Microsoft started selling its classic IntelliMouse here in the EU. it is based on the IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0 dating back to the year 2003, but has seen a few upgrades.
The fan-favorite mouse of yore has been transformed with modern improvements like more precise tracking and reliable button action while maintaining the classic look and feel. Inspired by the Microsoft Intellimouse 3.0, the Microsoft Classic IntelliMouse brings back the classic, wired mouse with modern-day improvements. It has all the features you loved from the original—from customizable1 buttons and classic ergonomic look and feel to the wired-USB connection. And with more precise tracking, buttons that feel more reliable, and a distinctive, modern white tail light, this new take on a classic mouse keeps up with your hectic workload.
The Classic IntelliMouse costs roughly €45, it already appeared in the US last October 2017.
| Interface | USB 2.0 full speed compatible |
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| Operating system1 | Microsoft Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 S, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, and Windows 7. |
| System requirements2 |
150MB available space.
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| Software localization | Microsoft Mouse and Keyboard Center software may be installed in Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Brazilian Portuguese, Iberian Portuguese, or Spanish. If available, standard setup will install the software in the default OS language. Otherwise, the English language version will be installed. |
| Mouse tracking system | Microsoft BlueTrack Technology, Track on glass |
| Imaging rate | Fixed 3000 frames per second |
| X-Y resolution | Up to 3200 points per inch (126 points per millimeter), user configurable with MKC installed |
| Tracking speed | Up to 40 inches (1016 millimeters) per second |
| Mouse report rate | 1000 reports per second |
| Mouse button features | 5 buttons including scroll wheel button |
| Right and left button life | 10,000,000 actuations |
| Side button life | 100,000 actuations |
| Wheel button life | 350,000 actuations |
| Mouse scrolling features | Tilt wheel enables vertical and horizontal scrolling |
| Wheel vertical scrolling life | 100,000 revolutions (away from user) 300,000 revolutions (toward user) |
