Having the Android OS accessible through a virtual machine (VM) is super-handy.  My reason for setting up an Android VM is that it’s a relatively easy way to get the Google Authenticator running on a desktop device, rather than my phone.

One snag I ran into after getting the Android OS installed on the VM is that I wasn’t able to use the mouse as a pointing device, but the keyboard was still useable.  The fix for this is easy, but can be overlooked:

1.) Make sure the VM is not running (powered off)
2.) Click on the VM name in the list (e.g., Android X86)
3.) Click Settings
4.) Click on the System category
5.) Make sure you’re on the Motherboard tab
5.) Change Pointing Device to PS/2 Mouse

Now you should be all set! If you run into troubles you can always Read more on progamerreview.com