Cordless mouse loses connection after screensaver kicks in

[Steve]

I picked up a generic cordless mouse with a USB key-type receiver. After the screensaver kicks in, the mouse won't bring Windows back to the desktop. I have to hit a key on the keyboard and re-establish the wireless link to the mouse.

Any suggestions? I'm not averse to returning this for another model without this problem, if anyone knows of one.

 

[Deathonastick]

You could try updating the driver if you can find the mfg on the web.

 

[corkyg]

Have you checked the screen saver settings? Some screen savers have a checkbox that tells it to ignore mouse movements.

 

[Steve]

Thanks guys, I will see about another driver. Right now it is the Microsoft generic HID-compliant driver.

This is the default XP screensaver off a fresh install, no settings to adjust.

 

[Steve]

Looks like there is no driver on Linkworld's site. The mouse needs to be 'reconnected' sometimes after just sitting a while.


I think I'll return it for a better one. Those that have a base to charge it, is the RF receiver in the base too?