Bought a microsoft optical mouse

Larry_OHF · 11-13-2002, 07:54 PM

So far, everything seems to be gerat. I read that although Microsoft has issues with it's software, one thing they knew how to make right was their hardware. I decided to buy a Microsoft optical instead of a Logitech. I needed one, due to the ball-powered mouse always clogging up (1/mo), so Optical was the only serious choice for me. I do not do well with the track balls. I like how it glows red and all. Nice visuals. The only problem is that my freeware pointer graphics were taken off during installation of the software.

chrisofthedale · 11-13-2002, 08:00 PM

I have a logitech one and its great!

Lord of Alcohol · 11-13-2002, 08:07 PM

My now semi-new computer came with a logitech mouse, which I didnt like the way the scrolling button worked. So I put my old microsoft mouse on. Well it just bought the farm (died) So I put the Logitech on back and then noticed it didnt have the ball underneath lol. When I hooked the computer up out of the box I didnt even look! I do like the lack of having to clean the ball (although I can assure you I clean my balls) and am getting used to the scrolling button. I just wish it scrolled smoother like my old Microsoft

but oh well

11-13-2002, 08:13 PM

Just out of curiosity, why did you pick a microsoft mouse over a logitech? I got my Logitech 2 years ago and my friend has been through 3 Microsoft mouses in that time. Plus he takes better care of his hardware than me.

Ladyzekke · 11-13-2002, 08:16 PM

I am currently using a Kensington mouse, was only twenty bucks, and it works just fine, scroll wheel included

antryg · 11-13-2002, 08:23 PM

After years of using logitech; I switched to microsoft when I got my first optical mouse. It has worked great for me and I've had it for 2 years. I'm not a microsoft fan by any means. (Bill Gates is a government agent and Microsoft is owned by the CIA) My computer is home assembled from parts and brands that I wanted. This time I chose microsoft for my mouse and keyboard.

Lord of Alcohol · 11-13-2002, 08:28 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by ladyzekke:
I am currently using a Kensington mouse, was only twenty bucks, and it works just fine, scroll wheel included

I had a pre-scroll wheel Kensington, it lasted for years! [img]smile.gif[/img] It was smooooooooooootttthhhhhhhhhhhhh

[ 11-13-2002, 08:28 PM: Message edited by: Lord of Alcohol ]

Ronn_Bman · 11-13-2002, 08:35 PM

When I bought my new computer 6 months ago, one of the BIG things I insisted on was an optical mouse.

Like LofA, I kept my balls clean, but this is soooooooo much simpler!

Lord of Alcohol · 11-13-2002, 08:39 PM

Well Ronn clean balls are happy balls [img]smile.gif[/img] Far more reproductive and way easier to handle on the pad [img]smile.gif[/img]

Larry_OHF · 11-13-2002, 10:53 PM

Well, maybe there is a problem. I have the thing set up that reports explorer problems to Microsoft when an error occurs. I usually ahve one or two/mo...but I just had four within 60 seconds! wth???

Can this be related to my new mouse? I am running 98SE.

Add two more to that in the last five minutes! ARRHHH!!

[ 11-13-2002, 10:57 PM: Message edited by: Larry_OHF ]

11-13-2002, 07:54 PM	#1
Larry_OHF Ironworks Moderator Join Date: March 1, 2001 Location: Midlands, South Carolina Age: 48 Posts: 14,759	So far, everything seems to be gerat. I read that although Microsoft has issues with it's software, one thing they knew how to make right was their hardware. I decided to buy a Microsoft optical instead of a Logitech. I needed one, due to the ball-powered mouse always clogging up (1/mo), so Optical was the only serious choice for me. I do not do well with the track balls. I like how it glows red and all. Nice visuals. The only problem is that my freeware pointer graphics were taken off during installation of the software. __________________

11-13-2002, 08:07 PM	#3
Lord of Alcohol Xanathar Thieves Guild Join Date: January 8, 2001 Location: Charlotte,NC Age: 60 Posts: 4,570	My now semi-new computer came with a logitech mouse, which I didnt like the way the scrolling button worked. So I put my old microsoft mouse on. Well it just bought the farm (died) So I put the Logitech on back and then noticed it didnt have the ball underneath lol. When I hooked the computer up out of the box I didnt even look! I do like the lack of having to clean the ball (although I can assure you I clean my balls) and am getting used to the scrolling button. I just wish it scrolled smoother like my old Microsoft but oh well __________________ No

11-13-2002, 08:16 PM	#5
Ladyzekke Ironworks Atomic Moderator Join Date: January 7, 2001 Location: Virginia, U.S.A. Age: 57 Posts: 9,005	I am currently using a Kensington mouse, was only twenty bucks, and it works just fine, scroll wheel included __________________ Reality Show Recaps

11-13-2002, 08:23 PM	#6
antryg Fzoul Chembryl Join Date: August 30, 2002 Location: Dallas, Tx. Age: 21 Posts: 1,765	After years of using logitech; I switched to microsoft when I got my first optical mouse. It has worked great for me and I've had it for 2 years. I'm not a microsoft fan by any means. (Bill Gates is a government agent and Microsoft is owned by the CIA) My computer is home assembled from parts and brands that I wanted. This time I chose microsoft for my mouse and keyboard. __________________

11-13-2002, 08:35 PM	#8
Ronn_Bman Zartan Join Date: March 11, 2001 Location: North Carolina USA Age: 57 Posts: 5,177	When I bought my new computer 6 months ago, one of the BIG things I insisted on was an optical mouse. Like LofA, I kept my balls clean, but this is soooooooo much simpler! __________________ [img]\"http://home.carolina.rr.com/orthanc/pics/Spinning%20Hammer%20Sig%20Pic.gif\" alt=\" - \" />

11-13-2002, 08:00 PM	#2
chrisofthedale Account Removed by Request Join Date: September 9, 2002 Location: Canada Age: 36 Posts: 534	I have a logitech one and its great!

11-13-2002, 08:13 PM	#4
Deathbringer Guest Posts: n/a	Just out of curiosity, why did you pick a microsoft mouse over a logitech? I got my Logitech 2 years ago and my friend has been through 3 Microsoft mouses in that time. Plus he takes better care of his hardware than me.

11-13-2002, 08:39 PM	#9
Lord of Alcohol Xanathar Thieves Guild Join Date: January 8, 2001 Location: Charlotte,NC Age: 60 Posts: 4,570	Well Ronn clean balls are happy balls [img]smile.gif[/img] Far more reproductive and way easier to handle on the pad [img]smile.gif[/img] __________________ No

11-13-2002, 10:53 PM	#10
Larry_OHF Ironworks Moderator Join Date: March 1, 2001 Location: Midlands, South Carolina Age: 48 Posts: 14,759	Well, maybe there is a problem. I have the thing set up that reports explorer problems to Microsoft when an error occurs. I usually ahve one or two/mo...but I just had four within 60 seconds! wth??? Can this be related to my new mouse? I am running 98SE. Add two more to that in the last five minutes! ARRHHH!! [ 11-13-2002, 10:57 PM: Message edited by: Larry_OHF ] __________________

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