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jumpy optical mouse

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my optical mouse has a mind it's own on occasion. while dragging it, it will occasionally take off to a corner and has to be dragged back into view. kj

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try updating the drivers for the mouse from the manufacturers site

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Name: squirrel
Date: December 21, 2004 at 17:31:56 Pacific

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make sure the surface your mouse is on is nice and smooth.

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Name: OtheHill
Date: December 21, 2004 at 18:42:49 Pacific

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There needs to be some type of texture to the surface in order for the optics to work right.

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Name: Bill McMinn
Date: December 21, 2004 at 20:40:35 Pacific

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Also try cleaning the lenses at the bottom of the mouse.

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Name: NAN
Date: December 21, 2004 at 22:34:36 Pacific

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There is setting for the mouse in control panel. Adjusting them (to slower) may help!

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Soem mouse mats can cause this problem. If your using one try the mouse without it.

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