Logitech VX Nano Cordless Laser Mouse for Notebooks | 
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Rating:  331 reviews
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Color: Black
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Shipping Weight (lbs): 3
Dimensions (in): 8.2 x 6.7 x 2.5
nv:Device Type: Wireless Mouse
Connection Type: Cordless
Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous
Tracking Method: Laser
Scrolling Capability: Yes
Power Supply Type: Power Via 2 AAA Batteries
Frequency: 2.4GHz
Warranty: 3 years warranty
MPN: 910-000253
Model: 910-000253
UPC: 097855045782
EAN: 0097855045782
ASIN: B000TKHBDK
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| Features:
| • | Plug-and-forget Nano-receiver: Plug this tiny, unobtrusive receiver into your notebook's USB port just once and forget about it. The Nano-receiver makes your mouse always ready for use. | | • | Cordless freedom: Expect a robust wireless connection with advanced 2.4 GHz cordless technology. | | • | Hyper-fast scrolling: Fly through long documents at hyperspeed with the nearly frictionless scroll wheel, or shift instantly to precise scrolling. | | • | Laser precision: Experience smoother cursor control on virtually any surface. | | • | Forward/backward buttons: Effortlessly navigate the Internet with forward and backward buttons. |
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Product Description
Simplify life on the road with the ultra-portable Logitech VX Nano Cordless Laser Mouse for Notebooks. It's always ready for use, thanks to the world's smallest USB receiver. Plug it into your notebook's USB port just once, and then forget about it.
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 The Scoop - a MAC/Windows Machine review of Logitech's Nano September 28, 2007
Pam T
61 out of 100 found this review helpful
GENERAL INFO:
The Nano Mouse is a cousin to Logitech's regular sized VX model. In size it's about inch smaller than the VX, and a bit thinner. It fit my mom-sized hand nicely, and my husband hasn't complained, but I rather imagine that it could be too small for someone with really large hands.
The other shape-and-size element I noticed is that the mouse is symmetrical which means theoretically that it has no inherent lefties or righties bias. The theory falls apart somewhat as there are two programmable buttons on the far left side of the mouse: Logitech calls these Thumb Back and Thumb Forward buttons. I found them difficult enough to use as a rightie, I can only imagine it would be more difficult for a leftie.
The package includes a carrying case, batteries (the ones in the box were dead) and Windows-ONLY software. I tested the mouse on my MacBook and an ACER laptop. The mouse did work right out of the box on the Mac (once fresh batteries were inserted), but without the 'special features'. To get those to work you need to go to the Logitech site. The file you need is icc222.dmg - a quick download.
The key element is the minuscule RF dongle that goes in a USB port. [Bluetooth afficiandos are just going to have to wait.] It's so small that you hardly need to remove it, unless you use a very small tote. If you do want to remove it, there is a convenient storage area inside the mouse.
REGULAR FEATURES:
Left and Right Buttons: can be set for 1, 2, and 3 clicks as well as click-lock and right click only.
The Scroll Wheel lets you adjust increment and acceleration. Typically a small movement is one line, a big one 5 or more lines (varies, of course, with what Application you are using).
There is also an extension 'thingie' for those looking to use it with a big box machine.
COOL FEATURES:
The Scroll wheel lets you go left and right. That's right you can now nudge the pointer over. How cool is that.
One-Touch search: Behind the scroll wheel there is a button with a magnifying glass on it. You can program that button to load up a search function such as Yahoo, Google, Finder, Sherlock, or even a custom URL.
The Thumb Forward/Back buttons can be programmed to do various tasks. There are more options available on the Windows menu as compared to the bare listing for Apple machines.
PROBLEMS:
--The BIGGEST problem is that the dang mouse software locked up my MacBook. It is really difficult to do on a Mac so I can only conclude that Logitech thought of Apple as an afterthought. Boo-hiss.
--The above opinion is supported by the second annoyance which is that they didn't include the Apple software on the disk.
--The 'nudge' feature does not work in Open Office (on the Mac) - sigh - although it does work in Adobe. [Note: this feature worked with everything I tried on my Acer.]
--They also could have, for symmetries sake, included another set of programmable buttons on the right hand side of the mouse for lefties.
WINDOWS/INTEL RATING:
Four Stars [B+]. This is a nice sized mouse with some cool features. The software is a little slow installing but partially that was because the installer found an upgrade to download. I would definitely consider buying this mouse for my Acer laptop. The Zoom programmability and other programmable features work in Open Office, MSWord and Adobe and would make my life easier.
MAC RATING:
Two Stars. [D+] The Nano is a nice mouse but it wasn't designed with an Apple user in mind. The software had to be downloaded from the Logitech site and even then the presentation was inferior to that offered for Windows. Some features like Zoom are not available to us -period.
So, although the Nano has some cool, advanced 'programmable' features, I can't say that I'd recommend it to Mac users. That is, unless you are one of those vigilant sorts that can manage to remember not to let your computer go to sleep without turning off the mouse. Otherwise, it is going to trash your kernel. And I can't begin to tell you how annoying that was.
 I like to move it, move it .... September 30, 2007
Amanda Richards (Georgetown, Guyana)
43 out of 89 found this review helpful
Logitech says that their products are designed to move you, and this mouse sure lives up to that promise. Seconds after opening the beautifully packaged box, I was up and running and you can do it too. The instructions tell you everything you need to know, from how to put in the batteries (2 x AAA, included), how to turn it on (power button on the bottom), and where to insert the Nano receiver (USB port). For more features, Windows users can install the software included, and Mac users can go get the download.
Installation takes quite a few minutes, but once that's over, your mouse gets super powers, and can scroll from side to side (perfect for those extra wide pages), help you search the internet with the push of a button, and also navigate backwards and forwards between internet pages. How cool is that?
Here's all the OTHER good stuff about the VX Nano:
1. It's cordless
2. It's compact and cute, and oh so ergonomic (at least for small hands)
3. The MicroGear Precision Scroll Wheel (fancy name for the wheel thing between the buttons that you scroll with) has two modes: Hyper-Fast, for when you need to scroll down long documents at warp speed, and Ratchet, for when you don't have a long, long way to run. You switch between them by simply pressing down on the wheel. (Tilting the same wheel left or right gives you the side by side scrolling once you've installed the software)
4. There's a LED light to tell you when your batteries need changing
5. There's a compartment at the bottom of the mouse to store the Nano-receiver securely. Alternately, you can just leave the little thing attached to your notebook USB port.
6. The package includes a nice Logitech zippered case to keep your mouse snug as a bug in a rug.
7. You can use it on your desktop machine too. It comes with an "extension cord" that you plug into the USB port of your CPU, and insert the Nano-receiver into the little gizmo at the other end, and you're all set. I didn't even have to evict the regular mouse that was already living on my mouse pad.
Believe me, after you've gone Nano you'll never want to go back to cords again.
I Like To Move It Move It
I Like To Move It Move It
I Like To Move It Move It
You'll Like To (MOVE IT!)
Amanda Richards, September 30, 2007
Not enough superlatives! (One problem with a MacBook) September 23, 2007
Debbie Lee Wesselmann (the Lehigh Valley, PA)
33 out of 58 found this review helpful
If you've ever had to replace your computer mouse, then you know that Logitech covers a wide range of the market, from wireless to corded, from tiny to ergonomic, from no-frills to bells-and-whistles. The VX Nano Cordless was designed specifically for use with laptops, although it can be used on desktops.
The "Nano" refers not to the size of the mouse (it is *not* one of those ultra-portable mini mice) but of the wireless USB transmitter. When plugged in, the transmitter extends a mere 1/4 inch; you can leave it attached, slip your notebook into your case, and carry it away without worrying about snapping it off. If you choose not to leave it attached, the mouse itself has a storage compartment underneath that locks in place so you don't lose it. The mouse itself is 3 3/4 inches long, with contoured, rubberized sides for a comfortable grip. The mouse might prove to be too small for large hands, although most people won't want anything larger for their laptops. It beats the mini mouse I have and rarely use.
The tracking sensitivity of the mouse is excellent, and the scrolling feature is lightning quick. Although you can plug in the Nano and start using it right out of the box, you need to download the installation software to take advantage of the more advanced features such as internet search (really cool!) and browser back/forward at a touch. (Mac users have to download the appropriate installation software at the Logitech site, while Windows users can use the enclosed CD.)
The VX Nano comes with two AAA batteries, a soft case, a Windows installation CD, and an adapter for desktop use. The adapter is primarily for computers that do not have a USB connector at desk level; it consists of a USB connector at the end of a cord, with a port for the transmitter. The port is lightweight and can be easily skewed by accident, but its flat bottom keeps it from tipping over. I have an older Mac desktop, with a low-speed USB port on the keyboard, and I was able to plug the transmitter directly into the keyboard to use the mouse.
This device works as well on my MacBook as it does on a Windows laptop. Going online to download the Mac driver doesn't take any longer than it does to slip a CD into the drive and install from there. The only flaw I discovered occurred when I opened the back of the mouse while the transmitter was still plugged into my laptop's USB port, which turned off the mouse power; my laptop displayed a message that it needed to be rebooted, and the screen was completely frozen, disabling the normal restart/shut down menus. I learned quickly that I had to remove the transmitter *before* opening the storage/battery door.
I own two other Logitech mice, but this is by far my favorite. However, no-nonsense laptop users who plan to navigate documents only might find this mouse too pricey. I, however, have already packed mine in my laptop case, where it will travel from home to work and back again.
Logitech VX Nano - The Perfect Laptop Mouse!!! October 12, 2007
Mark (NY, NJ, CT USA)
30 out of 31 found this review helpful
The Logitech VX Nano fills a big need for mice: a wireless mouse that you can use with your laptop that is convenient and powerful.
This mouse is sleek and fits nicely in your hand. It's got all the standard buttons, a scroll button that is head over heels above all others, and those extra side buttons consumers now demand. The sroll button can be used for clicking, normal scrolling and FAST scrolling. This is great for those big spreadsheets. :)
This mouse worked upon plugging it in. The software that comes with it allows you to customize all of the buttons, but for this mouse I didn't have a need to do that. It uses 2 AAA batteries, which means no charging. I haven't burned through my first set, but past experience has led me to expect 3 to 6 months of use out of them at least. You can turn it off and on to preserve power and store the USB plug on the bottom.
In fact, the best feature of this mouse is that USB plug, which is almost flush with the back of my computer when plugged in. Most other wireless mice have plugs that stick out 1-2 inches. This is the first wireless mouse plug I don't have to worry about forgetting in my laptop. I just toggle it on and off on the bottom and go!
Unfortunately, the forward / backward side keys are best designed for right-handers. While the buttons can be customized to work for lefties, it's not nearly as comfortable using the side buttons that way.
There's really nothing major to complain about. This is a solid mouse that can be used anywhere, but that discrete USB plug makes it ideal for the laptop user on the go.
Enjoy!
Logitech Offers BIG Things From This Small Device March 9, 2008
M. Pickering (Hudsonville, MI USA)
23 out of 23 found this review helpful
Logitech has long been an industry leader in wireless computer keyboards and mice (among other things). I have tested most of their desktop and laptop wireless mice over the years and have usually been quite impressed with the majority of them. A notebook/laptop mouse, also referred to as a travel mouse, is smaller (usually 1/3 to smaller in size) than a standard desktop computer mouse. They usually come in three flavors; corded, USB cordless, and Bluetooth cordless. Current USB cordless travel mice usually use a radio frequency of 2.4 GHz, and require the installation of a dongle in one of your open laptop USB ports. Although this is a fairly straight forward process it creates a potential hazard, as you have this rectangular dongle (roughly 1 inches) jutting out of the back or side of your laptop computer, making it easy to damage the dongle or your USB port if not careful. Due to the protruding dongle, you must remove the device and store it away (usually stores inside the mouse itself) between uses. Well Logitech understands this inconvenience and has answered with the VX Nano Cordless Laser Mouse.
The VX Nano is a brilliant combination of style and function. The biggest (or I guess you could say "smallest") advantage of this new model is the unique USB micro-dongle, which gives true meaning to the word "Nano" used in the model name. This new USB dongle measures only "-H x "-W x "-D; about the size of a nickel. Once inserted into a USB port the dongle sticks out only of an inch. Compared to the typical dongle, which sticks out one and three quarter inches, this new micro-dongle looks like a tiny bump. No more worries about snapping off the dongle or damaging a USB port when moving your laptop around. In fact, this new micro-dongle is so small that you can simply leave it installed in the USB port when you put your laptop back in its carrying case. There is absolutely no need to remove the dongle whatsoever. If desired the dongle can be snapped into the underside of the mouse, behind the battery compartment door. I find this new, remarkable design simply amazing.
While the VX Nano's dongle may be small, this cordless mouse is BIG on features! Just look at all of the great things packed into this little device:
- Hyper-Fast Scrolling: Weighted and nearly frictionless scroll wheel allows you to scroll through long documents and web pages in a flash!
- Forward/Backward Buttons: Allows easy navigation of the Internet at the push of a button.
- Five Programmable Buttons: Allows full customization of the mouse's controls via the included SetPoint software.
- Laser Precision: Outperforms ordinary optical mice, allowing smoother cursor control on virtually any surface.
- Long Battery Life: Up to 6 months of use on two AAA batteries.
- Ultra-Portable & Attractive Mouse Design: Slim & Sleek, which slips easily into any laptop bag.
- Storable Receiver: Easily store the nano-receiver inside the mouse when you need to free up a USB port.
- Works with Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Mac OS-X (10.3.9 or later)
The VX Nano cordless laser mouse is very stylish and fun to use. The weighted scroll wheel can be switched between free-spin and detent mode. This allows the user to spin the scroll wheel and zip through long documents, spreadsheets and web pages, or to gradually roll with a more conventional, controlled movement. To switch the scroll wheel mode you simply push down on the wheel, which provides a solid "click" tactile feedback. The included SetPoint software installs effortlessly. Once installed you can adjust the sensitivity of the mouse's movements and scrolling speed, customize the 5 programmable mouse buttons, and view the current level of the mouse's batteries.
The mouse measures 4 inches long, 2.4 inches wide, and just over an inch thick; roughly the size of a bar of soap. It has a slim profile, which makes it sit fairly low, with a slight forward tilt (from palm side to the front buttons). It fits very well in an average sized adult hand, but may be a little awkward for those with very large hands. Lefties will be happy to know that the design of this mouse is shaped for both left and right-handed users. The 800 dpi resolution of this model is typical of a standard-use mouse. The VX Nano also comes with a handy neoprene padded case, which provides a safe home for the mouse when not being used.
Overall I am extremely pleased with the Logitech VX Nano cordless laser mouse. It fits my average sized man-hands very comfortably and has all of the features that I desire in a portable travel mouse. The real clincher for me is that micro-sized USB dongle, which I leave in my laptop at all times. My only real complaint about this mouse is the price. I paid $59.99 for mine, from a local retailer, but it can be had for a little less from several on-line merchants. You can surely find much less expensive mice on the market but I think you will find your investment in the Logitech VX Nano to be money well spent. It is definitely the best portable travel mouse that I have ever used and I highly recommend it. =o)
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