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I've been using an optical mouse since last spring. I've noticed that "pits" or tiny round scars have been forming in the surface of my desk where I use the mouse.
Any have this happening to them? I'm curious if there is something about the light emitted by the mouse that is causing the damage.
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Now I'm all confused....we're talkin 'bout the same thing in two threads....
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How does that work? Do you hold it above desk or is something on bottom making contact with desktop? I really never used one or seen one used. Just think that something on bottom must be causing scratches.
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The mouse rests on four tiny felt pads. It somehow uses light to read the surface.
The marks on the desk aren't scratches. They are just tiny round pits.
Here is a description of the optical reader of the mouse from Microsoft........ "The IntelliEye® optical sensor replaces your old-fashioned mouse ball. Capturing 6,000 frames per second, it delivers up to four times the performance of other optical mice. This superior tracking speed translates into smooth, accurate cursor performance. You won't need a mouse pad because you can use it on most surfaces."
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Ive used 'meeces for years. and now i exclusivly use optical 'meeces except for one station. It still has a ball mouse. Likewise, there is wear showing on that station. Little spots where the finish is wearing out. It happens...
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Glenn, From what you have told me, the mouse is a female and it is probably hungry. Couldn't resist...
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Glenn, what would happen if you put a sheet of glass on your desk or some other "harder than wood" surface?
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I also have an optical mouse. Mine doesn't have a tail either. I love it, cause I can take it over to the weeding table, and run my plotter from there.
I use a mouse pad at the desk, and other places are not used often enough to show wear. I have found it more comfortable to sit it on the top of my leg when working for long periods. Guess I better start watching for small holes in the ol jeans.
Thanks for the warning Glenn. I will keep the pad on the desk.
BTW... the glass idea won't work. The light doesn't read right from any reflective surface.
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Me too. Like David, I have a logitech on my home pc and my mac at the shop. Haven't experienced that problem. Did experience a problem on my mac until I downloaded an update, but now the bugger works great.
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It sounds like their "light" is either interacting with the finish used on your desk (more likely) or is a low power laser burning holes in the finish (less likely).
I'd LOVE to see what your mouse manufacturer has to say.
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It's just wear and tear on the surface Glenn and nothing to do with the light.
It's just a Super Bright LED in there as using a laser would require a warning label with the Class Number somewhere on the mouse or in the user manual, and there isnt one to be found anywhere.
Speaking of optical mice, I just got a new IBM mouse and it is SLICK! Back home in AZ I have the microsoft explorer mouse and this IBM works identically with a few extra driver features, plus the IBM is really ergonomic, way more comfortable and it's even got a little bit of cushioning on it. The scroll wheel is pretty cool too, it's clear/translucent with a blue Super Bright LED lighting it up from underneath.
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I use a "roller ball" so as to save wear and tear on my entire arm. I think the MOVEABLE MOUSE is some what out dated. Also helps to keep my hand limber for brush work after I get my rearend up off the stool behind the computer.
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I'm getting dents in my surfaces too but I still only have an old mouse. Maybe everytime the little bugger needs a new ball I shouldn't bounce him off the table eh~!
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Are we to assume that your desktop is made of wood? If so, is it possible that the extremely bright LED could be heating the wood to the point it alters its cellular structure?
Also, is the mouse's performance affected by these pits & scars?
Just asking,
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The desk is one of those faux wood particleboard type desks that you get from Staples or OfficeMax. It hasn't affected the mouse at all from what I can tell.
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The surface texture shouldnt have any affect on the mouse movement, right now I'm sittin back in a recliner with the laptop using the mouse on the chair arm.
The fabric on the chair actually resembles burbur (sp?) carpet and the mouse works flawlessly on it.
Oh, there isnt much (if any) heat emitted from the light either.
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