Check the USB cable
- Check that the USB cable is connected securely to your laptop and the mouse.
- If the USB cable is not connected securely, unplug the USB cable and re-connect it.
- Check Device Manager to ensure the mouse drivers are installed correctly:
- Press ⌘+R and type devmgmt.msc.
- Expand Universal Serial Bus controllers.
- Verify there is an entry for your mouse.
- If the mouse is not listed, reinstall the drivers.
- Try a different USB port, if possible.
- Check the power settings, if using a wireless mouse:
- Right-click on the battery icon > Power Options.
- Select Change Plan Settings next to the selected plan.
- Select Change advanced power settings.
- Expand Hardware > Devices.
- Make sure Allow the computer to turn off this device is enabled.
- Test the mouse on a different computer.