Mouse Not Detected

**webacon** · March 25th, 2004, 02:12 PM

I got a second-hand Sony VAIO Slimline, Pentium III, using Windows 98SE. I needed to reformat. I have the 2 original recovery disks. The first one worked fine, but on restart, I get the message "Windows does not detect any mouse connected." I have tried plugging it into PS/2 port that the keyboard was plugged into, but that didn't work. For some reason the keyboard works fine. Why won't Windows recognize the mouse? I didn't even get to the second CD to install the Windows. Also, I might mention that the keyboard and the mouse are not the originals. Is there a way around this? I can't get any further on my re-installation. Would really, REALLY appreciate any help. Thanks so much.

webacon

**Percy** · March 27th, 2004, 09:53 PM

It sounds like the PS2 port (the port that your mouse plugs into) is bad. You should be able to install Windows without the mouse, then use a USB mouse once you're in Windows. For future reference, even though the mouse and keyboard can be plugged into either of those ports, they will only work in their correct port. And you can damage the port by using a device in the wrong port. Luck to thee.

**hudsonsmith** · March 27th, 2004, 11:08 PM

If memory serves, these slimlines are designed for the mouse to plug into a port on the side of the keyboard. Also, check your bios settings.

**webacon** · March 30th, 2004, 07:35 PM

Originally Posted by Percy

It sounds like the PS2 port (the port that your mouse plugs into) is bad. You should be able to install Windows without the mouse, then use a USB mouse once you're in Windows. For future reference, even though the mouse and keyboard can be plugged into either of those ports, they will only work in their correct port. And you can damage the port by using a device in the wrong port. Luck to thee.

You are so right! Thanks so much for the info. It worked like a dream and all is working fine now. Thanks again.

**webacon** · March 30th, 2004, 07:42 PM

Originally Posted by hudsonsmith

If memory serves, these slimlines are designed for the mouse to plug into a port on the side of the keyboard. Also, check your bios settings.

You are so right! The problem is, that keyboard no longer works and I had to connect using new keyboard and separate mouse. Problem is now solved, I am happy to report. Thanks for your help.