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The thread discusses a user's challenge with reformatting Windows 7 without a PS/2 mouse, only having a USB/wireless mouse that doesn't work during driver installation. A responder suggests using "Mouse Keys" via the Windows accessibility features as a solution. The original poster appreciates the tip, indicating it will help them proceed with the reformat without needing a physical mouse.

Zon927

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I need to reformat my windows 7 PC, but I don't have a PS/2 mouse, only wireless/USB. When reformatting in the past I've gotten stuck before the USB drivers installed, when a USB mouse would not work. Previously I usually had a corded PS/2 mouse around and just plugged it in and kept going, but I don't have one on hand at the moment. I do have a PS/2 keyboard.

I've been looking at what mouse commands that can be done with a keyboard but I'm not completely sure that I can get through the menus on the driver installation disc. The PC is custom built with an Asus P8Z77-V LK mother board and an OEM version (Dell) of Windows 7 Professional 64bit that I purchased separately. Is this possible to do with only a keyboard?
 

Zon927

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Thanks Pat. No I hadn't seen that. Looks like that will solve the problem.