Introduction

Logitech is widely know for its excellently crafted peripherals, and their new USB mouse is no exception. This highly ergonomical is very comfortable for any hand. It has two main buttons and a wheel in the center. The buttons click very easily, and the wheel is VERY handy (No more moving the mouse around to scroll!). With easy to use driver software, the mouse is highly configurable. making the wheel button double click or just do nothing! I purchased the OEM version for a mere $20, but without the box and instructions.  You can buy the retail version for as cheap as $31, check that out here.

Setup

After installing the USB port, the entire setup was fairly simple. I had it already plugged in so when it installed the port, it also installed the mouse. Then I put in the disk that came with the mouse, installed the software, and restarted my computer. The mouse software was old so I had to download new drivers to get the wheel to work, but with the retail version it probably will have the newest drivers on the disk. Installation was not all that great. I probably had to restart my computer 10 times and reload the drivers in twice. BUT, it was all to get the features to work (basically the wheel).

My USB Experience

A pretty good one. The first time around I didn't get it to work on the machete because I didn't setup the chipset to enable USB. But after I did windows detected the port and everything was okay. I have to admit I like this USB because of having everything using one kind of port and having a universal port thats fast. I fell in love with this mouse the first time I got to use it because of the speed and accuracy. I see only good in USB, and I give it a 5 of 5 Clintons.

Who should get this mouse?

I suggest that anyone who has a USB port should get this mouse. It is finally crafted to fit right or left handed people. The mouse supports PS/2, but why not go with state of the art? Also makes the perfect stocking stuffer if you know the person has a USB or PS/2 port.

Conclusion

Logitech has done an excellent job on creating a good USB mouse, and with good drivers on their side, this mouse is superb. The standard retail price of $40 is kind of steep for basically a USB version of the Logitech First Mouse+.  The reliability is a problem because I do have crashes every now and then when the mouse stops functioning, but I'm sure that problem will go away after a driver revision. Taking price and reliability in mind, I give the Logitech USB Wheel Mouse a 4 of 5 Clinton rating!