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    looking for a cheep but good glass/plastic/metal mouse pad

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by bsfmm, Sep 1, 2006.

  1. bsfmm

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    OK I am ordering parts for a friend and I need to get him a mousepad that is solid because he will not be using his notebook on a flat surface. I personally use an icemat but I don't think he is keen on a glass pad. he will be using a laser mouse so i needs to be laser compatible. kinda looking in the $15 or less catagory. found this on newegg but I am not sure if its solid or not. I think it is. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16817114135 suggestions?
     
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  2. mikez

    mikez Notebook Evangelist

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    IMO, I think investing in a mouse pad is a waste. A dollar mouse pad will function as well as an expensive one, again, that's must MO.
     
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    I think I worded it wrong. he will mostly be using the pad on his bed so a floppy pad is not feasible. it needs to be hard/solid
     
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    errrr my bad, I am actually using his account on here too. lol need to change username
     
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  5. mikez

    mikez Notebook Evangelist

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    LOL, I always use my mouse on my bed without a problem.
     
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    chris2pher71 Notebook Evangelist

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    ghetto suggestion:

    Get a piece of ply wood or two layers of cardboard, cover it in fabric. Staple to fabric to the bottom.

    optional: write mousepad on it with a sharpie.

    More practical suggestion:

    Use a book and put a floppy pad on it.
     
    chris2pher71, Sep 1, 2006
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  7. burningrave101

    burningrave101 Notebook Deity

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    The fUnc series mousepads are some of the best. I actually have a 1030 and an Archetype that are in real good condition to sell if your friend would be interested.
     
    burningrave101, Sep 1, 2006
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