If it is a damaged cable the result will be immediately obvious. If not, then it is a simple fix that will last.

 

Last but not least: wireless devices are very thrifty on power requirements, they usually require 2 AA cells instead of the full USB’s 5 volts, and will go into a deep sleep automatically when not being touched.

 

wireless devices are very thrifty on power requirements, they usually require 2 AA cells instead of the full USB’s 5 volts,

I have two different wireless mice, that use just one AA cell each.

 

Cruts:
Yours is an improved example of the point I was making.

 

I have two different wireless mice, that use just one AA cell each.

I've had several wireless mice. Some use one call and others use two. In the past, the mouse that I use all the time has lasted about two years on a battery. In recent years, I'm lucky to get much over six months (in the same mouse). But that's primarily an additional indication of how much worse today's batteries are getting.

 

Consider though, that a mouse on a cord is much less likely to be misplaced or to wander off. Next, consider that perhaps the TS does not reside in an area having computer mouse stores on every corner.

 

Consider though, that a mouse on a cord is much less likely to be misplaced or to wander off. Next, consider that perhaps the TS does not reside in an area having computer mouse stores on every corner.

So... he wants to convert his corded mouse to a wireless mouse in order to be able to misplace it or let it wander off???

And he lives in an area that has stores on every corner that have the components he needs to convert a corded mouse into a wireless one, but none of those stores (or whatever source he's going to get what he needs from) carries mice???

 

Luckily found a spare mouse in my cupboard and using the same. It's so compact and Handy when compared to the one which I 'wanted' to keep.

 

Don't waste your effort- it's cheaper and easier to just get a wireless Microsoft Mouse Mobile Mouse:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003STDQQU?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_3

I've used these for years, and they are perfect if you don't want a wire.

 

I've had several wireless mice. Some use one call and others use two. In the past, the mouse that I use all the time has lasted about two years on a battery. In recent years, I'm lucky to get much over six months (in the same mouse). But that's primarily an additional indication of how much worse today's batteries are getting.

Try these- lasts for 10 years on battery:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003STDQQU?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_3

 

For the third time, I suggest simply plugging the worn connector intoa short USB extension cable. And then taping the mated connectors together.

 

Well i am looking forward to solve this problem, as I am facing the same problem!

 

Well i am looking forward to solve this problem, as I am facing the same problem!

Here. Cheapest, most reliable solution:

https://forum.allaboutcircuits.com/...use-into-a-wireless-mouse.205495/post-1970361

 

The link loops back to the suggestion of purchasing a specific wireless mouse, which is not what the TS asked for. The look, feel, and function of a wireless mouse will not be the same, and in addition, every wireless device requires a receiver of some sort, which must be powered by some means, and will need to be connected to the computer by some means, unless, somehow, that added wireless mouse communicates with a receiver that is already a part of the computer, and already is programmed into the computer O.S. so it functions without additional effort.
While all that is possible, it is probably not part of the TS present computer arrangement.

 

well.... The TS never stated what exact mouse he has that he wants to convert or what type it is or brand or vintage or ANYTHING that could be even remotely useful...

not sure about you but when people asking for help do not bother to share even the most basic info of the product or project, then they are not entitled to specific answers (GIGO all the way...) or anything elaborate.
but let's try again...

for some reason replacing cable is not an option. spending few bucks for a brand new wireless mouse is also not an option. so let's waste bunch of money and hours to frankenstein this thing.

since this is an old wired mouse, chances are that the feedback method is using ball and encoders. here is a TI reference design for just that and it is power efficient:
https://www.tij.co.jp/jp/lit/an/slaa302/slaa302.pdf?ts=1642786471572

similar reference designs exist for any other types of mice. one just need to try searching the web.
https://datasheet.octopart.com/ADNK-5093-TN24-Avago-datasheet-11801226.pdf

but if someone cannot use Google, they are probably also not skilled in making new or hacking existing mouse.

 

Hello,

When changing a wired mouse to a wireless mouse, you will also need power inside the mouse.
A battery is the minimum, next to the stuff to make it wireless.
Buying a new wireless mouse would be an option.

Bertus

 

Can we conclude the subject? Theoretically it is doable, but it is completely impractical and overengineered manuever.
You need:

-Power supply solution in a tiny space
-Processing the movement signals into packages to be sent
-Wireless (bluetooth) communication
-Programming a driver on the end of the PC

Just because you CAN, doesnt mean you SHOULD.

 

LONG AGO I DID replace a mouse cable, on a ball mouse. It was neither difficult nor expensive. It DID result in a one-of-a-kind mouse that was easily identified, so that it did not wander away from my workstation. Of course, that was in the era where a mouse was not so very cheap, and a wireless mouse was both larger and cost quite a bit more.
The challenge is definitely in having the required skill set, just like today.

 

Well i am looking forward to solve this problem, as I am facing the same problem!

Regardless of the suggestions given; here's the deal: You'll need a new mouse body, one that can hold batteries. You'll also need wireless mouse circuit board. Basically - a new "Wireless" mouse. That's the shortest and most cost effective way of solving the issue of controlling your computer via wireless mouse. No need to reinvent the mouse. Just buy new. It'll be far more reliable than anything you're likely to build.

 

The bad news is that Tony, in post#39, nails the problems with attempting such a conversion.
Worse yet, the skill required to build such a mouse to fit an existing body is really quite a lot.
Replacing a mouse cable would be much simpler, if one can get the right materials.
What I do not recall is if the connector on the end was a 9-positiom "D" connector, a six pin mini-din connector, or a USB connector.
To date my mouse cable replacement project, it had a 9 pin male "D" connector. But the connections inside the mouse were a tiny six pin male on the PCB and a 6 place female connector with crimped on terminals locked in a plastic housing. So I left enough of the wires on it to show the color code s, and each conductor got two wraps around the pin and then soldered. Not everybody can solder things that close without problems.