How to Use a Wireless Mouse with a Laptop

By eHow Computers Editor

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Most users don't like the trackball mouse that is built-in to most laptops, but a wired external mouse can be difficult to carry around with the computer. A wireless mouse is a better option: there are no cable hassles, it is easy to carry around and, most importantly, it is comfortable to use. Here is how to use a wireless mouse with a laptop.

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Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

Laptop computer
Wireless mouse

Step1

Check to see if your laptop supports wireless technology (Bluetooth, 802.11 or other). If it doesn’t, you will need a wireless receiver. If it does, verify that your laptop is compatible with your wireless mouse, which could use either Bluetooth technology or a radio signal.

Step2

Unpack your mouse and open its battery compartment. The wireless mouse won’t receive any power from the laptop, making batteries necessary.

Step3

Add new batteries to the compartment. Make sure that the + battery end is inserted into the + niche in the compartment.

Step4

Place the mouse where it is easy to use and least stressful on your fingers.

Step5

Place your wireless receiver appropriately if your laptop doesn’t support wireless technology. The receiver should be kept at least 8 inches away from the laptop or any other object that would cause any interference.

Step6

Place the wireless receiver anywhere from 8 inches to 6 feet from the mouse.

Step7

Insert the driver CD into your laptop and follow the instructions to install the software for running the mouse.

Step8

Connect your receiver to the laptop by plugging in the mouse’s USB connector to the USB port of the laptop. If you do not have a free USB port, simply use an external USB hub for more ports.