Microsoft USB Laser Mouse 6000 (IntelliPoint) Driver

The Microsoft USB Laser Mouse 6000 (IntelliPoint) driver helps Windows recognize your mouse and supports its pointing, scrolling, and button functions. A compatible Microsoft IntelliPoint package may also provide additional controls for customizing the mouse beyond the basic settings available in Windows.

Key Features

• USB mouse recognition: Enables Windows to identify the connected mouse and use its standard pointer, click, and scroll functions.
• Button customization: Compatible IntelliPoint software lets you assign supported buttons to shortcuts or common tasks, such as navigating back in a browser.
• Pointer and scrolling adjustments: Provides access to supported settings so you can tailor cursor movement and wheel behavior to your preferences.
• Additional mouse controls: Depending on the software version and operating system, IntelliPoint may offer device-specific options not included with the standard Windows mouse driver.

How to Install

1. Check your Windows version. Confirm whether you use Windows 11, 10, 8, or 7, and check whether your system requires a 32-bit or 64-bit package. Older IntelliPoint releases may not support every listed operating system, so verify the download’s compatibility before proceeding.
2. Connect the mouse. Plug the Microsoft USB Laser Mouse 6000 directly into an available USB port. Allow Windows to detect it and install a built-in driver if one is available. Basic mouse operation may work without additional software.
3. Download a compatible package. Choose a driver or IntelliPoint installer explicitly listed for your mouse and Windows version. If compatibility is unclear, check Windows Update or Microsoft’s support resources rather than forcing an older installer to run.
4. Run the installer. Open the downloaded file, approve the Windows permission prompt if requested, and follow the setup instructions. Restart your computer if the installation asks you to.
5. Test and configure the mouse. Check pointer movement, left and right clicks, and wheel scrolling. Open Windows mouse settings or the installed IntelliPoint controls to adjust available options and test any customized buttons.

On Windows 11 and Windows 10, the built-in USB mouse driver may be sufficient for everyday use, even when legacy IntelliPoint customization software is unavailable or unsupported. If the mouse is not detected, try another USB port and check Device Manager before reinstalling drivers.