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This tag covers discussions about configuring and reassigning the functions of physical buttons on input devices such as mice and trackballs. Topics include using legacy driver software like Kensington Mouseworks to enable button mapping on newer operating systems, troubleshooting compatibility issues between Windows Vista and Windows 7, and preserving full device functionality when official driver support is lacking. The content focuses on practical workarounds for older hardware, particularly Kensington trackballs, and the challenges of maintaining custom button assignments across Windows versions.
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    Windows 7 Kensington Mouseworks Works In Vista But Not in Windows 7 Vista Compatibility Mode

    I have a Kensington Trackball (the original grey square 4 button model) which works great and which I absolutely love. I have had it about 10 years now and it still works perfectly fine. Kensington got a lot of grief (and rightly so) for not providing driver support when migrating it from...
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    • button mapping compatibility compatibility mode dell device recognition driver support feedback hardware issues installation issues kensington legacy hardware mouseworks software capabilities tech support trackball troubleshooting user experience windows 7 windows migration windows vista
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    • Forum: Windows Software
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