an optical mouse that says it's compatible with Snow Leopard.
Any suggestions? I would prefer wireless, but a wired USB mouse would be OK. Also, preferably one that is NOT designed for laptop or mobile use.

I haven't tried the Magic Mouse, but I replaced the Mighty Mouse the same day I bought the iMac.

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I am going to start looking for a new corded optical mouse before long. There’s nothing wrong with mine but i want one in reserve just in case considering its two years old and still going strong.
I see a lot and I mean a lot of corded mice, most are well beyond my budget. It would have to be one that is a ‘ plug and play’, no software required kind of mouse.
I have my eye on getting another Dynex since I have had no trouble with that company before.

Rocketfish is good too
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DriverManager, hoping for something to help the optical mouse

I tried a web search for "toshiba mouse drivers" so I could check for up-to-date drivers for the otpical mouse for a laptop A205 toshiba computer (Windows Vista). I found a program to download and install DriversManager, which would scan the computer and tell me what drivers could use updating. None of the items listed seem to be specifically for the functioning of the optical mouse. I took no further action to update any drivers, and even so, I would not understand what to do.
The basic problem for the A205 laptop is when the computer is either Started or Restarted, the connected mouse, regardless of which mouse used, will not work. When the mouse is physically disconnected and then reconnected, it then works normally. I hoped that a mouse driver update would be a fix for this fairly small problem.

I tried a web search for "toshiba mouse drivers" so I could check for up-to-date drivers for the otpical mouse for a laptop A205 toshiba computer (Windows Vista). I found a program to download and install DriversManager, which would scan the computer and tell me what drivers could use updating. None of the items listed seem to be specifically for the functioning of the optical mouse. I took no further action to update any drivers, and even so, I would not understand what to do.
The basic problem for the A205 laptop is when the computer is either Started or Restarted, the connected mouse, regardless of which mouse used, will not work. When the mouse is physically disconnected and then reconnected, it then works normally. I hoped that a mouse driver update would be a fix for this fairly small problem.

I have an optical mouse that came with my Mac Pro plugged into the USB port on the keyboard. After a year of working normally, the trackball all of a sudden stopped scrolling down. It scrolls up just fine, but not down. Any thoughts?

I have an optical mouse that came with my Mac Pro, the only thing plugged into the USB port on the keyboard. After a year of working normally, the trackball all of a sudden stopped scrolling down. It scrolls up just fine, but not down. Any thoughts?

Well
I tried all of the suggestions, sort of. I did not have alcohol wipes, but I did take alcohol and pour some ona white paper towel and then rolled the mouse touch ball aroound and that finally cleared up the problem. Just inverting it on paper did not do the reick, it needed some help with the alcohol. Of course the probelm is the debris that gets inside and it really needs to come out.
This is a huge problem for RIM devices users too.

Problems with Vista 64b and Scrollpoint Optical Mouse

I have a desktop system with a Scrollpoint Optical Mouse, 33L3250, and with the latest Vista maintenance, the Mouse seems to be acting a bit funky. The mouse pointer will be going along fine, and then just stops for a couple of seconds.
I tried to go and find the latest drivers:
http://www-307.ibm.com/pc/support/site.wss/document.do?sitestyle=lenovo&lndocid=MIGR-66913
as near as I can make out is the latest. Shows:
Version: 5.18 Release Date: 2009/09/11
but this does not seem to recognize the Mouse, still using parts of the Microsoft Mouse driver. Mouse is plugged in via PS2 at the moment. When I go look at the programs installed, I cannot find anything from Lenovo or IBM related to the mouse, so I'm not sure if running Setup.exe from the appropriate directory worked (or, for that matter, how to uninstall it). What I do see is MouseSuite 5.18 on the Mouse properties, last (right-most tab). But the first tab kind of acts up, blank options, etc.
Has anyone else seen this problem, worked through it? Any later drivers I should be trying to use?

OK, tried a reinstall, got a little further:
Mouse Suite no shows up on the uninstall list (Mouse Suite, no manufacturer, no version, unfortunately, but does show a 1/3 date)
When I go into Control Panel/Hardware and Sound/Mouse, I see some anomalies:
Buttons Tab: Mouse: field is blank, Button: Function: same, pull downs also blank
Last tab shows Lenovo Mouse Suite, Version 5.18, etc.
However, any time I press OK on one of the screens, I get a Windows error:
Windows host process (Rundll32) has stopped working.
And then the whole thing goes down.
Looking at the application error messages, I see:
Faulting application rundll32.exe, version 6.0.6000.16386, time stamp 0x4549bb52, faulting module kernel32.dll, version 6.0.6002.18005, time stamp 0x49e041d1, exception code 0xc0000005, fault offset 0x0000000000012575, process id 0x8b8, application start time 0x01ca8c91ff6985bc
I should note that the Hardware is still showing Microsoft PS/2 mouse, and the driver is still showing Microsoft 6/21/2006 6.0.6001.18000
c:\Windows\system32\DRIVERS\i8042prt.sys
c:\Windows\system32\DRIVERS\mouclass.sys
which kind of looks to me like the Lenovo install failed to update those (or conversely, on reboot, Vista 64 reverted). So not sure what to do next.

Using an optical mouse with my s10e

Hi
I am not able to use any optical mouse with my s10e. Ayn driver available?
Thank you

Hi, but that didnt solve your problem...
I have a little quest for you, to near the fences around the wild mice ...
Did you use the factory installed XP ?
in that case...yes..
in case of no jump to END
Did other usb devices recognized , like flashdrive/external hdd/keyboard ?
have you try it on both ports ?
if not ...
have you activate /installed Quickstart ?,
if yes .
. then plug in the usb mouse and
start QS for testing...external mice/keyboard should be recognized...
if the answer is yes...
i think its better to set the XP system to fresh factory recover ,
if you answer all upper quest with no your S10e mainboard could be broken , so you have to call for service..
END
Did you install the system self... ?
yes
Did you have complete XP with SP3 install ?
yes
Did you have shrink windows with nlite ?
yes
Did you install all drivers chipset and so on ..
Did you have yellow signs in the system device manager ?
hope that you find the solution...
sincerely KalvinKlein
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Optical mouse problems

I can't find answers or a closely related discussion.
My Logitech Optical mouse started doing strange things today and was really bad, is now a bit better..but still not right.
I can't open the 3 different volume icons on my desktop, except by highlighting the icon and opening it under Finder/File/Open....or Command O.
Also, the screen/desktop occasionally and suddenly turns a deep blue-green shade and the windows zoom to opposite corners like....what? Expose? (not sure..don't use it). Just rapid, zooming windows.
I can now scroll and open folders..couldn't earlier; windows would flash open and immediately close; couldn't drag/move the finder or application windows around the desktop; can now. Most of the improvements came after dumping the Logitech updates and all related files.
I updated the Logitech software and the problem got a lot worse. Now I've tossed all the Logitech software and installed USB Overdrive 10.4.5; I've repaired permissions, run disk repair from a backup; rebuilt the directory w/DW; unplugged and plugged the mouse cable in again directly to the computer; rebooted.
The problem occurs even when I boot from either of two external HD bootable system volumes. I have also run all utilities and created new directories for them. All is green on DW so I assume, from running on three different systems, that the common problem is the mouse. The remaining problems seem to be:
-not being able to dbl or single click open the HD and other two volume icons on the desktop (I actually could for a while then lost it again); and
-the disturbing blue-green screen that occurs occasionally and suddenly with the zooming windows. If I run the cursor over the windows, I get a little oval tag that tells the name of the window. If I click on the desktop then they disappear and return to the way they were. It's all fast like when Dashboard Widgets appear and disappear.
Any ideas for help..please? I've been at it all day. Thanks.

Have now discovered that a Safe Boot doesn't change anything, so I ran this terminal command and the result said each pref listed (and there were a lot) was OK.
find ~/Library/Preferences /Library/Preferences-type f -name "*.plist" | sed -e"s/$.*$/\"\1\"/" | xargs plutil -lint
I also discovered that when I have any app open, I can cause the dark blue-green screen by moving the cursor to the top left corner of the screen.
This problem came on rather suddenly and I'm trying to think of what's new w/apps..think I updated ClamXav.app shortly before this started. I rarely use that but when I opened it, got the prompt for an update, so I did. Think I'll dump that and see what happens.
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Optical Mouse frozen?

My 8330 optical mouse is not working...I have taken the battery out of the back numerous times. I haven't dropped it or spilled it...Any suggestions?

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Microsoft Wireless Optical Mouse dead

I got what a Microsoft Notebook Wireless Optical Mouse back in May I think it was, worked great and loved it until yesterday, now it is unresponsive. I've "reset" it. Tried it on several different machines including Windows XP, all the same results, simply no response. System profiler recognizes the receiver is there. I guess it just died, too soon for that, bummed. Any ideas? I'm going to beat on it and possible freeze it for fun since I have nothing to loose.

My problem is kinda similar. After a pretty severe problem with the Mac the other day (and doing an Archive and Install of OSX 10.4) I have found my MS Wireless Optical Mouse 2.0 is not working properly. Basically I cannot designate the buttons to do what I want them to do. I have tried the MS software (Intellipoint 5.1) and USB Overdrive (10.4) both of which I have used successfully in the past. However, with USB O/D installed every button becomes a control + click. With the MS software it just ignores my preferences.
Anyone have any ideas on how to get round this, it is very frustrating not having the buttons do what I am used to them doing.

Whats a good mouse for mac other then a mighty mouse?

cause i've been though afew mighty mouses and i'm kinda getting tired of them breaking no matter what I do I can't get it to scroll up or to scroll left.
and i've tried cleaning it didn't work so just going to get another mouse for it.
what is a good alternative mouse for mac.
around 50-75$?
thats the only problem i've had out of apple is the mice they sell aren't as good as everything else they sell.

Hi,
Apple mice have always been awful; I only ever liked the +ADB Mouse II+.
I'm very happy with my Microsoft Intellimouse Optical six years on. The five buttons work really well with Dashboard, Exposé (and Spaces) and worked just as well back in OS9. The cable is also a decent length. I've also got a wireless version (1000) in grey/white with just three buttons, although the transceiver is quite chunky.
Here's a five button Bluetooth version (link) that I've got my eye on at the moment.
cheers
mrtotes

Best Mouse for 9.2.2?

I use 9.2.2 exclusively, and my Apple Optical Mouse just stopped working. I've tried a few cheap mice, but they all have low resolution.
Could you please offer some recommendations regarding which mice work best with 9.2.2?
Thanks for your time.
J.C. Westin
G4 Mac OS 9.2.x

Hi, J.C. -
I've used Logitech, Kensington, and Microsoft mouses - all worked well. I've ended up using the MS Intellimouse Explorer models, mainly because of the shape of the mouse - it suits my hand best.
However, I do not use the software that comes with the mouse. Instead, I use USB Overdrive, which provides better control and no conflicts.
One thing to consider when using an optical mouse is the surface. A fine textured or matte surface is better than a smooth, shiny, or patterned surface; a dark surface is better than a light one. Oddly, an old cloth-covered black or dark blue mouse pad is near perfect.

Best mouse for G5

hi, I have a Logitech-MX518 corded mouse which I use with my g5. It works pretty well but much better when I plug it into a PC
Is there a good mouse for mac? I find the apple ones a bit cumbersome
thanks

I got 3 of these, 1 for my G5 and 1 each for my eMacs.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/USB-3D-OPTICAL-SCROLL-WHEEL-MOUSE-FOR-LAPTOP-PC-LEDW0QQitemZ290363612658QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMice?hash=item439b051df2#ht_4845wt1156
I didn't like the multi-colour flashing led, so replaced it for a constant blue one.
Life is so much easier with right click. The scroll works as intended and the scroll push down button even works with the odd game of Halo
You don't need to break the bank to have a good mouse.

Logitech Cordless Optical Mouse doesnt work with mac os x 10.4.5?

I just bought a Logitech® Cordless Optical Mouse in japan to use with my powerbook running os x 10.4.5...the mouse doesnt seem to work with the native bluetooth system. so I plugged in the supplied reciever and could get the mouse to move the cursor, but only that. buttons dont work. I down loaded some kind of device manager from the logitech web site but just as the apple bluetooth manager it does not "discover" the mouse.
I noticed that the system requirements for the logitech device manager is osx 10.3 - 10.4.2 so im wondering if my system is to new for this product.
all this i found out after i bought the mouse, and it is a little irritating...it said it was mac compatible on the box...
should I be waiting for an update from logitech or apple concerning this problem.
or is there an easy fix/ anyone else have this problem?
thanks
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Hi, © ! — or do you prefer Ulfur?
What model? "A Logitech® Cordless Optical Mouse" covers a lot of territory. For example, I have a CordlessOptical11 mouse that's several years old — and IrDA, not Bluetooth. This Logitech page contains a chart defining the name and "device model string" for each product, based on the M/N stamped into the bottom of your mouse. Better safe than sorry: Logitech's support — particularly for Mac folk — can be somewhat challenging. [1]
From there, you might try to confirm that you have the correct driver from Logitech's Support »» Downloads »» Mice page —
— but, Oops! — unfortunately, it may only link to Windows-compatible drivers.
Logitech has used their own patented RF technology for years — and some of their "Bluetooth" products "may not" actually provide Bluetooth functionality in Macs. (OK, that was tongue-in-cheek: I really mean "do not.") The mice usually work, though.
AFAIK, Logitech Control Center 1.6.2 is their latest driver for USB mice. (They have other mouse drivers, too.)
However, as this page explains, their V270 Bluetooth mouse supposedly doesn't require a driver separate from what's provided by Apple.
You may want to search this forum for differing views on this. Also, go to this Logitech user forums page and click to select the Macintosh forum. I won't deny you the (dis-?)pleasure of reading about others' experiences...
[1] Sorry, I don't mean to be as discouraging as I've probably made things sound. Most Mac folks have actually had pretty good experience with Logitech USB and Bluetooth mice — but Logitech Support's attitude toward Mac users could be improved. Please check things to confirm what's what — then post back, and I — or someone else who's using an MX900 or MX1000 or V270 or whatever Logitech mouse — will try to help further.
Looking forward to hearing back from you,
Sincerely,
Dean
[2] The links I've provided all work within Logitech's US website (I just tested). If appropriate, you may want to start fresh from the Logitech home page and find comparable international pages.
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Optical mouse DC172B on HP Pavillion laptop

Just purchased online HP USB 2 BUTTON OPTICAL MOUSE ALL DC172B . UNABLE TO UPDATE DRIVER TO ACCEPT IT ON MY HP PAVILION LAPTOP

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BIOS Version:
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Please be as specific as possible so that I may be able to provide reasonable support where available.
The mouse is designed for use with WIndows Vista and should not require a driver if that is what you have currently installed on your pc.
System requirements
Windows Vista Business 64*, Windows Vista Business 32*, Windows Vista Home Basic 32*, Windows 2000, Windows XP Professional or Windows XP Home 32* (No driver is required for this device. Native support is provided by the operating system.), xpe, ce.net, Linux, XP-64
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TS1986 how to connect usb optical mouse with scroll to mac

hey its manish hea
please can i get to know how to connect usb optical mouse with scroll so tat it can be used for AUTOCAD 2011
i connected the mouse but its not working
please suggest

Welcome to the Forum!
Well, there is no big deal about USB mouse, it's plug and play.If your mouse doesn't work at all, then its broken, or it's not compatible with mac. Test it in a PC.

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