This article shows you how to connect a wireless mouse, manufactured by Logitech, to a computer with a Windows operating system or to a Mac. To use a normal wireless mouse, you must connect the USB receiver supplied at the time of purchase to the computer and perform the pairing of the Bluetooth device using the system configuration settings.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Connect Using a Wireless Adapter
Step 1. Turn on the Logitech mouse
Activate the switch on the underside of the pointing device.
Step 2. Plug the wireless adapter into a USB port on your computer
This is a small USB connector that must be plugged into one of the free ports on your Windows or Mac computer.
If you are using a desktop system, the USB ports are likely to be located on the rear side of the case, while if you are using a laptop you will find them along the outer sides
Step 3. Press the "Connect" button
The button to establish the radio connection between the wireless adapter and the mouse is located on the underside of the pointing device. You may need to use a paper clip or other pointed object (such as a pencil) to be able to press it. Once the mouse has established the connection with the wireless adapter, you can use it to use your Windows or Mac computer.
Some Logitech wireless mice have a "Channel" button on the bottom that allows you to choose the radio channel to use to connect the device to your computer
Method 2 of 3: Pair a Bluetooth Mouse with a Windows System
Step 1. Access the "Start" menu by clicking the icon
It features the Windows logo and is located in the lower left corner of the desktop. Alternatively, press the ⊞ Win key on your keyboard.
Step 2. Launch the Settings app by clicking the icon
It features a gear and is located at the bottom left of the "Start" menu.
Step 3. Click the Devices icon
It is one of the items in the "Settings" screen. It features a small stylized iPod and a keyboard.
Step 4. Press the + Add Bluetooth or other device button
It is located at the top of the "Bluetooth and other devices" window. If the indicated button is not visible, go to the "Bluetooth and other devices" tab located in the left sidebar of the page. A list of all Bluetooth devices available for connection will be displayed.
Step 5. Turn on the Logitech mouse
Activate the switch on the underside of the pointing device.
Step 6. Press the "Connect" button
The button to establish the radio connection between the wireless adapter and the mouse is located on the underside of the pointing device. You may need to use a paper clip or other pointed object (such as a pencil) to be able to press it.
Some Logitech wireless mice have a "Channel" button on the bottom that allows you to choose the radio channel to use to connect the device to your computer
Step 7. Select the name of your wireless mouse
It will appear in the "Bluetooth and other devices" pop-up window as soon as the computer detects the wireless pointing device. Click the name as soon as it appears in the list. The wireless mouse will be added to the list of devices connected to the computer.
Method 3 of 3: Pair a Bluetooth Mouse with a Mac
Step 1. Click the icon
It is visible inside the bar located in the upper right corner of the Mac screen.
Step 2. Choose the Open Bluetooth Preferences option
It is the last item in the drop-down menu that appeared. You will see a list of all Bluetooth devices paired with your Mac.
Step 3. Turn on the Logitech mouse
Activate the switch on the underside of the pointing device.
Step 4. Press the "Connect" button
The button to establish the radio connection between the wireless adapter and the mouse is located on the underside of the pointing device. You may need to use a paper clip or other pointed object (such as a pencil) to be able to press it.
Some Logitech wireless mice have a "Channel" button on the bottom that allows you to choose the radio channel to use to connect the device to your computer
Step 5. Press the Connect button next to the wireless mouse name
When your Mac detects the new pointing device, it will appear in the list of Bluetooth devices paired with your computer or available for pairing. Press the "Connect" button to establish the connection. When "Connected" appears under the name of the wireless mouse, you will know that the pairing procedure was successful and that the device is connected to the Mac and ready to use.
