How to set up a wireless mouse on a laptop

The cordless device is convenient because the cords do not take up space and do not accumulate dust. But if a person has not used a wireless device before, problems may arise, because there is no plug, and it is not clear how to connect the mouse. It's best to use the instructions. But let's find out what to do if it's not there.

Setting up a wireless mouse: step by step

To connect, we need a receiver; it is this that establishes the connection between the computer and the mouse. To configure you need to do the following:

1. Install batteries in the mouse. Unlike wired devices, wireless ones require batteries to connect. Unlike a mouse, the receiver is able to work without batteries; it connects directly to the computer and receives energy from the latter.
2. We connect the receiver. Usually a USB connector is used for this, but some older models may require connection to a mouse.
3. Connect the mouse to the receiver. As a rule, there is a special button on the receiver for this. And the mouse has a small button inside the hole. The buttons must be pressed for about 10 seconds.
4. We install the receiver at a short distance.
5. If you connected the receiver directly to your computer, you can immediately start working with the device. If it is a mouse, you will need to restart the computer.
6. Check functionality.If you move the mouse, the cursor should move along the same path.

What problems may arise during setup

In most cases, the hole with the mouse button is very small, which blocks the ability to use your fingers to turn it on. Try using a paper clip, pencil or match.

If both devices work correctly, but the signal is not transmitted, the reason may be that the distance between the mouse and the receiver is too large. Try shortening it.

If the cursor does not move during the test. Try changing the position of the receiver. It may not be able to pick up signals.

Another problem is that there are no batteries. Without a battery, the mouse will not work. They may have already run out and need to be replaced.

You may need to install certain software. It comes complete with a disc-shaped mouse. Simply insert it into the drive and perform a series of simple steps suggested by the installation wizard. If there is no driver, you can download it from the Internet.

Attention! Perhaps the purchased receiver also requires a driver for installation. Try reading the instructions and find out what is needed for the device to work properly. The driver must be on the disk, but it can also be downloaded from the Internet.

If you have other problems, try restarting your computer.

The mouse still doesn’t work: what to do?

If you've checked all the steps and your device still doesn't work, something might be wrong. You can check the functionality of both the receiver and the mouse by connecting them to another laptop. Another common reason is a broken USB port. If you can determine that one of the devices is faulty, you should contact a service center for repairs.

Connecting a wireless mouse is very simple. Typically, the Windows operating system does most of the steps on its own, you only need to connect the devices and turn them on.