Logitech Unifying receiver: Difference between revisions

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| accessdate=2019-07-25}}</ref> that allows up to six compatible [[Logitech]] human interface devices (such as mice, trackballs, touchpads, and keyboards; headphones are not compatible) to be linked to the same computer using [[2.4 GHz]] band radio communication. Receivers that are bundled with a Logitech product are paired with the device at the factory. When purchasing a replacement receiver or connecting multiple devices to one receiver, pairing requires the free-of-charge Logitech Unifying software, available for [[Microsoft Windows]] and [[Mac OS XmacOS]]. On Linux, the [https://pwr-solaar.github.io/Solaar/ Solaar software] can be used to adjust the configurations. Although not compatible with [[Bluetooth]], devices pair to Unifying Receivers in a similar way.<ref name=gallegos>{{cite web

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| url-status=dead}}</ref> Peripherals remain paired, and can then be used on systems not supporting the software. Logitech receivers compatible with the Unifying protocol can be identified by the orange Unifying logo, which distinguishes them from Logitech Nano receivers of similar appearance, which pair in a similar mannersimilarly but only with a single device, without using the Unifying protocol.

Logitech Unifying Receivers (LURs) are often included in wireless Logitech keyboard, mouse, and combo sets, and may be purchased separately. Some Logitech peripherals allow a receiver to be stored inside.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.logitech.com/images/pdf/userguides/multi_connect_instructions.pdf|title=Logitech Unifying Multi-Connect Utility Setup Instructions|website=Logitech}}</ref>