Wireless Keyboard and Mouse

advcomp2019

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I am looking for a wireless keyboard and mouse for a MediaCenter PC. Plus I want the mouse to rechargeable. I was looking at the Logitech MX3100, but I can not find it any more.

The main reason for the wireless keyboard and mouse because I have it connected to the TV and the PC is about 20 to 25 feet away. I might be able to get 10 feet closer.

I am replacing a Logitech® Cordless MX Duo that just died.

Does any one know where I can get the Logitech MX3100 or one like it?
 

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I am open to other options. The options that listed before are ones that I wish to have. I do not know if they made the mice better or not for bettery life. That is the main reason for the rechargeable mouse.

I have read the reviews on the MX5000, and it sounds like the have problems with it. Unless it is how they are setup.
 

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You're going to want bluetooth for your wireless setup. Anything else and you'll be stuck with a sub 10ft range. Also, if you have things like wireless phones, wireless speakers, adsl broadband, etc. - depending on what rf you get, it could get interference from those and a few other elecronic devices that emit electromagnetic waves.

Bluetooth gives excellent ranges. As for the 5000, it's ok - has kind of a cheap feel to it though.
 

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I have the bluetooth logitech mouse and keyboard combo. It works pretty well but it's still a little tempermental. The best setup I've found is to have the bluetooth adapter in direct line of sight of the mouse/keyboard. Also just before my cell phone rings I get a lot of mouse lag.

Another thing you're going to want with this setup is a lapdesk . I found one at the local bed, bath and beyond, it cost me $8

The footprint on that keyboard is a lot bigger than it needs to be which makes is a bit of a pain to use, thankfully the keypad is seperate and you can use that for gaming. Another minor issue that confused me for a while is that if you don't use the keyboard for a minute or so the next keypress won't type but is needed to activate the keyboard (this may only be the case when using direct input).
 

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Since you are getting interference when your phone rings I would have to guess that you are using a cordless phone. If this is the case, what type is it (900, 1.4, 2.8, 5.4)?