VPN Disables Sharing Mouse Between Mac Laptops

[2112st]

So, I own an M2 MacBook Air and M3 MacBook Pro. I can share my Magic Mouse between both Macs.

However, when the VPN is on, this function is disabled.

Why is that, and how can I work around it?

 

[ScutBoy]

Most VPNs disable traffic to the "local" network and only send packets from the machine out to the VPN host. This is considered the most secure option.

It's also likely you can't see any local networked printers or file shares when the VPN is enabled.

Many VPN clients have the option to turn this setting off - you may want to check if it's an option. More detail on what VPN you are using would help.

 

[2112st]

Most VPNs disable traffic to the "local" network and only send packets from the machine out to the VPN host. This is considered the most secure option.

It's also likely you can't see any local networked printers or file shares when the VPN is enabled.

Many VPN clients have the option to turn this setting off - you may want to check if it's an option. More detail on what VPN you are using would help.

I use Express VPN.

 

[phunguss]

Under Preferences->General, make sure "Allow access to devices on the local network (such as printers and file servers)" is checked?

 

[2112st]

Under Preferences->General, make sure "Allow access to devices on the local network (such as printers and file servers)" is checked?

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Hmmmmmmmmmmm...I live in a tiny one-room apartment, and the building has wi-fi which all the tenants use. Is it still okay to keep that box checked?

 

[phunguss]

Try it and see if it cures your bluetooth issues or not. I am assuming you only use the mouse with one computer at a time... and when you turn on the VPN on that computer, then mouse disconnects?

 

[2112st]

Try it and see if it cures your bluetooth issues or not. I am assuming you only use the mouse with one computer at a time... and when you turn on the VPN on that computer, then mouse disconnects?

Here's my Dumb Ass moment...I kind of stumbled across this problem when I had the VPN turned off on both the M2 & M3, and that's when I saw I could use Universal Control. At home, I tend to use the M2 & M3 side by side-the M3 for viewing video while I do other work on the M2-so using the Magic Mouse on both laptops is a BIG asset. I have to head to work (I drive a school bus), but I will definitely give this a shot when I get back.