My hp wireless mouse is flashing orange only when mouse is idle.

[Ruckster]

My hp wireless mouse blinks amber light only when using it

[Jeet_singh]

Hi @Ruckster,

Thanks for engaging in HP support Forums! This is a wonderful location to converse with the community, get assistance and find tips! I came across your post and wanted to assist you. I understand you are having issues with the wireless mouse light flashes amber while using, don't worry we'll work together to help you resolve this issue.

To provide you with an accurate solution, I'll need a few more details: 

What is the product number of your device? Use this link to find it: http://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c03754824

(Ensure you do not share any of your personal information such as serial, phone number, email ID, etc...).

Have you tried to replace the batteries on the wireless mouse?

When was the last time it worked?

In the meantime, let's try these steps here: 

Perform a Hard reset on the notebook: Many startup errors and other problems can be resolved by decreasing the amount of power stored in hardware components. Decreasing stored power is sometimes referred to as a "Hard Reset". Use the following steps to perform a hard reset on a computer:

Some times if the light blinks it could be due to low battery, so I would suggest you could try to replace the batteries on the mouse and then try to re-synchronize the mouse and keyboard and then check if that helps.

For more assistance, please try the steps suggested in the support document for - 

HP PCs - Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Troubleshooting

HP TouchSmart IQ500 and IQ800 Series Desktop PCs - Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Troubleshooting for T...

Please respond to this post with the details and with the results of the troubleshooting for further assistance.

Eagerly waiting for your response!

I hope you have a good day ahead,

And Feel free to ask your queries as this forum has some of the best people in the world available and ready to help.

Regards,