Yet another bloomin problem!

[ayabrea38]

Sorry to pester everyone yet again,but now I am having mouse problems.Its only a cheap optical mouse,but sometimes(normally when I am just about to post an answer-most annoying)the mouse stops responding.The light still comes on,so I know its still getting power,but the only way to get it to work again is to re start the computer.
Is there a quick fix or should I just get a new one?
Thanks again everyone
Aya

[deggers316]

check its plugged in the back of comp securely to start with
what surface have you got the mouse working on if its a shiny one this could cause the problem if all else fails there cheap to buy
ive never had any probs with the cheapos

[ayabrea38]

Yep,plugged in the back(I've fallen for that one too many times)Its on a satin fake wood surface,and works great when it works,so I think another mouse for me.
Cheers

[Davethedog]

Is it new? Did you install the drivers? If not download the drivers for it.