Microsoft Wireless Mouse 5000

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Together with the Wireless Mobile Mouse 4000 and 6000, it is also one of the few rodents in Microsoft’s arsenal which are completely ambidextrous, so southpaws rejoice.

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Pull down the mouse’s Bluetooth switch while your computer is scanning, so your computer can detect it.Additionally, the mouse is compatible with Mac operating systems, further expanding its usability across different platforms. Because of its low profile and gentle slope it doesn’t quite give enough support to your palm – especially after extended use you’ll notice the difference between this and a dedicated, contoured right-hander like Logitech’s MX1100 or even Microsoft’s own Laser Mouse 6000.

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Despite its many features, it’s really easy to connect, and all you need to do ahead of time is make sure that your computer is Bluetooth compatible. Its model number might indicate that Microsoft’s Wireless Mouse 5000 sits somewhere between the cheaper 3000 and ‘top-of-the-line’ 8000 wireless mice. Editorial independence means being able to give an unbiased verdict about a product or company, with the avoidance of conflicts of interest. On surfaces like your desk or cloth you wouldn’t notice any difference between it and laser, but getting onto more challenging things like marble, thick carpet or even bark, BlueTrack lets you work where no mouse has worked before. There is no difference between that and the standalone version we have here apart from the all black trim setting it apart from the old-school grey and black, two-tone stylings of the mouse in the desktop set.The better your problem and question is described, the easier it is for other Microsoft owners to provide you with a good answer.

Microsoft Wireless Mouse 5000 / Software for Windows 10? Microsoft Wireless Mouse 5000 / Software for Windows 10?

Once installed, open the program, locate your mouse model in the device list, and select "Button Mapping" or a similar option. Unfortunately the recess is quite shallow meaning the dongle protrudes from the base, but at least it’s held in securely thanks to rubber grips. With a wireless range of 9 meters, users have the freedom to move around without being restricted by the mouse's positioning. As I mentioned, when looking at the mouse as part of the kit, the scrollwheel and middle-button are the weakest points of this otherwise solid mouse.

You should see options for Bluetooth connections; if you don't, then your computer most likely doesn't have Bluetooth.

Microsoft Wireless Mouse 5000 (English - 97 pages) User manual Microsoft Wireless Mouse 5000 (English - 97 pages)

Its compatibility with different platforms and 8-month battery life make it a reliable choice for various computing needs. If the cursor is moving unpredictably, first ensure that the optical sensor on the bottom of the mouse is clean and free from dust or debris.Microsoft’s Wireless Laser Mouse 5000 uses Bluetooth technology to connect to your desktop computer or laptop. There are five buttons, with the usual Microsoft software for button-mapping, though the placement of the forward and backward buttons being on opposite sides of the mouse makes navigation more awkward than if they were aligned on the thumb side only. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. If these steps do not resolve the problem, consider updating the mouse driver software or contacting Microsoft support for further assistance.