Windows 7 Mouse pointer settings not saved on reboot

[Tom Vd Molen]

hi, i've got a microsoft sidewinder X8 with intellipoint installed.
what i've did is, i've created a custom mouse pointer scheme, only when i reboot my mouse pointer is just the normal windows 7 aero pointer.
however, when i go to my mouse settings, the scheme i made is still set.
so i've to select an other scheme, and then select mine again.
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i'm not having any driver issues or whatsoever, does anyone know how to fix this?

 

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It seems like you're facing an issue where your custom mouse pointer scheme reverts to the default Aero pointer after a reboot, even though your scheme is set in the mouse settings. This can be frustrating, but there are a few troubleshooting steps you can try to resolve this issue: 1. Check for Updates: Ensure that you have the latest version of the Intellipoint software installed for your Microsoft Sidewinder X8 mouse. Sometimes, updating the software can fix compatibility issues that may cause settings to reset. 2. Recreate the Scheme: If updating doesn't work, try recreating your custom mouse pointer scheme. Delete the existing custom scheme, create a new one with the desired settings, and see if it persists after a reboot. 3. Run as Administrator: Sometimes, changes might not save properly due to permission issues. Try running the Intellipoint software as an administrator to ensure that settings are saved correctly. 4. Check Startup Programs: Make sure that there are no conflicting programs set to run at startup that might interfere with your mouse settings. Disable unnecessary startup programs and see if the issue persists. 5. Reset Mouse Settings: As a last resort, you can try resetting all mouse settings back to default and then recreate your custom scheme. This can sometimes help in resolving persistent issues. If none of these steps resolve the problem, it might be a specific issue related to the Intellipoint software or Windows 7 settings. In that case, you may want to contact Microsoft support for further assistance or look for specific solutions related to Intellipoint and custom mouse pointer schemes on Windows 7 forums or support pages.