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Mouse problems, Step 4 – Dell PRECISION 530 User Manual

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Turn off the computer and the device, swap the device's cable with a

known working cable, and then turn on the computer and the device.

Is the device working properly?
Yes. You need a new device cable.

Contact Dell

for technical

assistance.
No. Go to

step 5

.

5

Turn off the computer and the device, swap the device with a

comparable working device, and then turn on the computer and the

device.

Is the device working properly?
Yes. You need a new device.

Contact Dell

for technical assistance.

No.

Contact Dell

for technical assistance.

Mouse Problems

Basic Checks:

Check the

diagnostic lights

to see if the specific problem is identified.

Disconnect the cable from the computer and check the cable

connector for bent or broken pins. Check for damaged or frayed cables.

Ensure that the cable is firmly connected to the computer.

If you are using a

USB

mouse, ensure that you connect to one of the

Port 1 USB connectors on the computer back panel (see "

Back-Panel

Features

").

Reinstall the mouse driver for your operating system.

Restart the computer.

If the problem still exists after you complete the basic checks, fill out the

Diagnostics Checklist

as you perform the following steps:

1

Turn off the computer, wait 10 to 20 seconds, and disconnect the

mouse. Connect the mouse back to the computer, and then turn it on.

Is the device working properly?
Yes. The problem is resolved.
No. Go to

step 2

.