how does it do with more than one pc? I will likely be using 2 thinkpads simultaneously, with a dell laptop too (roommate) all on same coffee table. Has anyone had any problems with the bluetooth device from other machines trying to pair with the mouse? I will likely switch the mouse between my thinkpads. thoughts anyone? how does it do with more than one pc? I will likely be using 2 thinkpads simultaneously, with a dell laptop too (roommate) all on same coffee table. Has anyone had any problems with the bluetooth... » Read More how does it do with more than one pc? I will likely be using 2 thinkpads simultaneously, with a dell laptop too (roommate) all on same coffee table. Has anyone had any problems with the bluetooth device from other machines trying to pair with the mouse? I will likely switch the mouse between my thinkpads. thoughts anyone? « Show Less
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Obviously you cannot use a Human Interface Device on two computers simultaneously! The mouse performs great with my two laptops. I just hit the connect button on the bottom to switch back and forth between the laptops
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I asked the same question, for the same reason, over at the Logitech forum. Unfortunately, for security purposes, the mouse can only "mate" with one computer at a time, so you can't use the mouse with both laptops simulataneously. However, you can make a shortcut to the mouse's connection in the Bluetooth Manager and it's pretty easy to switch laptops by just pressing the little button under the mouse.
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As someone who does own multiple of these mice (desktop, laptop, media center, probably another one for work):1. They'll work fine, and won't interfere. If you have any Logitech wireless keyboards you're using with them, though, I'd suggest pairing the mice with the existing keyboard dongles to minimize the possibility of the 2.4GHz channels getting clogged up with all the communication taking place.2. Yes. You could even use them simultaneously :)
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The dongle supplied (fits inside the mouse when not in use) is dedicated to the mouse and allows it to be used while another Bluetooth device is being used separately (via a second dongle). It also allows instant connection when you turn the laptop on so there are no Bluetooth connection menus to run through. It's seamless as far as the mouse is concerned.
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I am using it with two different laptops. 1) A Dell M4500, with the Dell it was a little flaky until we turned off Nvidia Optimus technology in the BIOS. It is working quite well driving two 24" monitors (1920 x 1200) on the Dell. I also have an external 30" running off the native Displayport connection. This configuration is working great, after I made the BIOS change. 2) I am using it on a Mac book Pro to drive a 30" Displayport monitor. On the MAC I also have two displays (1280 x 1024) being driven by old USB boxes. I got the latest drivers for both the PC and the MAC from: http://www.displaylink.com/ My experience has been that the suppliers drivers are a little behind the ones on the Displaylink site. I am using it with two different laptops. 1) A Dell M4500, with the Dell it was a little flaky until we turned off Nvidia Optimus technology in the BIOS. It is working quite well driving two 24" monitors (1920 x 1200) on the Dell. I also have an external 30" running off the native Displayport connection. This configuration is working great, after I made the BIOS change. 2) I am using it on a Mac book Pro to drive a 30" Displayport monitor. On the MAC I also have two displays (1280 x 1024) being driven by old USB boxes. I got the latest drivers for both the PC and the MAC... » Read More I am using it with two different laptops. 1) A Dell M4500, with the Dell it was a little flaky until we turned off Nvidia Optimus technology in the BIOS. It is working quite well driving two 24" monitors (1920 x 1200) on the Dell. I also have an external 30" running off the native Displayport connection. This configuration is working great, after I made the BIOS change. 2) I am using it on a Mac book Pro to drive a 30" Displayport monitor. On the MAC I also have two displays (1280 x 1024) being driven by old USB boxes. I got the latest drivers for both the PC and the MAC from: http://www.displaylink.com/ My experience has been that the suppliers drivers are a little behind the ones on the Displaylink site. « Show Less
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I had the same question when I saw this mouse. Searching the user reviews for "bluetooth" shows this mouse is NOT bluetooth compatible. The mouse specs say "Bluetrack technology", but it apparently requires the USB dongle. Hopefully MS will release a future Arc Touch mouse that supports bluetooth. I'd like to replace my laptop travel bluetooth mouse with a portable flat designed mouse like this one.
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I don't think that technology is ready for mice. There are a lot of problems. Just google for BT problems with mouse. I have a Bluetooth Samsung laptop. I already used 2 BT mouse. It worked for a few months. The laptop stopped recognizing the mouse. I can see the mouse from my phone but not the laptop. I will not buy BT mouse anymore... Perhaps that is the reason why they don't manufacture BT mice. NANO USB works much better...
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I don't see where it would be a problem. I use 2 M705's in the same room, about 10 ft away, with no problems. You can pair up to 6? devices to the same unifying receiver.I have never tried pairing the same mouse to 2 different machines though.....I'm guessing you could. Might present a problem if both machines were being used at the same time by 2 different people?
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Yes. You can use until 4 bluetooth devices at the same time. I use a bluetooth mouse and let my USB free for other devices. Using a mouse I can play games much better than using the touch screen. It's a MUST HAVE for Iconia.
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Technically NO. But I used one, since the 'click' is bit harder to use (have to press it hard). Logitech small mouse is wonderful. I use 2 monitor (total 3 including the laptop display) so, wireless keyboard and mouse is handy. But when I use it portable, I can live with the touchpad only....
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Thanks DSY! My plan is to use an external mouse. I've never been able to get use to any notebook pointer device except ThinkPad's little red pointer. Appreciate the response.Anyone else want to comment?
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Wireless keyboard and monitor in StarTech, dongle for mice in each cpu. Sounds logical to me!Just looked at other respondent. I don't follow what "crashed" means. I had a problem with StarTech, contacted their tech support. Disconnected everything from StarTech and reconnected. Everything is now fine!
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The only issue I have is that the mouse sometimes begins to act erratic. I have to move it closer to the dongle, then back again, and then it's okay. Happens every couple days. In the beginning, the mouse was doing it constantly, and the keyboard would miss keystrokes. To fix, I had to install a separate USB bracket in a rear expansion slot (plugged into a USB header on my MB) so the dongle was not in close proximity of other plugs/cables going into my PC. Keep in mind...my PC is on my desktop about 2 feet away from the keyboard/mouse; shouldn't be ANY problems. Well, not always, but usually, you get what you pay for. :/ The only issue I have is that the mouse sometimes begins to act erratic. I have to move it closer to the dongle, then back again, and then it's okay. Happens every couple days. In the beginning, the mouse was doing it constantly, and the keyboard would miss keystrokes. To fix, I had to install a separate USB bracket in a rear expansion slot (plugged into a USB header on my MB) so the dongle was not in close proximity of other plugs/cables going into my PC. Keep in mind...my PC is on my desktop about 2 feet away from the keyboard/mouse; shouldn't be ANY problems. Well, not always, but... » Read More The only issue I have is that the mouse sometimes begins to act erratic. I have to move it closer to the dongle, then back again, and then it's okay. Happens every couple days. In the beginning, the mouse was doing it constantly, and the keyboard would miss keystrokes. To fix, I had to install a separate USB bracket in a rear expansion slot (plugged into a USB header on my MB) so the dongle was not in close proximity of other plugs/cables going into my PC. Keep in mind...my PC is on my desktop about 2 feet away from the keyboard/mouse; shouldn't be ANY problems. Well, not always, but usually, you get what you pay for. :/ « Show Less
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This mouse was inconsistent in pairing, so I would imagine it would be worse if you didn't have a bluetooth with your PC and have to go with another source. It only worked a few times, then every day I would have to pair the mouse and many times it would pair at all.
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This bluetooth mouse only requires your laptop to have bluetooth capability. However, I found this to be an unworkable solution as it would not connect to my Windows 7 computer. So maybe you might wanna try one of the more reputable mice. Pay a bit more for the reliability. That solution worked for me.
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I had the same problem. It seems to work for me if I turn the power off in-between each use--meaning when I'm done working I turn it off and then turn it back on when I'm ready to use again. I've found that I need to do this if I have not used the keyboard for longer than an hour. Additionally, I always need to do this if I move my laptop to another room and then bring it back to my desk. This is an unfortunate problem because I really like the keyboard, except for this problem. BTW, I purchased the Bluetooth Sculpt Mouse at the same time, and I've never been able to get it to connect properly for longer than a few minutes. I had the same problem. It seems to work for me if I turn the power off in-between each use--meaning when I'm done working I turn it off and then turn it back on when I'm ready to use again. I've found that I need to do this if I have not used the keyboard for longer than an hour. Additionally, I always need to do this if I move my laptop to another room and then bring it back to my desk. This is an unfortunate problem because I really like the keyboard, except for this problem. BTW, I purchased the Bluetooth Sculpt Mouse at the same time, and I've never been able to get it to connect... » Read More I had the same problem. It seems to work for me if I turn the power off in-between each use--meaning when I'm done working I turn it off and then turn it back on when I'm ready to use again. I've found that I need to do this if I have not used the keyboard for longer than an hour. Additionally, I always need to do this if I move my laptop to another room and then bring it back to my desk. This is an unfortunate problem because I really like the keyboard, except for this problem. BTW, I purchased the Bluetooth Sculpt Mouse at the same time, and I've never been able to get it to connect properly for longer than a few minutes. « Show Less
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I can't speak directly for the ThinkPad Edge as I don't own one. I checked the Lenovo site for the specs on E545 and it lists the following:"Bluetooth 4.0 combination with WLAN"It's a straight Bluetooth mouse that will require drivers provided by Lenovo for the mouse itself. When I first installed this mouse with the supplied drivers, it would intermittently lose connection. Lenovo had an updated driver on the site and once installed, it worked perfectly. If it has Bluetooth, which it appears it does, then it should work fine.
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I can't speak directly for the ThinkPad Edge as I don't own one. I checked the Lenovo site for the specs on E545 and it lists the following: "Bluetooth 4.0 combination with WLAN" It's a straight Bluetooth mouse that will require drivers provided by Lenovo for the mouse itself. When I first installed this mouse with the supplied drivers, it would intermittently lose connection. Lenovo had an updated driver on the site and once installed, it worked perfectly. If it has Bluetooth, which it appears it does, then it should work fine.