The installation of the software is straight-forward. Follow the 9 simple steps to completion.
Welcome
Please Confirm Language & Location
Install Software For
Logitech Desktop Messenger System Will let you know when updates are available. I never add stuff like this.
Destination Selection Let it go default or chose your own location.
License Agreement
Confirm Installation Components I only install the needed components.
Setup Status
Congratulations Off to reboot the pc you go.
QUICK TOUR:
Upon returning from the reboot you are give a quick tour highlighting the various features offered with the MX1000 mouse.
Introduction
Learn More
Making The Most Of Your Mouse
Overview
A Feature For Any Task
Make Your Own Moves
SETTINGS:
Now that you know the basics from the quick tour, you can go in and configure your new mouse.
Right click the Logitech system tray icon. Select your mouse, the button, and set them accordingly for the standard functions.
Mouse Movement Select Your mouse, then set the options accordingly.
Mouse Batteries Select your mouse and it will show the status of your battery level.
Tools Information Resources This section has links to all support options that are available. Shows the Control Center Version, Driver Version, and links to their site.
Software Access To turn on and off the SetPoint Icon in the system tray.
The Logitech Software is relatively easy to install, just follow the steps as I have shown.
NOTE: The full functionality of the mouse should not be expected on machines that do not have the appropriate driver and software installed. The use of a KVM switch with this mouse would mean you need to install the software and drivers on all machines connected to the KVM. Remember if your using a KVM, most of them do not support non-PS/2 mice. The standard functions of the mouse should work fine, in order for all the functions to work you would need to reboot the machine after switching to it via the KVM switch.
Observation:
I have been using this mouse for better than a few weeks now. This by far is the first mouse I want to grab when sitting at my computer. I have it and one of the MX700's hooked up. I have been running cordless mice for several years and always have a second one sitting there just incase one goes dead. I also run a KVM switch to bounce between two systems. The MX1000 is connected to my main rig, and I have the MX700 connected on the KVM.
I have not noticed any major differences in tracking or accuracy with the MX1000. I have the same smooth action in applications and games alike. The one major improvement is the life of the charged batteries. The MX700 lasts 2 days max for me, while the MX1000 has lasted as long as 5 days on a full charge. So that alone to me was worth the purchase. The mouse seems to be top notch. One issue that I did find with the MX1000, if your running multiple computers in the house and you have 2 of them running on 2 separate systems, there is a possibility of one interacting with the other. Unfortunately for my brother, mine will make his act as if its non-responsive at times. Or if I reconnect mine while he is using his, I can take full control of his apps. I have not tested the distance on this, but have a feeling we will need to move one computer in another room to remedy the issue. Right now both computers are within 6 feet of each other.
