Pointing Devices and Keyboard
Using an External Mouse
An external USB mouse can be connected to the notebook using one of the USB connectors on the back panel. An external PS/2 or USB mouse can be connected to the system using the connectors on an optional Port Replicator
Setting Pointing Device Preferences
Mouse Properties in Windows enables you to change custom settings for pointing devices, including:
Enabling or disabling a pointing device.
TouchPad tapping, which enables you to tap the TouchPad once to select an object or twice to
Edge motion, which enables you to continue to scroll even thoug your finger has reached the edge of the TouchPad.
Palm Check, which helps prevent moving the pointer unintentionally if your palms contact the TouchPad as you type.
Other features, such as mouse speed preferences and mouse trails, are also found in the Mouse Properties windows.
To access Mouse Properties:
In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Mouse icon.
In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel, Printers and Other Hardware > Mouse icon.
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