Sony PCV-RS400C - Vaio Desktop Computer, User Manual

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About the Mouse and Keyboard
Why doesn't my mouse work properly?
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Confirm that the mouse is plugged securely into the mouse port. If you are using a USB mouse, verify that the
mouse is plugged securely into the appropriate USB port.
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Save and close all open applications. Turn off your computer, wait approximately 10 seconds, and then restart your
computer.
 If you are using an optical mouse
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, use an appropriate surface to ensure proper mouse tracking. A good mouse
surface requires a certain amount of detail or texture to enable mouse tracking.
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Use surfaces such as plain paper, card stock, or fabric that do not have a lot of repetitive patterning.
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Avoid surfaces such as mirrors, smooth glass, or magazines.
 Avoid possible damage to easily-scratched surfaces by using a mouse pad.
 Avoid surfaces that may damage or soil your optical mouse. Dirt or damage may cause the mouse to
malfunction.
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If the cursor is not moving properly, try using the mouse on another mousing surface or using a mouse pad.
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If you are using a trackball mouse, there may be dust or dirt inside the mouse mechanism. To clean the mouse,
follow these steps:
 Save and close all applications, and turn off your computer.
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Turn the mouse upside down.
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Remove the mouse ball cover on the back of the mouse by turning clockwise the ring that covers the
mouse ball.
 Turn the mouse upright, and drop the mouse ball into your hand.
 Using a piece of tape, remove any dust or dirt on the mouse ball and inside the mouse ball socket.
 Return the mouse ball to the socket, and replace the mouse ball cover. Secure the cover by turning the
ring counter-clockwise.
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The mouse driver(s) may not be working properly. To recover your mouse drivers, see the online guide, VAIO
Recovery Options , for more information.
To access VAIO Recovery Options , follow these steps:
 Click Start in the Windows
®
taskbar and click Help and Support .
 From the VAIO Help And Support Center menu, click VAIO Recovery Options .
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If you are using a wireless optical mouse:
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Confirm that the supplied AA batteries are properly installed.
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Press the Connect button on the mouse and the computer to reestablish the connection between the two
devices.
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