The Logitech M705 connects through a Logitech Unifying USB receiver, not Bluetooth, so it cannot connect to the Dell desktop unless that small receiver is present and plugged into a USB port.^1^
Connect the mouse
- Turn the mouse over and switch it off.
- Open the battery compartment.
- Check for a very small USB receiver stored inside.
- Also check all packaging; the receiver is easy to overlook.
- Install or reseat the batteries, close the compartment, and turn the mouse on.
- Plug the receiver into a USB port on the Dell desktop, preferably a rear USB port.
- Wait briefly while Windows detects the receiver. The mouse should then begin working automatically. Logitech’s setup guide shows the required receiver-based connection.^2^
Do not try to add this M705 through Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Add device > Bluetooth; this model is not presented as a Bluetooth mouse.
If the receiver is missing
If there is no receiver in the battery compartment or packaging:
- If the mouse was sold as new, contact the retailer and request the missing receiver or exchange the mouse.
- Otherwise, contact Logitech Support for a compatible replacement Unifying receiver and the applicable pairing instructions.^3^
- Do not buy an unspecified generic USB receiver; wireless receivers are not automatically interchangeable.
If a receiver is already connected but the mouse still does not respond, test another USB port and install fresh batteries before contacting Logitech Support.
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