Microsoft Mouse Release Notes (Software version 9.00)

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MICROSOFT MOUSE RELEASE NOTES (Software version 9.00)Copyright (C) Microsoft Corp. 1993

This document contains information that supplements the"Microsoft Mouse User's Guide" and accompanying software.The Microsoft Mouse software is designed and tested forthe Microsoft Mouse.

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CONTENTS

I. Important Ergonomic Safety InformationII. The Microsoft Mouse Setup Program

1. Modifications Made by Setup2. Returning Your System to Pre-Setup Condition3. Setting up to a Floppy Disk System4. Loading MOUSE.EXE into Upper Memory

III. The MOUSEPWR FeatureIV. Microsoft Windows NT Support for Your MouseV. Meet the MouseVI. Notes on Mouse Manager Features

1. Windows and MS-DOS Features2. Magnify3. Screen Wrap

4. Snap-to5. Mouse Trails

VII. Other Issues1. MS-DOS Support for the IBM XGA Video Card2. Hot Keys on LCD Screens3. Large and Medium Pointers4. Windows 3.0 Support

VIII. More Ergonomic Information_________________________________________________________________

I. IMPORTANT ERGONOMIC SAFETY INFORMATION

******************************************************************** Some studies suggest that long periods of repetitive motion, ** coupled with an improper work environment and incorrect work ** habits, may be linked to certain types of physical discomfort ** or injury. These include carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), ** tendinitis, and tenosynovitis. It is important to follow all ** instructions carefully. Failure to do so may result in CTS, ** tendinitis, or tenosynovitis. These instructions may not only ** help minimize your chances of experiencing one of these ** conditions, but will also help you to work more comfortably ** and effectively. Ensuring that your chair, work surface, and *


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* the placement of the mouse are in the correct positions is ** important. In addition, you should take frequent breaks to ** avoid sitting in the same position for extended periods of ** time. See the end of this README for more important ergonomic ** information. ********************************************************************

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II. THE MOUSE SETUP PROGRAM

1. Modifications to Your System

The following changes are made to your system if you set up thesoftware using all the default conditions during the mouse Setupprogram (default directory is c:\mouse).

For the mouse driver in MS-DOS, Setup makes the following changes:

a. Installs or modifies lines similar to the following in AUTOEXEC.BAT:

set mouse=c:\mousec:\mouse\mouse.exe

b. Adds mouse to the PATH statement.

NOTE: Setup adds mouse to the beginning of your PATH statement.However, the end of your PATH statement may be truncated if itcontains too many elements.

c. Deletes the following line (if it exists) from CONFIG.SYS:

device=c:\mouse.sys

For the mouse driver in Windows, Setup makes the following changes:

a. Adds the following line to the load line in WIN.INI:

[windows] section c:\mouse\pointer.exe

b. Modifies the following lines in SYSTEM.INI:

[boot] section mouse.drv=c:\mouse\mouse.drv[boot.description] section mouse.drv=Microsoft Mouse version 9.00[386enh] section keyboard=mousevkd.386

c. Adds a group to PROGMAN.INI:

groupn=c:\mouse\mouse.grp(where n = group number and \mouse=mouse directory)

d. Setup updates to the latest CTL3D.DLL file to the Windows System

directory (if it's not already there).

e. If you have Microsoft Windows version 3.0, Setup installs WINHELP.EXE.2. Returning Your System to Pre-Setup Condition


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To return your system to its previous condition before youran the mouse Setup program, make the following modifications:

a. Remove the following line from WIN.INI:

c:\mouse\pointer.exe

b. Change the following lines in SYSTEM.INI to read:

[boot] section mouse.drv=mouse.drv[boot.description] section mouse.drv=Microsoft, or IBM PS/2[386enh] section keyboard=*vkd

3. Setting up with a Floppy Disk System

Setup supports only hard disk systems and floppy disk systemswith two drives. If you are installing files onto a floppy disksystem that has only one drive, you must decompress and copy thefiles manually. EXPAND.EXE, a file-decompression program, isprovided on the Setup disk for this purpose.

To install using a single-drive floppy disk system:

a. Insert the Setup disk into drive A and type:

expand mouse.ex$ b:mouse.exe

b. When prompted by MS-DOS, remove the Setup disk and insertyour destination disk.

c. Reinsert the Setup disk in the drive and type:

expand mousemgr.ex$ b:mousemgr.exe

d. When prompted by MS-DOS, remove the Setup disk and

insert your destination disk.To load your mouse driver, type:

mouse

Run Mouse Manager to set pointer options, if desired.To run Mouse Manager, type:

mousemgrIf you install the software using a dual floppy disk system,set up the mouse software from drive b to drive a.

4. Loading MOUSE.EXE into Upper Memory

The MS-DOS mouse driver automatically loads itself intoupper memory, if available. Using the MS-DOS loadhigh commandmay cause your mouse software to load into low memory._________________________________________________________________

III. THE MOUSEPWR FEATURE

Some laptop computers have the capability to go into a sleep mode


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to conserve power when not being used. Load the MOUSEPWR feature ifyour mouse becomes erratic after you resume from sleep mode. MOUSEPWRrestores pre-sleep mode settings of the mouse when you resumework on the laptop.

It's not necessary to use MOUSEPWR if your system has AdvancedPower Management (APM). However, this feature requires verylittle memory (928 bytes) and won't conflict with APM if both

are loaded on your system.The MOUSEPWR feature is not automatically copied during themouse Setup program. Use the MS-DOS copy command to loadMOUSEPWR.COM to your system. The MOUSEPWR feature mustbe loaded at the MS-DOS prompt only (not in Windows). Ifyou need to load MOUSEPWR to your system, add it to yourAUTOEXEC.BAT file so that it loads each time you turn yoursystem on. For example, if MOUSEPWR is in the root directory,add the following line to your AUTOEXEC.BAT file:

c:\mousepwr.com

Otherwise, you'll need to load MOUSEPWR manually each time youwant to use it. Type the following line at the MS-DOS promptto load the MOUSEPWR feature manually:

\mouse\mousepwr.com

where 'mouse' is the directory containing the MOUSEPWR.COM file.

____________________________________________________________________IV. MICROSOFT WINDOWS NT SUPPORT FOR YOUR MOUSE

Microsoft Windows NT will have Microsoft mouse drivers included.

For additional mouse support for Microsoft Windows NT, contactMicrosoft Customer Service upon release of Microsoft Windows NT.Inside the U.S.A., call 1-800-426-9400. Outside the U.S.A.,please contact your subsidiary.

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V. MEET THE MOUSEMeet the Mouse is a short, animated demonstration that isavailable for viewing when you run the mouse Setup program.You can also watch Meet the Mouse from Mouse Manager. Meet

the Mouse takes approximately two minutes to run if you havethe minimum required configuration set up for Microsoft Windows.Meet the Mouse may run slower if you have less than the requiredconfiguration, or if you have a 24-bit graphics card.

To save disk space, you can remove this demonstration by deletingthe ERGODEMO.DLL file from the directory that contains yourmouse software.____________________________________________________________________


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VI. NOTES ON MOUSE MANAGER FEATURES1. MS-DOS and Windows Features

When you choose Set Buttons, Overall Pointer Speed, Acceleration,and Orientation from Mouse Manager in Windows, the changesdo not affect the MS-DOS driver until you reboot your computer.However, if you set these features from the Mouse Manager in

MS-DOS, the changes affect both MS-DOS and Windows.2. Magnify

Once you activate Magnify with the keyboard key and mouse,release the key and mouse button. Click any mouse buttonto return your pointer to normal.

If you move the magnified pointer quickly in highly graphicalapplications, it may take a few seconds for the screen to fullyredraw.

You cannot use the Magnify feature on pull-down menus because

the activating keystroke causes the pull-down menu to close. Thisalso applies to other items that are deactivated by a singlekeystroke.

3. Screen Wrap

Screen Wrap cannot move off the edge of the screen whileMicrosoft Windows is busy (for example, while the pointeris an hour glass).

4. Snap-to

If Snap-to does not work in some dialog boxes, it is because

the default buttons in these dialog boxes do not adhere to thestandard Microsoft Windows user interface specifications.

5. Mouse Trails

You can not adjust the length of Mouse Trails for Paletizedvideo drivers through Mouse Manager.

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VIII. OTHER ISSUES

1. MS-DOS Support for the IBM XGA Video Card

A file called XGA.VDM is on your Mouse Setup disk, but is notautomatically copied during Setup. You need to copy this fileto your mouse directory only if you have an IBM XGA card in yoursystem. This file will give you MS-DOS support for your XGA card.

2. Hot Keys on LCD Screens

On some LCD screens some of the hot keys do not show up or arenot highlighted.


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3. Large and Medium PointersWhen using a large or medium sized pointer, some MS-DOSapplications may not redraw the pointer correctly, resultingin "mouse droppings."

When using a large or medium sized pointer, some applicationsfor Windows may not enlarge the pointer correctly.

4. Windows 3.0 SupportSetup does not update Mouse Manager in the Windows ControlPanel, version 3.0. But Setup still creates a mouseprogram group which contains Mouse Manager.

There is no support for the mouse driver in an MS-DOS windowedapplication within Windows 3.0. To get mouse support, run yourMS-DOS application full screen within Windows (ALT + ENTER switchesbetween a window and full screen).

___________________________________________________________________VIII. MORE ERGONOMIC INFORMATION

Personalizing your environment so that it is comfortable for your worksituation promotes a healthy physical and mental lifestyle. Studiesshow that a carefully planned work environment can actually increaseproductivity. Of course, only you can judge what s best for you, sowe encourage you to adapt these tips to your own needs.

Exercises

Exercise and frequent breaks play an important part in staying alert

and comfortable on the job. Take periodic breaks to rest your eyes,move your body, and get your circulation flowing. Try some of thefollowing exercises several times during the day.

Gently press your hands against a table, stretch, and hold for fiveseconds. Stretch and massage your fingers, hands, wrists, and forearmsthroughout the day. Gently shake your hands and fingers to relievetension and help blood flow. Rotate your shoulders in a full forwardcircle four times. Then roll them backward four times. Then rotateeach shoulder separately four times. Do this at least twice daily.Organize your work so that you alternate using your computer withother activities. Try to use different muscle groups throughout theday. Get up and walk around several times a day.

Note: If you experience pain while using your computer, consult aqualified health professional.

Chair and Desk

A chair that is adjustable in height is a good place to start. Itshould be comfortable and provide firm support to the lower back(lumbar region). Adjust the chair so that your forearms formapproximate right angles with your upper arms and so that yourfeet rest flat on the floor. If your feet don t rest flat on the


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floor, use a footrest that is high enough so that your thighsare about parallel to the floor while you re seated.

If at all possible, place your system on a desk designed for acomputer. Traditional writing desks are sometimes too high forcomputer use. A proper height between your chair and your deskis essential. And don t forget good posture -- slouching putsunnecessary strain on your back and weakens muscles.

Display and Lighting

Place the display screen directly in front of you at a comfortableviewing distance. Sit in your chair and make sure that the top ofthe display is no higher than eye level. Make sure you can t seeglare and bright reflections on the screen (anti-glare filters help)or on your mouse, and keep your screen clean and dust free.

It s important to look away from your display frequently. Severaltimes every hour, focus on an object about 20 feet away and slowlyinhale through your nose and exhale through your mouth.

Keyboard and MousePosition the keyboard directly in front of you on the desk. Whileyou re typing and using the mouse, keep your shoulders relaxed andlet your upper arms hang freely at your sides. Let your elbows hangloosely near your body and allow enough room on your desk forunhindered movement of the mouse. Your forearms should be nearlyparallel and at approximate right angles to the floor as you typeand use the mouse.

Position the mouse at the same height as your keyboard. If you can,try to avoid light sources that can reflect on the surfaces of yourmouse and keyboard. Use your entire arm to move the mouse around

on your desktop whenever possible. The Microsoft Mouse is designedso that you can rest your hand on it whenever possible, and so thatyou don t have to grip it unusually hard when using it. Avoidexcessive tension in your hand by relaxing -- don t pinch themouse too hard.

The high-performance level of the Microsoft Mouse makes itunnecessary to use a mouse pad. However, if you do use a mousepad, make sure it is not so thick that it raises your arm andthe mouse. Your arm should maintain an approximate right angleto the horizontal table top. The mouse pad should provide smoothfriction for ease of use -- it should not be too slippery. Itshould also be lint free so the mouse ball doesn t get dirty.

The design of the Microsoft Mouse accommodates a wide varietyof grips and lets you use the mouse in either hand. The mouseallows for several possible work positions, which can help youavoid unnecessary strain on your arms and hands. By periodicallyvarying the way you hold the mouse, you don t repeat the samemotion over a long period of time. The software that comes withthe Microsoft Mouse (Mouse Manager) supports the mouse designby letting you customize the software for variable work positions.It s a good idea to periodically readjust your software as you getbetter acquainted with your mouse.


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