Re: [gentoo-user] OT logitech mouse recommendation (MX1000 vs G7)
-BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE- Hash: SHA1 Hullo Richard Fish wrote: On 7/7/06, Daniel Waeber [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: At least in my laptop the devices still work like they did before. I only got one problem right now: xorg does not start, if the mouse is inside the xorg.conf (using evdev driver) but not attached. but perhaps this is my fault. Do you need to use the evdev driver? If not, just use the mouse driver and point it at /dev/input/mice. That is what I do for my logitech cordless. The touchpad uses the synaptics driver and an event interface, while the USB mouse is using the standard mouse driver and /dev/input/mice. The left and right movement of the mouse wheel is only supported by the evdev driver. As this feature is really handy I'll have to use evdev. In conjunction with imwheel it is usable for all applications. But as the reciver is just about 10mm x 30mm x 5mm big, you'll easily can carry it with you. Somewhere I read that you can configure udev so it chances the xorg.conf. Perhaps I'll try that some day and will post it if I have success. BTW, how is the mobility for the G7/MX1000? Do they come with bulky cradles that one would have to carry around? It has a bulky charging station, but this is only needed to changce the batteries. The receiver itself is very small and can be carried around easily. wabu -BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE- Version: GnuPG v1.4.4 (GNU/Linux) Comment: Using GnuPG with Mozilla - http://enigmail.mozdev.org iD8DBQFEr5+TBbWbHb9PeLsRAmbqAJ4+4uShFRbRG5Yi420ax/yeTRpJrQCeL3JZ 1mS5+kfqhJ+BVX058qTVPjQ= =BScj -END PGP SIGNATURE- -- gentoo-user@gentoo.org mailing list
Re: [gentoo-user] OT logitech mouse recommendation (MX1000 vs G7)
On 7/8/06, Daniel Waeber [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The left and right movement of the mouse wheel is only supported by the evdev driver. As this feature is really handy I'll have to use evdev. Ok, well you'll probably be very happy when xorg 7.2 comes out with input hotplug support. :-) -Richard -- gentoo-user@gentoo.org mailing list
Re: [gentoo-user] OT logitech mouse recommendation (MX1000 vs G7)
On Friday 07 July 2006 21:39, Allan Gottlieb wrote: Now that I have xorg-7.0-r1 installed, I am planning to upgrade my logitech cordless mouseman optical to one of the new toys, either the MX1000 or the G7. I have read the helpful gentoo-wiki entry. I am looking for recommendations/experiences. Would I perceive any difference between them? In particular 1. This is for a laptop (dell 5150) so there will also be the synaptics two button touchpad on the keyboard. I assume either of the two new mice would work and would not disable the touchpad (I know about alwayscore). Correct? 2. I do not play high speed games, but would consider it a mild plus if such games were better supported since my children (low 20s) do play these games and very occasionally use my system. thanks in advance, allan I'd go for the G7, it's got 2 replaceable batteries which make it a lot better imho, I currently have an MX700 but my next upgrade will definately not be a MX1000, I'll be a G7 or higher (by the time I'll need to upgrade) -- Rick van Hattem Rick.van.Hattem(at)Fawo.nl -- gentoo-user@gentoo.org mailing list
Re: [gentoo-user] OT logitech mouse recommendation (MX1000 vs G7)
-BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE- Hash: SHA1 Hi Allan Gottlieb wrote: Now that I have xorg-7.0-r1 installed, I am planning to upgrade my logitech cordless mouseman optical to one of the new toys, either the MX1000 or the G7. I have read the helpful gentoo-wiki entry. I'm currently using a G7 on my laptop and it works great, all 8 buttons and on-the-fly sensitivity just feel good. Moreover having two battaries is super. But i never tested the MX1000, so i just can say that G7 rocks :) I am looking for recommendations/experiences. Would I perceive any difference between them? In particular 1. This is for a laptop (dell 5150) so there will also be the synaptics two button touchpad on the keyboard. I assume either of the two new mice would work and would not disable the touchpad (I know about alwayscore). Correct? At least in my laptop the devices still work like they did before. I only got one problem right now: xorg does not start, if the mouse is inside the xorg.conf (using evdev driver) but not attached. but perhaps this is my fault. 2. I do not play high speed games, but would consider it a mild plus if such games were better supported since my children (low 20s) do play these games and very occasionally use my system. Your gaming children will love the 2000 dpi and the on-the-fly sensitivity. Its perfect for gaming. thanks in advance, allan wabu -BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE- Version: GnuPG v1.4.4 (GNU/Linux) Comment: Using GnuPG with Mozilla - http://enigmail.mozdev.org iD8DBQFErt3VBbWbHb9PeLsRAiXbAJ0W3sGYkGwTM33UWD6R6pwW+iP/sQCfbPe1 DtuZFO2stsH1y3F8t2EtviM= =nrZr -END PGP SIGNATURE- -- gentoo-user@gentoo.org mailing list
Re: [gentoo-user] OT logitech mouse recommendation (MX1000 vs G7)
At Fri, 07 Jul 2006 22:15:18 +0200 Rick van Hattem [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Friday 07 July 2006 21:39, Allan Gottlieb wrote: Now that I have xorg-7.0-r1 installed, I am planning to upgrade my logitech cordless mouseman optical to one of the new toys, either the MX1000 or the G7. I have read the helpful gentoo-wiki entry. I am looking for recommendations/experiences. Would I perceive any difference between them? In particular 1. This is for a laptop (dell 5150) so there will also be the synaptics two button touchpad on the keyboard. I assume either of the two new mice would work and would not disable the touchpad (I know about alwayscore). Correct? 2. I do not play high speed games, but would consider it a mild plus if such games were better supported since my children (low 20s) do play these games and very occasionally use my system. thanks in advance, allan I'd go for the G7, it's got 2 replaceable batteries which make it a lot better imho, I currently have an MX700 but my next upgrade will definately not be a MX1000, I'll be a G7 or higher (by the time I'll need to upgrade) Thanks. These batteries are rechargeable, right? I was hoping not to have to replace batteries as often as I do with my current mouse. The multibutton logitech that I remember seeing a year ago had a cradle into which the mouse can be placed and recharged. I will probably go for the G7 as you recommend. Thanks again, allan -- gentoo-user@gentoo.org mailing list
Re: [gentoo-user] OT logitech mouse recommendation (MX1000 vs G7)
At Sat, 08 Jul 2006 00:19:01 +0200 Daniel Waeber [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Allan Gottlieb wrote: Now that I have xorg-7.0-r1 installed, I am planning to upgrade my logitech cordless mouseman optical to one of the new toys, either the MX1000 or the G7. I have read the helpful gentoo-wiki entry. I'm currently using a G7 on my laptop and it works great, all 8 buttons and on-the-fly sensitivity just feel good. Moreover having two battaries is super. But i never tested the MX1000, so i just can say that G7 rocks :) Thanks. That is two strong votes for the G7. That is my planned purchase now. thanks again. allan -- gentoo-user@gentoo.org mailing list
Re: [gentoo-user] OT logitech mouse recommendation (MX1000 vs G7)
On 7/7/06, Allan Gottlieb [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: At Sat, 08 Jul 2006 00:19:01 +0200 Daniel Waeber [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Allan Gottlieb wrote: Now that I have xorg-7.0-r1 installed, I am planning to upgrade my logitech cordless mouseman optical to one of the new toys, either the MX1000 or the G7. I have read the helpful gentoo-wiki entry. I'm currently using a G7 on my laptop and it works great, all 8 buttons and on-the-fly sensitivity just feel good. Moreover having two battaries is super. But i never tested the MX1000, so i just can say that G7 rocks :) Thanks. That is two strong votes for the G7. That is my planned purchase now. Hold it. I'm a Logitech mouse fanatic. The MX1000 is for users. The G7 is for gamers. The G7 can go either way, though it is targeted for more hardcore gamers. If you want something you *know* will work and can accompany you for many long hours in front of the spreadsheet, the MX 1000 is your mouse. If you demand rediculous accuracy and response times, the G7 is for you. -- == GCv3.12 == GCS d-(++) s+: a? C++ UL+ P+ L++ E--- W+(+++) N++ o? K? w--- O? M+ V? PS- PE+ Y-(--) PGP- t+++ 5? X R tv-- b+ DI+++ D+ G e* h- !r !y = END GCv3.12 -- gentoo-user@gentoo.org mailing list
Re: [gentoo-user] OT logitech mouse recommendation (MX1000 vs G7)
On 7/7/06, Daniel Waeber [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: At least in my laptop the devices still work like they did before. I only got one problem right now: xorg does not start, if the mouse is inside the xorg.conf (using evdev driver) but not attached. but perhaps this is my fault. Do you need to use the evdev driver? If not, just use the mouse driver and point it at /dev/input/mice. That is what I do for my logitech cordless. The touchpad uses the synaptics driver and an event interface, while the USB mouse is using the standard mouse driver and /dev/input/mice. BTW, how is the mobility for the G7/MX1000? Do they come with bulky cradles that one would have to carry around? -Richard -- gentoo-user@gentoo.org mailing list
Re: [gentoo-user] OT logitech mouse recommendation (MX1000 vs G7)
At Fri, 07 Jul 2006 17:54:25 -0700 Richard Fish [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: BTW, how is the mobility for the G7/MX1000? Do they come with bulky cradles that one would have to carry around? I believe both have a cradle. However, I already own a tiny trivial mouse for trips. The G7/MX1000 would stay in one place (with my external monitor and allegedly-hand-and-wrist-friendly keyboard). allan -- gentoo-user@gentoo.org mailing list
Re: [gentoo-user] OT logitech mouse recommendation (MX1000 vs G7)
On 7/7/06, Allan Gottlieb [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: At Fri, 07 Jul 2006 17:54:25 -0700 Richard Fish [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: BTW, how is the mobility for the G7/MX1000? Do they come with bulky cradles that one would have to carry around? I believe both have a cradle. However, I already own a tiny trivial mouse for trips. The G7/MX1000 would stay in one place (with my external monitor and allegedly-hand-and-wrist-friendly keyboard). The MX1000 has a gigantic bulky cradle like my MX 700. The G7 has interchangable batteries and a base docking station, but that is just a USB extension that houses a much more portable USB reciever like a smaller wireless optical mouse. If you plan on moving around a lot, get the G7. If you're staying put, the MX 1000 will do fine. Both are dang good mice, so you really can't make a *wrong* choice, just one is better than the other for certain needs. That's all. -- == GCv3.12 == GCS d-(++) s+: a? C++ UL+ P+ L++ E--- W+(+++) N++ o? K? w--- O? M+ V? PS- PE+ Y-(--) PGP- t+++ 5? X R tv-- b+ DI+++ D+ G e* h- !r !y = END GCv3.12 -- gentoo-user@gentoo.org mailing list
