by Richard Griffin on April 7th, 2006

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The pointer on my Logitech optical mouse will randomly "scoot" across the desktop screen without warning. Is this a windows issue, or a cheap mouse?

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  • by jalex137 on July 3rd, 2006

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    I just learned something new on this. My new Dell Optiplex has been doing this. I checked Dell's online knowledgebase, and they said it can be casued by the reflectivity of the mousepad surface. Ironically, it can even be a problem with the Dell mousepad that comes with the PC--which was what I was using. I switched to a dull, fabric covered pad and have had no more problem. The mouse doesn't slide quite as easy, but I prefer the tradeoff. So, I'd say, try a non-reflective surface rather than a desktop or hard surfaced mousepad.

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  • by Vertical on May 18th, 2006

    Vertical

    Well if it is not working properly, while in use, it could be because you have an optical mouse, a scratch on your mouse's lens. I doubt it is a Windows error. Try blowing any dust off the lens, without scratching it.

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