Weird computer quirks... - The Firearms Forum

glocknut · 11-05-2006, 04:21 PM

Lately i've noticed something weird with this computer. Occasionally the onscreen arrow will move up without being promped to do so with the mouse?? It just happend and i did'nt even have my hand on the mouse....
I suspect that this might be due to my particular brand of optical mouse. I bought 2 of the exact same brand before wal mart discontinued that brand. Both the office computer and my personal computer do it, but neither of my dads computers do it.....

Weird.... I'm sure its the optical mouse !!!!!

Opinions anyone ??

mike
gn

cec · 11-05-2006, 05:29 PM

It could be the surface the mice are on. An optical mouse pretty much takes a "picture" of the surface below it. The difference between the pictures tells the mouse where to move.

Some surfaces confuse these poor things.

Or it could just be a bad mouse, ie if it isn't calibrated, it may think there is a difference.

Over the years I have been using these mice, the only time I had a problem was with a mouse pad that had a design that the mouse couldn't track. Changed the pad, and the problem went away.

Your computer could also be under the control of the guys in the black helicopters.

Then again, maybe the screen is standing still and your head is moving.

I didn't say these were good options, just options.

SouthernMoss · 11-05-2006, 06:35 PM

It's a conspiracy ... they are out to get you ... you DO have your tinfoil beanie, don't you?

Pat Hurley · 11-05-2006, 06:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by glocknut

Lately i've noticed something weird with this computer. Occasionally the onscreen arrow will move up without being promped to do so with the mouse?? It just happend and i did'nt even have my hand on the mouse....
I suspect that this might be due to my particular brand of optical mouse. I bought 2 of the exact same brand before wal mart discontinued that brand. Both the office computer and my personal computer do it, but neither of my dads computers do it.....

Weird.... I'm sure its the optical mouse !!!!!

Opinions anyone ??

Poltergeist. Demonic possession. Optical illusion. Onset of insanity. Cheap Chinese crap. I'd bet on the last one.

Pat Hurley

johnston3407 · 11-05-2006, 08:01 PM

My mouse is wireless and it does that alot. Batteries?

glocknut · 11-05-2006, 08:11 PM

mike
gn

Rammiha · 11-05-2006, 08:12 PM

Microsoft gives the following recommendations:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/894517

Wired mouse problems
The mouse pointer moves erratically
To resolve this problem, use the following methods in the order that they appear in.

• Reduce the pointer speed and acceleration. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Click Start, click Run, type main.cpl, and then click OK to open the Mouse Properties dialog box.
2. Click the Pointer Options tab. In the Motion area, drag the slider to the left to select a slower pointer speed.
3. Click to select the Enhance pointer precision check box, and then click OK.

• Connect the mouse to your computer by using a different USB port or PS2 port. To do this, use one of the following methods:
• If the USB cable for your mouse is currently connected to a USB hub, disconnect the device from the hub, and then connect it to a USB port on your computer.
• If your device is already connected to a USB port on your computer, try to connect the device to a different USB port, if one is available.
• If your device is connected to a PS/2 port on your computer, make sure that the USB plug for your mouse is connected to the green USB-to-PS/2 adaptor and that this adaptor is plugged into the mouse PS/2 port on your computer. The mouse PS/2 port on your computer may also be green. If you are not sure which PS/2 port is the mouse PS/2 port, see the documentation that came with your computer.
• If you have to make changes to your configuration, shut off your computer, make the changes, and then restart your computer. If your mouse has both USB and PS/2 connections, try using the other type of connection. For example, if you are using the USB port, try connecting the mouse to the PS/2 connection instead.

• For optical mouse devices, try using a different mouse surface or mouse pad. Test the mouse pointer by using a sheet of white paper instead of a mouse pad.
• Reduce the graphics hardware acceleration setting in Microsoft Windows. To do this, follow these steps:
Note Because there are several versions of Microsoft Windows, the following steps may be different on your computer. If they are, see your product documentation to complete these steps.
1. Right-click the desktop, and then click Properties.
2. Click the Settings tab, and then click Advanced.
3. Click the Troubleshoot tab.
4. Move the Hardware Acceleration slider until it is one notch to the right of None. This setting disables all but the basic accelerations.
5. Click OK two times.
For more information about how to reduce the graphics hardware acceleration settings, click the following article number to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:
263391 (http://support.microsoft.com/kb/263391/) How to change the graphics hardware acceleration setting in Windows
• Use the MousInfo Tool that is included with the Microsoft IntelliPoint software. To run the MousInfo tool, click Start, click Run, type mousinfo, and then click OK.

For more information, click the following article number to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:
178350 (http://support.microsoft.com/kb/178350/) How to use the MousInfo Tool included with IntelliPoint software
• In Microsoft Windows 98 and in Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition, start the computer in Safe mode, and then remove all the device entries that are listed under Mouse Ports. In Microsoft Windows 2000 and in Microsoft Windows XP, start the computer in Safe mode, and then remove all the device entries that are listed under Mice and other pointing devices. Restart the computer in Normal mode.
• Install the mouse on another computer. Make sure that the mouse works correctly when it is not attached to your computer.

johnston3407 · 11-05-2006, 08:17 PM

Pistolenschutze · 11-05-2006, 08:38 PM

I have it gn! It's must be a conspiracy among all those 1911 fanatics around here to have you committed for owning Glock pistols. Don't let them get away with it. Buy a new Glock anyway!

southernshooter · 11-05-2006, 09:07 PM

I got the X-files theme stuck in my head now

glocknut · 11-07-2006, 08:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnston3407

WOW!

Double WOW !!!

Thanks Rimmiha.

mike
gn

glocknut · 11-07-2006, 08:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by southernshooter

I got the X-files theme stuck in my head now

At least its not the old..."Rice-a-Roni..the San Francisco treat..." themesong !!!!!

I had that stuck in my head for a week one time.....

mike
gn

glocknut · 11-07-2006, 08:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pistolenschutze

I have it gn! It's must be a conspiracy among all those 1911 fanatics around here to have you committed for owning Glock pistols. Don't let them get away with it. Buy a new Glock anyway!

Mags and ammo is on my agenda at the moment....

mike
gn

southernshooter · 11-07-2006, 10:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by glocknut

At least its not the old..."Rice-a-Roni..the San Francisco treat..." themesong !!!!!

I had that stuck in my head for a week one time.....

Thanks a lot, you got rid of the X Files now I am on Rice a Roni

11-05-2006, 04:21 PM	#1
glocknut Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: THE FORUM MASCOTT... Posts: 12,482	Weird computer quirks... Lately i've noticed something weird with this computer. Occasionally the onscreen arrow will move up without being promped to do so with the mouse?? It just happend and i did'nt even have my hand on the mouse.... I suspect that this might be due to my particular brand of optical mouse. I bought 2 of the exact same brand before wal mart discontinued that brand. Both the office computer and my personal computer do it, but neither of my dads computers do it..... Weird.... I'm sure its the optical mouse !!!!! Opinions anyone ?? mike gn -->

11-05-2006, 05:29 PM	#2
cec Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 501	Re: Weird computer quirks... It could be the surface the mice are on. An optical mouse pretty much takes a "picture" of the surface below it. The difference between the pictures tells the mouse where to move. Some surfaces confuse these poor things. Or it could just be a bad mouse, ie if it isn't calibrated, it may think there is a difference. Over the years I have been using these mice, the only time I had a problem was with a mouse pad that had a design that the mouse couldn't track. Changed the pad, and the problem went away. Your computer could also be under the control of the guys in the black helicopters. Then again, maybe the screen is standing still and your head is moving. I didn't say these were good options, just options. __________________ Carpe Jugulum When asked why I wanted my CCW, I was tempted to say "Fishing".

11-05-2006, 06:35 PM	#3
SouthernMoss Admin Tech Staff Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: SW MS Contributor Posts: 10,651	Re: Weird computer quirks... It's a conspiracy ... they are out to get you ... you DO have your tinfoil beanie, don't you? __________________ My Second protects your First "I declare to you that woman must not depend upon the protection of man, but must be taught to protect herself, and there I take my stand." - Susan B Anthony

11-05-2006, 08:01 PM	#5
johnston3407 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: South Coast of Mississippi Posts: 592	Re: Weird computer quirks... My mouse is wireless and it does that alot. Batteries?

11-05-2006, 08:11 PM	#6
glocknut Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: THE FORUM MASCOTT... Posts: 12,482	Re: Weird computer quirks... mike gn

11-05-2006, 08:12 PM	#7
Rammiha Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 37	Re: Weird computer quirks... Microsoft gives the following recommendations: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/894517 Wired mouse problems The mouse pointer moves erratically To resolve this problem, use the following methods in the order that they appear in. • Reduce the pointer speed and acceleration. To do this, follow these steps: 1. Click Start, click Run, type main.cpl, and then click OK to open the Mouse Properties dialog box. 2. Click the Pointer Options tab. In the Motion area, drag the slider to the left to select a slower pointer speed. 3. Click to select the Enhance pointer precision check box, and then click OK. • Connect the mouse to your computer by using a different USB port or PS2 port. To do this, use one of the following methods: • If the USB cable for your mouse is currently connected to a USB hub, disconnect the device from the hub, and then connect it to a USB port on your computer. • If your device is already connected to a USB port on your computer, try to connect the device to a different USB port, if one is available. • If your device is connected to a PS/2 port on your computer, make sure that the USB plug for your mouse is connected to the green USB-to-PS/2 adaptor and that this adaptor is plugged into the mouse PS/2 port on your computer. The mouse PS/2 port on your computer may also be green. If you are not sure which PS/2 port is the mouse PS/2 port, see the documentation that came with your computer. • If you have to make changes to your configuration, shut off your computer, make the changes, and then restart your computer. If your mouse has both USB and PS/2 connections, try using the other type of connection. For example, if you are using the USB port, try connecting the mouse to the PS/2 connection instead. • For optical mouse devices, try using a different mouse surface or mouse pad. Test the mouse pointer by using a sheet of white paper instead of a mouse pad. • Reduce the graphics hardware acceleration setting in Microsoft Windows. To do this, follow these steps: Note Because there are several versions of Microsoft Windows, the following steps may be different on your computer. If they are, see your product documentation to complete these steps. 1. Right-click the desktop, and then click Properties. 2. Click the Settings tab, and then click Advanced. 3. Click the Troubleshoot tab. 4. Move the Hardware Acceleration slider until it is one notch to the right of None. This setting disables all but the basic accelerations. 5. Click OK two times. For more information about how to reduce the graphics hardware acceleration settings, click the following article number to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base: 263391 (http://support.microsoft.com/kb/263391/) How to change the graphics hardware acceleration setting in Windows • Use the MousInfo Tool that is included with the Microsoft IntelliPoint software. To run the MousInfo tool, click Start, click Run, type mousinfo, and then click OK. For more information, click the following article number to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base: 178350 (http://support.microsoft.com/kb/178350/) How to use the MousInfo Tool included with IntelliPoint software • In Microsoft Windows 98 and in Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition, start the computer in Safe mode, and then remove all the device entries that are listed under Mouse Ports. In Microsoft Windows 2000 and in Microsoft Windows XP, start the computer in Safe mode, and then remove all the device entries that are listed under Mice and other pointing devices. Restart the computer in Normal mode. • Install the mouse on another computer. Make sure that the mouse works correctly when it is not attached to your computer.

11-05-2006, 08:17 PM	#8
johnston3407 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: South Coast of Mississippi Posts: 592	Re: Weird computer quirks... WOW!

11-05-2006, 08:38 PM	#9
Pistolenschutze Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Colorado Posts: 13,094	Re: Weird computer quirks... I have it gn! It's must be a conspiracy among all those 1911 fanatics around here to have you committed for owning Glock pistols. Don't let them get away with it. Buy a new Glock anyway! __________________ --Pistolenschutze (Pistol Shooter)

11-05-2006, 09:07 PM	#10
southernshooter Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Deep South Mississippi Posts: 5,943	Re: Weird computer quirks... I got the X-files theme stuck in my head now __________________ Only you can see this