Mouse

[andsome]

For some time now I have been getting pain in my right hand, due possibly to arthritis or rheumatism, and am convinced that a small computer mouse does not help matters. I have found on line a Logitech Cordless Trackman Wheel. It seems to be designed for people with this problem. My existing set up is a TRUST cordless mouse and keyboard. They both share a common receiver, and the lead from this splits into two plugs, one is pale green and the other is a lilac colour, these plug into two small round sockets into the back of the computer. My fear is that I may get conflicts, as I cannot uninstall the mouse drivers separately from the keyboard drivers. The link below shows the mouse in question, plus several reviews. The general opinion seems to be that I would not have to install the mouse drivers, as it would work with Windows drivers. If I unplug the existing mouse plug, leaving the keyboard connected, will this give me any problems? Will the new mouse plug into the small plug socket in place of the old one, or will I need a USB adaptor? Has anyone had any experience of this particular rodent? Are there any sensibly priced alternatives which could be recommended for my problem? I don't really want to buy a new keyboard as well. The prices for this product appears to vary wildly, but the link is to what appears to be the best price, and also the reviews which I mentioned.

E Buyer

[rong]

I have had two mice running at the same time with no problem (one was USB and the one I moved moved the cursor) and it should not affect the keyboard.

[andsome]

Thanks for that, but does anyone on here have any experience of this particular rodent?

[AlanHo]

My Microsoft cordless mouse did not work with my previous Logitech cordless keyboard and transmitter.

However - I was able to use both mice when both transmitters were installed without interference.

I ditched the cordless keyboard and both mice to revert to a corded one when Acronis would not respond to the cordless units when doing a restore. I recall from a previous post that your Acronis works with a cordless mouse - perhaps the TRUST model has a magic ingredient.

Have you considered that your hand problem might be due to bowling - can you not change to a ball-less bowl.

[andsome]

My Microsoft cordless mouse did not work with my previous Logitech cordless keyboard and transmitter.

However - I was able to use both mice when both transmitters were installed without interference.

I ditched the cordless keyboard and both mice to revert to a corded one when Acronis would not respond to the cordless units when doing a restore. I recall from a previous post that your Acronis works with a cordless mouse - perhaps the TRUST model has a magic ingredient.

Have you considered that your hand problem might be due to bowling - can you not change to a ball-less bowl.

It's in the left hand as well, but shows up worse in the right hand after some time on the computer. I have also had a suggestion that I try a wrist rest. That looks as though it might be promissing, I could then carry on with the trust set up.

HERE

[rong]

I assumed you would have a gel wrist pad, as this is the first thing to try

[andsome]

I have now spoken to technical support at Logitech. I am assured that since my computer will boot to CD using a Trust cordless mouse, they can guarantee that it will also do so using their mouse. He claimed that it all depends on Bios settings, and mine appear to be OK.

[andsome]

I have ordered the rodent from Amazon. A little more expensive regarding the price, but delivery is free, so it works out better. Thanks to those who answered.

[andsome]

Ordered Thursday, dispatched yesterday, arrived today. Excellent free delivery from Amazon. Easy to use straight from the box. A little slower to scroll with the roller that to move the whole thing with a standard mouse, but DEFINITELY easier on the hand. I recommend it.

[-pops-]

I'm a fan of auto scrolling: Press the scroll wheel and you get an up/down arrow (and a left/right one if there is horizontal scrolling. You then move the mouse slightly in the direction you want the scrolling to go. The further away from the arrow marker, the faster the scroll. To stop, just click a button or the scroll wheel.

Sorry if this is telling you something you already know but I have found a number of people who don't know about it.

One definite advantage - it saves a lot of finger action which I can do without; having, like you are getting, andsome, arthritic hands.

[andsome]

I'm a fan of auto scrolling: Press the scroll wheel and you get an up/down arrow (and a left/right one if there is horizontal scrolling. You then move the mouse slightly in the direction you want the scrolling to go. The further away from the arrow marker, the faster the scroll. To stop, just click a button or the scroll wheel.

Sorry if this is telling you something you already know but I have found a number of people who don't know about it.

One definite advantage - it saves a lot of finger action which I can do without; having, like you are getting, andsome, arthritic hands.

Pressing the scroll button does show an arrow, but the mouse is not meant to move at all, but your suggestion works by pressing the scroll button and then moving the roller ball slightly, THANKS. It has USB and a PS2 adaptor. I have used the adaptor as it means that I don't have to plug into the front of the computer, all my rear USB ports are in use. I have NOT installed the CD as it worked straight from the box. Would there be any point in installing the software, as everything seems fine without it?

[-pops-]

If it ain't broke - - - .

You might get some extra things but I doubt if they are of very much interest/importance.

[D4\/!d]

...another thing to consider is, does your chair have arms. I find that resting my elbow on the chair arm takes pressure (weight) off my wrist. Ensure the arm is level with the desk top, so that your elbow is at 90 degrees.

I am also told to have the keyboard towards you, right at the edge of the desk/table in front of you. So that your wrists are lower that your finger tips when keying. I find that too awkward myself, but that's what I should be doing for correct posture.

Keyboard and mouse should be close, and directly in front of you. Elbows to stay under shoulders when keying (I won't say Working..!! :D ) Only use a wrist rest when resting not keyboarding.

Hope that helps :)

[andsome]

I have tried a chair with arms and cannot get on with it. I am more comfortable without chair arms. My keyboard is on a slide out table ans is lower then my elbows. I find that this is ideal. Regarding what pops said about the possibility of a few extra thing, I cannot think what they might be. Altogether, my first impressions are that I have made a good purchase.

[-pops-]

One of the first things I bought when I started my own business was a high backed leather chair with arms - never regretted it. It was expensive - not one of those two for twenty five quid efforts that Viking do.

The next thing was a dedicated computer desk with slide out shelves for keyboard and underneath. That was a construct it yourself job but it went together quite easily.