Microsoft Basic Optical Mouse Black USB

This standard Microsoft mouse, replaced the same model I've had for several years. I prefer a wired one, as its connected to a tower PC and I got fed up with changing batteries in a previous wireless one. My last Microsoft one did me proud, and was very comfortable to use. The only reason for the replacement, was the last mouse had a very intermittent right click, which got annoying. The new one works fine, is positive when clicking, and the scroll wheel is lovely and smooth. It can be used with either hand due to its shape, although I am right handed and find it just fine. If you want a simple, uncomplicated mouse that's easy to use, I'd recommend this one.

"Basic" optical mouse

It is what it is; no more or less. If you are looking for a "Basic" optical mouse just buy it. Heck buy two so you have a back-up; I did they last for years of use! It just works and keeps doing so, in my experience for years. If you want something more from your mouse keep shopping as it is not and was never intended for gaming. New Egg shipping beat expectations as I've come to expect over the years. A closing thought but not about the mouse. I've bought from New Egg for a lot of builds. Yes, their price may be beaten. None-the-less, when I buy from New Egg I am buying from a company that will be there when something goes wrong and that is why I, contrary to some posts under other products, am a New Egg fan boy; service after the sale. It only happened once. But, ... MoreIt is what it is; no more or less. If you are looking for a "Basic" optical mouse just buy it. Heck buy two so you have a back-up; I did they last for years of use! It just works and keeps doing so, in my experience for years. If you want something more from your mouse keep shopping as it is not and was never intended for gaming. New Egg shipping beat expectations as I've come to expect over the years. A closing thought but not about the mouse. I've bought from New Egg for a lot of builds. Yes, their price may be beaten. None-the-less, when I buy from New Egg I am buying from a company that will be there when something goes wrong and that is why I, contrary to some posts under other products, am a New Egg fan boy; service after the sale. It only happened once. But, when the poop hit the oscillating air moving device, one phone call and it was made right and it was my fault!

Comfortable, lasts for years:

I've had one of these for years. It was my portable mouse for use with my laptop in the field, at a restaurant/bar, and at the library.Then, after years of continuous use, my main big basic USB Microsoft mouse with the visible red LED died. Since, without the use of paper and heavy gaff tape, that bigger mouse from Microsoft blasts an important acupuncture point with with a red laser, and this smaller one doesn't have the red LED-laser light coming out the back, plus it is less expensive than that bigger Microsoft USB mouse, I purchased this small basic Microsoft USB mouse to be my main computer mouse.From prior use: The only drawback that I know of with this mouse model is that the clicking can be a bit loud in a quiet library reading room.Yes, I know that ... MoreI've had one of these for years. It was my portable mouse for use with my laptop in the field, at a restaurant/bar, and at the library.Then, after years of continuous use, my main big basic USB Microsoft mouse with the visible red LED died. Since, without the use of paper and heavy gaff tape, that bigger mouse from Microsoft blasts an important acupuncture point with with a red laser, and this smaller one doesn't have the red LED-laser light coming out the back, plus it is less expensive than that bigger Microsoft USB mouse, I purchased this small basic Microsoft USB mouse to be my main computer mouse.From prior use: The only drawback that I know of with this mouse model is that the clicking can be a bit loud in a quiet library reading room.Yes, I know that other mouse manufacturers have solved this loud clicking problem.

Excellent travel mouse!

I keep one of these in my computer bag, never know when you need a mouse. Way better than any laptop touchpad. Small, portable and very comfortable. Has a nice short cable, so it isn't a crazy tangled mess in your bag. I lent one out and it was kept by that user because its that good - bought another almost immediately to replace it. Would recommend to anyone. A+

Good Mouse

Good Mouse. Does the job I need to be done. Got this mouse because I had a Logitech mouse, and it was touchy and uncontrollable. The Logitech mouse had special buttons that were very sensitive, and I could never control it or modify it with Logitech's provided software. My suggestion, stay with something basic like this mouse.

I WAS SENT THE WRONG PRODUCT!

It is not the product that I ordered. I was sent the wrong product but it is not worth the effort to send it back since it came from Korea and took over a month to arrive. I ordered the Microsoft COMPACT Optical Mouse 500 v2.0 Model. I was sent the standard size Microsoft Basic Optical Mouse v2.0. Big difference in size. Therefore, it is not a good value to me and is not comfortable since I am accustomed to using the compact mouse.

Microsoft Basic Optical for Business mouse USB 800 DPI Ambidextrous

I bought this wireless Bluetooth mouse specifically to use with the laptop I carry in a backpack for use at work. The quality and performance of the mouse are good. The wireless Bluetooth connection doesnt require a dongle so there is no concern about catching on a dongle on my backpack pocket as I remove or replace the laptop into the backpack. The mouse size is also appropriate for mobilty not too large nor too small. This mouse definitely fits my needs.

Not a fancy mouse, but it works well if your expectations match the price point

I use one when I build systems because it plays well with windows. I bought the other because one is starting to get a tad quirky after years of use; hours per day. It is a no frills inexpensive mouse. If you are looking for a gaming mouse; a high DPI mouse; or, a fancy feature rich mouse look elsewhere. But... If you want one that plays well with your new Windows build to plug and play while you configure the OS and whatever else you are installing, this mouse has never failed me while others have. (Perhaps builders configuring a Linux based OS build could add some feedback here?!) If you want to invest in an emergency backup mouse to use until your preferred replacement arrives it will get the job done until your replacement arrives. Then just stuff it back into a ... MoreI use one when I build systems because it plays well with windows. I bought the other because one is starting to get a tad quirky after years of use; hours per day. It is a no frills inexpensive mouse. If you are looking for a gaming mouse; a high DPI mouse; or, a fancy feature rich mouse look elsewhere. But... If you want one that plays well with your new Windows build to plug and play while you configure the OS and whatever else you are installing, this mouse has never failed me while others have. (Perhaps builders configuring a Linux based OS build could add some feedback here?!) If you want to invest in an emergency backup mouse to use until your preferred replacement arrives it will get the job done until your replacement arrives. Then just stuff it back into a drawer until needed again. The negative reviews seem to overlook what this mouse is. It is a cost effective no frills mouse that works when some fancy ones do not. And the price is such, having a spare is a luxury I can afford at this price point. Why only three stars? It is a slightly better than average no frills product and not anything else. This mouse is a dirt plain average, but excels in what it was designed to do, mouse, which is to be a no frills mouse at an attractive price point. If you want something you can afford to stuff in a drawer until you need a working mouse for an emergency backup or for a new windows build then stuff it back in that drawer this is what I use.

This is a nice mouse and it works OK. However I purchased this mouse specifically for the PS2 fea...

This is a nice mouse and it works OK. However I purchased this mouse specifically for the PS2 feature. To my surprise there was no PS2 adapter included with the mouse. The label on the bottom of the mouse says USB/PS2 Compatible. I had a PS2 to USB adapter lying around so I gave it try and it worked. Otherwise I would have returned the mouse as there are better USB only mice to be found. I have read in other reviews that others have received this mouse without the adapter. So I guess it's lottery if you will receive it with the adapter or not.

Tried, tested, functional, reliable, battle hardened mouse

Good basic mouse that is hard to beat. Not sure why good mice are so scarce but they are. It is wired so you don't get dropouts or need to change batteries constantly. It is ruggedly built and reliable. It has a nice tactile feel and a uniform shape. There were no design Phds trying out a new (and very likely incredibly flawed) design hypothesis on an unsuspecting public with this design. Tried and tested, battle hardened mouse. Everything is default sensible. It has what you need and nothing else, no distractions, no weird buttons that need special drivers to use. You connect this mouse and no matter the system, it immediately knows what to do. If you find yourself ponding the need for a more sophisticated mouse you should ask yourself; Am serious about computing ... MoreGood basic mouse that is hard to beat. Not sure why good mice are so scarce but they are. It is wired so you don't get dropouts or need to change batteries constantly. It is ruggedly built and reliable. It has a nice tactile feel and a uniform shape. There were no design Phds trying out a new (and very likely incredibly flawed) design hypothesis on an unsuspecting public with this design. Tried and tested, battle hardened mouse. Everything is default sensible. It has what you need and nothing else, no distractions, no weird buttons that need special drivers to use. You connect this mouse and no matter the system, it immediately knows what to do. If you find yourself ponding the need for a more sophisticated mouse you should ask yourself; Am serious about computing or am I looking for something to signal to the world that I am a gamer/hacker/executive. Do I want to get stuff done or do I want a mouse that expresses my individuality and says something about me? If the answer is the latter I think you need to examine your life choices. If the answer is the former get this mouse and be satisfied you've made the right decision and can move on to more important things; like getting stuff done and what you are going to have for lunch.