Windows XP / Networking

Installing a Bluetooth Mouse or Keyboard

Installing a Bluetooth-enabled mouse or keyboard is easy. The only trick, ironically, is that you have to have a normal mouse or keyboard installed before you can install a Bluetooth mouse or keyboard. However, after you install the Bluetooth mouse or keyboard, you can unplug the normal mousec or keyboard.

The main trick to installing a Bluetooth mouse or keyboard is that you must first enable discovery on the mouse or keyboard. Most Bluetooth mice and keyboards have a button on the bottom to do this. After Bluetooth is enabled, you can install the mouse or keyboard by right-clicking the Bluetooth icon in the system and choosing the Add a Bluetooth Device command. Then, follow the wizard's steps to install the mouse or keyboard.

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In this tutorial:

  1. Wireless Networking with Bluetooth
  2. Understanding Bluetooth
  3. How to Add Bluetooth to Your Computer
  4. Using Bluetooth in Windows XP
  5. Installing a USB Bluetooth Adapter
  6. Installing a Bluetooth Mouse or Keyboard
  7. Enabling Discovery