Most wireless computer mice show a tiny square piece that comes (usually displayed to the right) with the mouse. What is the name of this device? Can it be bought by itself? Will this piece work with any wireless mouse? null

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bushy · Accepted Answer

it is the mouse's receiver and they're paired to a specific frequency; if your mouse has a reset button for a receiver, it may be able to find a new receiver, but I've never seen the receivers sold by themselves. Think about it - if any mouse worked with any receiver, one mouse would be able to control all of the computer cursors within 15 or so feet in an office area.

Answered by bushy 9 years ago

Keeno · Answer

Should be used with the mouse it came with.

JayP · Answer

I think you're describing the tiny USB receiver which plugs into your PCs USB port and allows your mouse to communicate with the PC. They are small and convenient but I can't tell you if they are compatible with other similar devices.

Answered by JayP 9 years ago

Hikergal · Answer

I don't know the technical name for this tiny square piece or if it is interchangeable among all wireless mice, but it is the USB item that plugs into the computer and communicates with the mouse.

ljam45 · Answer

That small piece is the receiver. It must be plugged into a usb port on your computer in order for the mouse to work.

“Most wireless computer mice show a tiny square piece that comes (usually displayed to the right) with the mouse. What is the name of this device? Can it be bought by itself? Will this piece work with any wireless mouse?”

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