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Microsoft’s Wireless Laser Mouse 5000 uses Bluetooth technology to connect to your desktop computer or laptop. It offers versatility and freedom by eliminating wires. 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.
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Turn on your PC’s Bluetooth transceiver. If you’re using a laptop, the Bluetooth switch is usually located along the sides or you can use a keyboard shortcut. If you’re using a desktop, you can turn on Bluetooth using a software program. Just refer to your computer’s operating manual or contact the manufacturer if you don’t know how or where the switch is.- There should also be a Bluetooth icon in your task tray.
Put batteries in the mouse. Open the panel under the mouse and put in two AAA size batteries.Advertisement
Power on the mouse. Slide the Power switch to the left. A green LED will tell you that it’s on.
Go to your computer’s Bluetooth setting and have it scan available Bluetooth devices nearby.
Pull down the mouse’s Bluetooth switch while your computer is scanning, so your computer can detect it. The Bluetooth switch can be found on the underside of the mouse.- Once your computer has detected the mouse, it will show up under the list of detected devices on your computer’s Bluetooth setting.
Select your mouse from the list. After selecting, your computer will start bridging a Bluetooth connection with it.- After your computer successfully connects with the mouse, you can start using it.
Community Q&A
- QuestionHow can I check whether or not my computer has Bluetooth capabilities?
Community AnswerGo to your Device Manager or System Preferences. You should see options for Bluetooth connections; if you don't, then your computer most likely doesn't have Bluetooth. You can also do some searching online for Bluetooth instructions on your specific computer model/brand.
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- Microsoft Wireless Laser Mouse 5000 is designed for notebooks. However, you can still use it with desktops as long as it has a Bluetooth feature.Thanks
- Some desktops do not come with a Bluetooth. To use Microsoft Wireless Laser Mouse 5000, you’ll need to purchase a Bluetooth dongle, which you can plug to any USB port of your computer to make it Bluetooth-enabled.Thanks
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