Windows 7 Plug & Play

OldTimer

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• Aug 28, 2011

• #2

D'hell?
I'd definitely go with a Microsoft USB digital mouse, NOT a Dell.
And either a Microsoft or Logitech keyboard.

It's doubtful that your laptop will have a PS2 port for either a normal (PS2) mouse or keyboard so you'll have to go USB.
And yes, any USB device will work without drivers.

Good Luck,
Old Timer

 

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• Aug 30, 2011

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Never had problems with Dell and I'm choosing that brand just because my other stuff (mainly computer) are Dell too. I like matching stuff.

 

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OldTimer

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• Aug 30, 2011

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I'll bet you drive a YUGO too, right?

Dell is only the lowest quality brand on the market.

I've been working on computers long before there was a Dell, and it's the one brand I have the most service calls on.

But keep on buying the stuff, because we repair tech's need the income.

Good Luck,

 

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Digerati

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• Aug 31, 2011

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Are mice and keyboards plug-and-play for laptops

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Yes.

Or will it require driver installation of any sort?

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Yes - if it has any special features - extra buttons, etc. you want to use. To use as a basic mouse, it should use Windows native drivers with no problem.

and ready to use

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Maybe. Depending on the notebook, you may have to disable the touchpad to enable the mouse.

 

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