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Posted: Aug. 01 2005,13:43 QUOTE

Hey,
 I've been test-driving various small live linux distros (Puppy, etc.) and they worked fine.  And DSL seems like the most 'automatic' one yet; it didnt ask me one config question during the boot.  I like that.
 The problem is: my mouse pointer doesn't move yet the system isnt froze because I can see the CPU meter onscreen ocassionally move.
 I use an I/O Magic cordless usb mouse normally.  When that didnt work I removed it and put my original Compaq ps/2 plug mouse in; and that didnt work either on my next bootup.
 Ideas?  Suggestions?      - Partok81
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Posted: Aug. 01 2005,14:29 QUOTE

When using the command xsetup.sh it asks what kind of mouse you're using: USB/PS2.
Try rerunning xsetup.sh! (Maybe first exit X window)

Sometime ago I tried to use a usb mouse connected to the PS2 via an adapter, but I never got it running. Using the usb it runs ok...
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Posted: Aug. 01 2005,16:26 QUOTE

Or if running from livecd or USB key, type this command in at the initial Boot: prompt

dsl xsetup

and then tell the system that you have a USB mouse when prompted.
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Posted: Aug. 02 2005,02:34 QUOTE

NotTheMama,

I use a USB-to-ps/2 adapter everyday on my main box.

It should work fine. Just select imps/2 as the protocal.

-J.P.


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Posted: Aug. 02 2005,09:58 QUOTE

SaidinUnleashed,

Tried it. Did not work. Maybe my pc, maybe my mouse...
USB works. So it is still connected to that.
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