RONDO1020 Posted August 15, 2009 Share Posted August 15, 2009 I am a relative newcomer to Autocad and am about to begin using version 2007 with Vista. Any recommendations for the best mouse to use would be appreciated. I have read numerous reports of pan function not working correctly etc and would like to start off with a mouse without any compatability issues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CadDan Posted August 15, 2009 Share Posted August 15, 2009 The razer mamba is probably the greatest mouse out there right now. But at a price of around $120 us dollars, it is steep. specs of the mamba Gaming Grade Wireless Technology Dual Mode Wired/Wireless Functionality Razer Synapse™ On-board Memory Seven independently programmable Hyperesponse™ buttons 5600DPI Razer Precision™ 3.5G Laser sensor 1000Hz Ultrapolling™ / 1ms response rate Up to 200 inches per second*/ 50g acceleration Approximate size: 128mm x 70mm x 42.5mm Battery Life: 14hrs (continuous gaming); 72 hours (normal gaming usage) *Depends on surface used You can find a good razer mouse for around $30 to $40 US dollars. The razer salmosa falls under this category. here are the specs for it: 1800dpi Razer Precision™ 3G infrared sensor 1000Hz Ultrapolling / 1ms response time Mechanical dpi/polling rate switches On-The-Fly Sensitivity™ adjustment Always-On™ mode Ultra-large non-slip buttons 16-bit ultra-wide data path 60-120 inches per second Three independently programmable Hyperesponse™ buttons Ambidextrous design Scroll wheel with 24 individual click positions Zero-acoustic Ultraslick™ Teflon feet Seven-foot, lightweight, non-tangle cord Approximate size: 115mm (length) x 63mm (width) x 37mm (height) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanjt Posted August 16, 2009 Share Posted August 16, 2009 i saw the mamba in the store, it's sooo nice and oh so comfortable. The razer mamba is probably the greatest mouse out there right now. But at a price of around $120 us dollars, it is steep. specs of the mamba Gaming Grade Wireless Technology Dual Mode Wired/Wireless Functionality Razer Synapse™ On-board Memory Seven independently programmable Hyperesponse™ buttons 5600DPI Razer Precision™ 3.5G Laser sensor 1000Hz Ultrapolling™ / 1ms response rate Up to 200 inches per second*/ 50g acceleration Approximate size: 128mm x 70mm x 42.5mm Battery Life: 14hrs (continuous gaming); 72 hours (normal gaming usage) *Depends on surface used You can find a good razer mouse for around $30 to $40 US dollars. The razer salmosa falls under this category. here are the specs for it: 1800dpi Razer Precision™ 3G infrared sensor 1000Hz Ultrapolling / 1ms response time Mechanical dpi/polling rate switches On-The-Fly Sensitivity™ adjustment Always-On™ mode Ultra-large non-slip buttons 16-bit ultra-wide data path 60-120 inches per second Three independently programmable Hyperesponse™ buttons Ambidextrous design Scroll wheel with 24 individual click positions Zero-acoustic Ultraslick™ Teflon feet Seven-foot, lightweight, non-tangle cord Approximate size: 115mm (length) x 63mm (width) x 37mm (height) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
29xthefun Posted August 17, 2009 Share Posted August 17, 2009 I have had this mouse for a few weeks now and find it great for autocad. http://www.play.com/PC/PCs/4-/10109351/Prestigio-Wireless-Laser-Gaming-Mouse/Product.html 17 pounds is a great price as it does look and feel like it should cost more. The middle button/wheel is really great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qwerty Posted August 27, 2009 Share Posted August 27, 2009 I'd like a mouse with 8 or more buttons. Can anyone recommend one that works well with AutoCAD? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenMc Posted August 27, 2009 Share Posted August 27, 2009 http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/mice_pointers/mice/devices/2987&cl=US,EN i quite like this mouse. got it recently and i use autocad everyday seems to work great with me. getting the correct mouse is all down to personal opinion though. theres only so much information from others but until you try a few out, you might not find "the one" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qwerty Posted August 27, 2009 Share Posted August 27, 2009 All I've read on this site points to Logitech as the preferred mouse. I'll search their website and find something suitable. Sounds like hand fit is the main concern. Keep your scotch. We'll take all your Islay Whisky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chulse Posted August 27, 2009 Share Posted August 27, 2009 I love my MX 1100 Logitech Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qwerty Posted August 27, 2009 Share Posted August 27, 2009 Reading the various reviews, the MX1100 sounds great. My original concern was how individual mouse features work with AutoCAD. I'm used to a 16 button cursor on a digitizing table but want to switch to a mouse. My sense is that the main thrust in mouse design is for ergonomics and that they all function fine within AutoCAD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chulse Posted August 28, 2009 Share Posted August 28, 2009 The SetPoint software that comes with the Logitech mice lets you program the buttons to specific tasks, specific for Autocad (and separately for other programs as well) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tankman Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 I like my Logitech wireless keyboard and mouse, MX3200. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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