To connect a Logitech mouse without a USB receiver, use your computer's built-in Bluetooth to pair directly. This guide walks you through connecting a Logitech mouse without USB for any Bluetooth-capable model.
How to connect your Logitech mouse without a USB receiver
Many newer Logitech wireless mice can connect directly via Bluetooth, eliminating the need for a USB receiver. This is useful if you've lost the receiver or want to free up a USB port. Before starting, confirm your mouse has Bluetooth capability, look for a Bluetooth symbol on the mouse or check the product specifications on Logitech's website. Your computer must also have built-in Bluetooth; most modern laptops and desktops do, but you can also connect my Logitech mouse to ghub to manage advanced settings once paired.
Step 1: Turn on your Logitech mouse and put it in pairing mode
- Locate the power switch on the bottom of your Logitech mouse and slide it to the "ON" position.
- Press and hold the Easy-Switch button (usually on the bottom, often labeled 1, 2, or 3) for 3 seconds until the LED light on the mouse begins blinking rapidly. This indicates the mouse is in pairing mode and ready to be discovered by your computer.
Step 2: Pair your mouse with a Windows computer
- On your Windows computer, go to Settings > Bluetooth & devices (or "Bluetooth" in the left pane).
- Your computer will scan for nearby devices. When your Logitech mouse appears in the list, select it and click "Pair".
- Wait for the connection to complete, the LED on the mouse should stop blinking and remain solid.
Step 3: Pair your mouse with a Mac computer
- On your macOS computer, open System Preferences and click "Bluetooth".
- Ensure Bluetooth is turned on (toggle the switch if needed).
- Your Logitech mouse should appear in the "Devices" list. Select it and click "Pair".
- Once paired, the mouse will show as "Connected" and the LED will stop blinking.
Step 4: Install Logi Options+ and customize your mouse
Installing Logi Options+ (or Logitech Options) software is recommended as it enhances the mouse experience, allows customization, and can assist with the connection process. With Logi Options+, you can adjust button functions, scrolling speed, and sensitivity. For users setting up a Logitech mouse across multiple computers, Logitech Flow, a feature for controlling multiple computers with one mouse, requires Logi Options+ to be installed on all computers, and all computers must be connected to the same network. Logitech Flow is compatible with Windows 10 or higher and macOS 13 or higher.
Many Logitech Bluetooth mice feature Easy-Switch technology, allowing them to pair with and switch between up to three different devices. This is particularly helpful if you frequently move between a work laptop and personal computer. If you've lost your original receiver and need lost Logitech USB remedies, pairing via Bluetooth is the simplest solution. For those wondering how to connect Logitech m310 wireless mouse without its receiver, note that the m310 is a non-Bluetooth model, it requires a receiver. If you need to sync Logitech mouse to new receiver, you can purchase a replacement Unifying receiver from Logitech and use the Logitech Unifying software to pair it.
