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    Alternative to broken Touchpad

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by TwiztOG43, Oct 21, 2008.

  1. TwiztOG43

    TwiztOG43 Notebook Evangelist

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    is there something that would be an alternative to a broken touchpad?
    (besides a mouse) because i use my notebook in places where there is no room for a mouse
     
    TwiztOG43, Oct 21, 2008
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  2. hehe299792458

    hehe299792458 Notebook Deity

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    You could get one of those really tiny mouse to use on the plam rest area. Or, of course, you could just have the touchpad fixed. Other than that, I can't think of any thing.
     
    hehe299792458, Oct 21, 2008
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  3. X2P

    X2P COOLING | NBR Super Mod

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    How about n external touchpad?
     
    X2P, Oct 21, 2008
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  4. PhoenixFx

    PhoenixFx Notebook Virtuoso

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    If you are talking about the computer in your sig, then buy a new palmrest (which also includes the touchpad). You can find one for around $30 on eBay.
     
    PhoenixFx, Oct 21, 2008
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  5. TwiztOG43

    TwiztOG43 Notebook Evangelist

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    i actually did get a new touchpad, but the problem was in fact the slot where the touchpad connects to on the motherboard.
    so unless i want to get a new motherboard, then there is nothing i really can do.
     
    TwiztOG43, Oct 21, 2008
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  6. Michel.K

    Michel.K 167WAISIQ

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    Isn't there a way of modding the notebook so you can fit an USB-touchpad there? :)
     
    Michel.K, Oct 21, 2008
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    CalebSchmerge Woof NBR Reviewer

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    How about a trackball? You don't need much space for it, and you get full use of the mouse.
     
    CalebSchmerge, Oct 21, 2008
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    Crimson Roses, Oct 21, 2008
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  9. TwiztOG43

    TwiztOG43 Notebook Evangelist

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    wow, i have tried trackball before, man that was awkward and uncomfortable

    i dont know im now leaning torwards the
    mogo expresscard bluetooth mouse
    or the logitech mx air
     
    TwiztOG43, Oct 21, 2008
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  10. TwiztOG43

    TwiztOG43 Notebook Evangelist

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    ok, a follow up on what im looking for...
    i just saw the mx revolution and the vx nano
    and i really like the vx nano because i dont have to worry about the usb dondle, but i was wondering, is it better to get wireless or bluetooth?
    because if i were to get a bluetooth dondle (miniature one) i can also connect other devices as well, but i dont like having a mouse that lags though.

    i currently have this crappy 30 dollar Creative Freepoint mouse and it lags like a ***** sometimes, no matter what surface its on, whether its a mouse pad or wooden desk.
     
    TwiztOG43, Oct 21, 2008
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  11. WarlordOne

    WarlordOne Notebook Evangelist

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    You can use a mouse on your palmrest when there's no room on the desk. If you have one, try it.
     
    WarlordOne, Oct 21, 2008
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  12. Michel.K

    Michel.K 167WAISIQ

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    What's the difference between wireless and bluetooth? Bluetooth has always been wireless!? :D
    Hehe


    I would go for the bluetooth device as it can be used with other bluetooth devices also!
     
    Michel.K, Oct 21, 2008
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  13. alissab

    alissab Notebook Enthusiast

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    A trackball that you operate with your thumb is more comfortable than you would think when you get use to it. Thats what I prefer to use over the touchpad on my laptop.
     
    alissab, Oct 21, 2008
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