# Logitech M330 > optical mouse from 2016 **Wikidata**: [Q135904203](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q135904203) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/logitech-m330 ## Summary The Logitech M330 is a Logitech-branded optical computer mouse released in October 2016. It is marketed under the alias "M330 Silent Plus," is an optical wireless mouse compatible with the Logitech Unifying receiver, and is powered by a single AA battery. ## Key Facts - The Logitech M330 is an optical computer mouse (subclass of optical mouse) and an instance of a computer mouse model. - Brand and manufacturer: Logitech. - Publication/announcement: October 2016; Logitech press release dated 24 October 2016 introduced the product as part of its silent mice line. - Aliases: M330 Silent Plus, Logitech M330 Silent Plus, M330. - Power source: one AA battery. - Wireless capability: has wireless capabilities and is compatible with the Logitech Unifying receiver. - Input components: includes a scroll wheel and three push-buttons. - Official support/documentation: Getting-started article at https://support.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360024321673-Getting-started-M330-SILENT-PLUS. - Parent class: part of the optical mouse class (computer mouse that uses an optical sensor to detect movement). - Manufacturer background (related): Logitech is a Swiss global provider of peripherals, founded 2 October 1981, with headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland, and a U.S. presence in Newark, California. ## FAQs ### Q: Is the Logitech M330 wireless? A: Yes. The M330 has wireless capabilities and is compatible with the Logitech Unifying receiver. ### Q: What powers the Logitech M330? A: The M330 is powered by a single AA battery. ### Q: When was the Logitech M330 released or announced? A: The M330 was published/announced in October 2016; Logitech issued a press release about its silent mice on 24 October 2016. ### Q: Is the M330 marketed as a silent mouse? A: Yes. The M330 is sold under the aliases "M330 Silent Plus" and "Logitech M330 Silent Plus," and it was introduced as part of Logitech's silent mice line. ### Q: Where can I find official support or setup information for the M330? A: Official getting-started and support documentation is available at Logitech Support: https://support.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360024321673-Getting-started-M330-SILENT-PLUS. ## Why It Matters The Logitech M330 matters because it represents Logitech's 2016 entry into a quieter, consumer-focused mouse segment. Branded as the M330 Silent Plus, it was introduced alongside Logitech's "first ever silent mice" initiative (press release dated 24 October 2016), signaling a product strategy to reduce click noise for office and home environments where lower sound levels are desirable. As an optical wireless mouse compatible with the Logitech Unifying receiver, it fits into Logitech's ecosystem of peripherals that prioritize easy pairing and shared receivers. Its single-AA-battery design and common input components (three push-buttons and a scroll wheel) make it a straightforward, low-maintenance choice for general computing tasks. For users seeking a simple, battery-powered wireless mouse with reduced audible click feedback and compatibility with Logitech's Unifying system, the M330 provided a focused option upon its 2016 release. ## Notable For - Marketed as "M330 Silent Plus" and introduced as part of Logitech's 2016 silent mice lineup. - Compatibility with the Logitech Unifying receiver, allowing use with Logitech's unified peripheral receiver ecosystem. - Uses a single AA battery as its power source. - Physical controls include three push-buttons and a scroll wheel. - Identified as an optical mouse model and a wireless peripheral within Logitech's product range. ## Body ### Overview - Product name: Logitech M330 (aliases: M330 Silent Plus; Logitech M330 Silent Plus). - Product type: computer mouse model, subclass of optical mouse. - Manufacturer/brand: Logitech. - Announcement/publication timeframe: October 2016; Logitech press release dated 24 October 2016. ### Design and components - Primary sensor type: optical (categorized as an optical mouse). - Buttons: three push-buttons (has_part qualifier P1114 = 3). - Scrolling: includes a scroll wheel. - Power: single AA battery. ### Connectivity and compatibility - Wireless: noted as having wireless capabilities (as recorded in product data). - Receiver compatibility: compatible with the Logitech Unifying receiver. ### Release and positioning - Marketing/positioning: sold under the "Silent Plus" name and introduced in Logitech's press materials for its silent mice lineup in October 2016. - Support resources: official getting-started/support article available on Logitech Support (English). ### Manufacturer context - Logitech: Swiss global provider of peripherals. - Logitech founding date: 2 October 1981. - Headquarters locations: Lausanne, Switzerland (and a U.S. presence in Newark, California). - Logitech is listed as both brand and manufacturer for the M330. ### Sources (as provided) - Logitech press release ("Logitech Introduces Its First Ever Silent Mice", publisher: Logitech, publication_date: 2016-10-24). - Product listing and specifications (Wikidata-derived product list and support documentation). - Official support article: https://support.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360024321673-Getting-started-M330-SILENT-PLUS. ## References 1. [Logitech Introduces Its First Ever Silent Mice. Logitech. 2016](https://press.logitech.eu/en-gb/logitech-introduces-its-first-ever-silent-mice/) 2. [Logitech](https://support.logi.com/hc/en-us/categories/360001764453-Mice-and-Pointers)