Track pad not clicking

I was able to click all boxes in system preferences and it won't work. I can move my cursor, but can't click. I also noticed that some say it is a battery issue, but I was reluctant to open computer. Wish battery was as easy to get to as macbook.

Hello kvieren
You would need to update your Mac’s operating system to Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard according to the system requirements. I have also provided the link to purchase Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard.
Magic Trackpad
http://www.apple.com/magictrackpad/
Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC573Z/A/mac-os-x-106-snow-leopard
Regards,
-Norm G.

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