wild mouse

[Michael Hipp]

Rick Bowers wrote:
> I've been trying to install various linux version but have had problems 
> with several. Last night I installed Libranet from an older CD I downloaded 
> (Libranet 2.7 classic).  I got everything installed okay and used all the 
> default responses (e.g. probe for devices, auto config them, etc.).
> When the system boots, it goes into the GUI (not sure which one) but the 
> mouse is erratic.  Even small movements cause the pointer to fly around the 
> screen and random items get selected.
> I assume the mouse driver or some configuration is incorrect.  I can't 
> easily get into any configuration screens because of the erratic behavior 
> of the mouse.
> Is there a way I can reset the mouse?  I tried rebooting to see if it could 
> get rediscovered but that didn't help.
> I'm using a Logitech optical wheel mouse, P/N: 830513-0000, Model M-BJ58.
> 
> Any suggestions from the experts out there?  Aside from re-installing 
> everything?

When I've had this problem in the past, it was because of the "protocol" 
specified for the mouse in the /etc/X11/XF86Config file. Changing "protocol" 
from "IMPS/2" to "PS/2" should do it. Or perhaps vice-versa if I'm remembering 
wrong.

Michael