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    I need a mouse and a case, suggestions?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by hakoreh, Aug 1, 2006.

  1. hakoreh

    hakoreh Notebook Enthusiast

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    I need a wireless bluetooth mouse (preferably with back and forward buttons and NOT the v400) and a backpack suggestion and a messenger bag suggestion for a 15/4" DV5000t, extra battery, external HD, a math textbook, and the mouse. Thank you in advance!
     
    hakoreh, Aug 1, 2006
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    smokeshot7 Notebook Geek

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    I am not so sure about the bag, but i can tell you that a very good bluetooth mouse would be the logitech V270, it connects right away and is a pretty good size. I like it a lot
     
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    robfactory Notebook Consultant

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    booq makes pretty kewl bags. that's what i use. You can also look for the microsoft 6000 mouse.
     
    robfactory, Aug 1, 2006
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  4. hakoreh

    hakoreh Notebook Enthusiast

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    i forgot to add i cant go over $100 with the suggestions on the case or backpack.

    with my hp dv5000t i ordered their optical wired mouse the L2000 (the lance armstrong one) - should i just go with that and forget a wireless one?
     
    hakoreh, Aug 1, 2006
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  5. Leviev

    Leviev Newbie

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    I went with the logitech v200 which is about 40 bucks and targus TRADITIONAL NOTEPAC BLACK 600D which is about 50 bucks. I'm happy whith them.
     
    Leviev, Aug 7, 2006
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    whwtan Notebook Evangelist

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    Hi Hakoreh,

    My guess is that you're looking for a bluetooth mouse to save on the hassle of plugging something into your USB port. But do consider this before you make the plunge:

    1) Bluetooth eats more battery power. Which will be a concern when you're on the move. (You've stated that you need an extra battery pack, so I believe this will be a factor for you.)
    2) The mice usually come with non standard batteries. Which means you can't replace them easily or cheaply.
    3) They are big. So don't expect to find "notebook" mice with them. You'll be looking at desktop bluetooth mice.
    4) While this depends on luck, bluetooth compatibility is going to be more dicey compared to a normal wireless mouse which uses the USB slot. USB has been around a lot longer so the compatibility is higher.

    If you're still interested in bluetooth mice, perhaps you could try the offerings by Logitech and Microsoft. Share your experiences with us.
     
    whwtan, Aug 7, 2006
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  7. Syndrome

    Syndrome Torque Matters

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    I personally haven't ran into a compatibilty problem with bluetooth mice, And it seems as if there ever was one, with the correct software it would be easily fixed. I would probably go with Logitechs G7, its wi-fi not bluetooth, but it has 2 battery packs and a charger that is seperate from the wireless reciever. They are a little bit expensive, but money well spent if your using a computer alot.
     
    Syndrome, Aug 7, 2006
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