Logitech Hero 502 Mouse

Solaar can do more than just control Logitech wireless keyboards and mice

Solaar is software for more than just pairing wireless keyboards and mice Back on April 8th, 2025 I wrote about Using Logitech unifying devices with Linux in which I discussed how to use Solaar under Linux Mint, or Xubuntu, to pair Logitech unifying wireless devices. My goal with that article was just to provide simple instructions for people looking to pair their Logitech wireless unifying devices, but it turns our Solaar has other functions depending on the device. ...

April 17, 2025 · 3 min
Logitech keyboard, mouse, and dongle

Using Logitech unifying devices with Linux

Logitech unifying, but needs configuration Logitech’s unifying system is nice for a few reasons: Any device with the Logitech unifying symbol should work with a unifying dongle. Up to 6 devices can attach to one unifying dongle. There are plenty of Logitech devices that are part of the unifying ecosystem. If you buy a new Logitech wireless keyboard direct from a retailer, chances are you can just plug the dongle into your computer, turn on your wireless keyboard, and work. But if you buy Logitech devices used, and/or they don’t come with the unifying dongle, a little work might be needed to get the device paired with the dongle. ...

April 8, 2025 · 2 min