Targus Wireless Optical Notebook Mouse PAWM10U - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

Thanks Joe!

http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/download/download.aspx?category=MK

complete range of drivers

hope this helps

The problem is that the wires for the adapter go through the hinge, and sometimes the can craqck their solders, or even break in some cases. I would check and see if you can open the case of the adapter and see if there are any breaks in wiring, or if any solder points are broken or cracked. If so, you might be able to re-solder them and restore the functionality.

Go in to your BIOS nd check to see that they are turned on. Also, you may have to reload your driver.

It sounds, to me, like the batteries need replacing. There is a diagram in the user manual here:

http://www.targus.com/us/Downloads/PAKP003_UG.pdf

Check the battery compartment contacts - they sometimes get corroded from an old battery that leaked. Try to scape it off with a sharp blade.

Remove the battery cover from the top of the mouse
by pressing the battery cover hinge located on the
bottom of the mouse and sliding it off.

Make sure that your mouse is situated on non-conductor surfaces such as wood and/or plastic. The same principle applies is your sensor is connected via a cable and is movable.

you need to download the driver for it into your computer here is the website to click onto and choose the driver you will need

http://www.driverfiles.net/Input-Devices/Targus/page,level2,485,20,resultpage1.html

This is kind of hard to diagnose without more information but i can try to help you out. Has the mouse ever worked? If the mouse was working fine and just quit working then you most likly will need to change the batteries. Once you change the batteries you will have to then re-sync the mouse with the usb device the plugs into the computer. Its usually just as simply as hitting the button the the usb device (adapter that connects to the computer) and then hitting the button on the bottom of the mouse (usually on the bottom) if this is the first time you are installing the device usually u put batteries in the mouse. Then you do the same sync process above. I hope this helps
Thanks
Steven.

Some mouses require a special device driver, but it could also be a USB problem. Is the mouse recognized at all in the Device Manager?

this may or may not help. Did you try replace the batterys. if so you must resync the mouse to the notebook. this is usually done by hitting the little button on the usb stick. then hit the button on the bottom of the mouse.
Just a thought thanks
Steven.

Try to check out the link... there isn't an exact model but you might find a similar one with the same functionality as what you have... hope this helps

http://office.manualsonline.com/manuals/mfg/targus/targus_mouse_product_list.html

Try this dude..Hope u will get the necessary help.


Pretty much I cannibalized a pack of battery charging adapter plates, soldered the three wires to them, trimmed & bent them a little.. and then epoxied them down to the battery hold-down in their appropriate places. A little trimming was done on the plastic so the contacts could reach in far enough without obstruction.

After having the mouse sit around useless without a working battery in it.. for months, which definitely irritated me... I looked up 3.7V li-ion batteries and came across the "klic-5001 battery" (google it) and ordered two. The first one I destroyed trying to solder the wires directly to the battery contacts.. which just ruined all the internal li-ion battery components(i.e. DO NOT TRY DOING THAT)... the second battery, which I never tampered with whatsoever, is connected to the mouse via the contacts I described above. The klic-5001 batteries by the way do fit very well in the hold-down meant for the original battery.

End result: one, exceptionally well working MX1000 mouse which I can replace the rechargeable battery inside anytime it begins to get to aged and not working so well... ^_^ It charges as normal and the battery monitoring works like nothing ever changed.

You will need to follow the manufacturers instructions on setting up the mouse. Here is a copy of the instructions for download (Below is a viewable copy). Based on what you indicate, it is possible that the drivers are not loaded for the usb reciever or that one of the installation steps was not done correctly or completely. Please review the instructions and start from the first step.
Here are the instructions:

Targus Wireless RF Mouse USER’S GUIDE Making Your Mobile Life Easier.® Visit our Web site at: www.targus.com Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. © 2004 Targus Group International and Targus, Inc.. 400-0111-001B

System Requirements To use the RF mouse, your computer must meet the following hardware requirements and run one of the operating systems listed below. Hardware • PC with a Pentium® processor or equivalent • USB interface • Mouse • Receiver • 2 AAA batteries • Three inch USB extension cable • Carrying pouch Targus Wireless RF Mouse Operating System • Windows® 98/Me/2000/XP NOTE: The third button and the scrolling wheel only work with the operating systems listed above. If you use the RF mouse with a different operating system, it will lose its enhanced features and function as a standard, twobutton mouse.

Connecting the Mouse Receiver To connect the mouse receiver: 1 Plug the USB receiver into an available USB port on your computer. 2 Your computer’s operating system identifies the receiver and begins installing the default driver. Follow any on-screen procedures to complete the default driver installation. Using the RF Mouse Installing the Batteries 1 If the mouse is on, slide the on/off switch on the bottom of the mouse to the “off” position. 2 Remove the battery cover from the top of the mouse by pressing the battery cover hinge located on the bottom of the mouse and sliding it off. NOTE: The battery cover is also the top cover of the mouse.
Targus Wireless RF Mouse 3 Insert the supplied batteries, making sure that the positive (+) and negative (-) ends of each battery match the polarity indicators inside the battery housing. WARNINGS: When replacing the batteries, you may use alkaline or other heavy-duty NiMH batteries. Never use an alkaline with a NiMH battery in a device. Avoid mixing new and used batteries in a device. 4 Slide the battery cover back into position until it “clicks” firmly into place. 5 Turn on the mouse be sliding the on/off switch on the bottom of the mouse to the “on” position. The optical sensor, located on the bottom of the mouse, glows red. Establishing a Communications Link The RF mouse has 256 identification codes that allow the mouse and its receiver to operate without interference from other radio frequency devices. After your computer detects the USB receiver and the driver software is installed, you must establish a communications link between the mouse and its receiver BEFORE you can use the mouse. To establish this link, you need to set the identification code so that the mouse works properly. To do this, follow the instructions below: Make sure that your computer is turned on and has detected the USB receiver before you establish a communications link. 1 Press and release the link button on the receiver.

Targus Wireless RF Mouse Receiver The USB connector rotates 90 degrees to facilitate easy connection to your computer. The receiver’s status light blinks when the receiver is activated. 2 Press and release the reset button, located on the bottom of the mouse. You are now ready to use the RF mouse. Mouse Power Management To power the mouse on and off, slide the on/off switch at the bottom of the mouse to the desired position.
Mouse When power is on, the mouse goes into "sleep mode" after 8 minutes of no use. To activate the mouse, touch the sensor strips on the side with your hand. To save battery power, turn off the mouse while traveling or when you’re not using it. CAUTION: Turning off the mouse will require you to synchronize again the next time you turn it back on. 90° rotation Status light Link button Sensor strips Low battery indicator

Targus Wireless RF Mouse Operating Hints For optimal performance and RF reception: • Place the receiver at least 8 inches (20 cm) away from all electrical devices, such as your monitor, speakers or external storage devices. If necessary, use a three-inch extension cable to keep the receiver away from the computer. Plug the receiver into the extension cable, and the extension cable to the computer. • Avoid using the RF mouse on a metal surface. Metals, such as iron, aluminum or copper, shield the radio frequency transmission and may slow down the mouse’s response time or cause the mouse to fail temporarily. • The RF mouse will enter a suspend mode at the same time your computer does. To activate the mouse, touch the sensor strips on the side of the mouse. • If your computer has a metal case that contains aluminum or magnesium, use the RF mouse to the side. The display panel may interfere with the radio frequency signal if you use the mouse directly in front of the computer. • Never use the RF mouse on a glass or mirrored surface as these surfaces will cause the mouse to fail temporarily. • To maximize battery life, use the RF mouse on a white, or light colored surface. Dark surfaces cause the mouse’s light emitter diode (LED) light to glow brighter, which causes the battery to discharge more rapidly.
Targus Wireless RF Mouse Sleep Mode • The mouse’s sleep mode feature activates after 8 minutes of non-operation. • To wake the mouse from sleep mode, touch the sensor strips on the side of the mouse. • When the battery charge is running low, the battery indicator light at the end of the mouse glows blue.

Targus Wireless RF Mouse Troubleshooting What do I do if the RF mouse does not work? • Make sure that the polarity of the batteries is correct. The positive (+) and negative (-) ends of each battery must match the positive (+) and negative (-) connections in the battery housing. • Check that the receiver’s USB connector is firmly attached to the USB port on your computer. • Verify that the device drivers are installed. • Make sure you have established a radio link between the mouse and its receiver. See “Establishing a Communications Link” in sections above

Did you press the sync button on the USB adapter as well as on the mouse? You have to press the sync button on the USB adapter and then on the mouse. Sometimes, it might be necessary to hold down the mouse one for a little bit. You might just have to try this several times before it works. I will look more into this, but let me know if that helps.

Good Luck,

NOLA Tech

Most probably that means your system either does not have the necessary drivers or your usb is in corrupt state. Whicch model/company/capacity is it?

Your mouse takes 2 AA batteries which can be picked up at virtually any gas station, grocery, convenience, or department store.

Did you ensure the ON/OFF Switch is set to ON? Did you also try replacing the batteries, then pressing the connect button on the receiver followed by the connect button on the bottom of the mouse?

you cant belive Microsoft diagnosis as it only reads the driver details.The mouse may well be faulty and not reporting it. try another mouse is the only true way to know

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