600m wireless mouse?

okay-how to avoid that problem??  stick with dell brand? brand new 600m and trying to avoid problems.

Thanks

rubytuesday33,

Thank you for using the Dell Community Forum.

You can certainly add 3rd party mice to the system after you purchase the computer.  You just need to be aware that certain third-party drivers tend to conflict with the touch-pad.

Which drivers conflict with the touchpad?

You shouldn't run into any problems if you don't install the drivers for the external mouse. Some may interfere, while others don't. I would suggest not installing them anyways. They may give some extra funtioning, but all the basic functions should work right out of the box.

If you are looking for a notebook mouse that is small, take a look at the Logitech Cordless Optical Mouse for Notebooks. It has a smaller design, optical technology, and it is cordless as well. You can get more info on this mouse by visiting Logitech's website at www.logitech.com

For what it is worth, I use the  Logitech Cordless MX Duo keyboard mouse combination.  It was plug and play, you don't have to load the software unless you want to take advantage of all the extra features.  As far as portability I would definetly go with something smaller.  I just like the Logitech MX mouse for its accuracy and ergonomic design.

I researched several cordless mice.  The downside is the batteries do not last long. Getting some NiMH rechargeable batteries will do the trick, but have an extra set on hand.

My girlfriend uses a Microsoft optical mouse.  It is pretty small and works well.  I personally like a bigger form factor, just a matter of preference.

Check it out:

http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/mouseandkeyboard/productdetails.aspx?pid=007

I have both a Microsoft Wireless Intellimouse Explorer (drivers incompatible with Synaptics Touchpad) for when I'm at Home, and a Micro Innovations Wireless Optical Notebook mouse for when I'm not (didn't use the drivers with this one).  The Microsoft supposedly has 6 months of battery life (unable to confirm as I've had it for 2 months), has "ergonomic" design although mouse comfort is purely subjective, and has a smooth (not "notched") scroll wheel and 5 buttons which are handy when browsing.  Being that the Intellipoint software is incompatible with the Synaptics (which I choose to use) software some of the advanced features are not enabled (Tilt wheel, button remapping, battery and signal level indicators).  The Resolution on the MS is only 400dpi so even with pointer speed on high, it still seems slow on a high res screen.  The Micro Innovations mouse is one of my better purchases.  Its a notebook mouse so its about half the size of conventional mice and the receiver is about the size of a USB Memory key.  An important feature is the off switch, which is important if it may be shifting around in a notebook case as conventional Wireless Mice rely on non-movement to go into power saving mode.  Its very comfortable (for me), has a fairly stylish design, and is very responsive (has an 800dpi sensor).  My only complaint with it is that battery life is marginal, I get about 1 month on a set.  However this is probably because it uses AAA's to keep the size down, rather than the more common use of AA's.  The MS mouse is available everywhere, found the Micro Innovations at CompUSA, although I'm sure you can get it elsewhere, as for any concerns of the Micro Innovations being a "brand X", the mouse comes with a lifetime warranty, and they are an OEM for both IBM and Compaq.

 

Thanks everyone for your feedback. I have done some more research on this and it appears that a wireless mouse may cause more problems for me than it is worth.  The logitech webite is filled with complaints about wireless mouse use.  I have decided to purchase a MS corded mouse.  Again, I appreciate your thoughts and advice!

If you have the synaptics touchmad, MS Intellipoint software will not be compatible with it.  The mouse will still work without loading the software, but you may not be able to fully configure the buttons.

Hello all:

I am looking for an infrared mouse compatible with my Inspiron 600m.  I want something to use all day at my office.  This is my criteria:  

• on/off switch
• rechargeable (not stuck on this)
• I am willing to carry a full size mouse with me and actually prefer one for all day use

Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

Inspiron 600m, 1.7GHz, 256 Mb, SXGA, Wireless a/b/g, 40Gig, additional battery, XP Pro

Hello

 

I just got a mouse for my 600m and it worked great right out of the box-no software to load. It's a Microsoft Notebook optical mouse, part #x08-86054-02.  USB port only.  Thanks all for your feedback.