If you just bought Logitech G203 LIGHTSYNC RGB 6 Button Gaming Mouse and didn’t know how to setup this nice mouse on your Linux operating system, then you’re in the right page.
I would like to show you how to setup Logitech G203 LIGHTSYNC RGB on my Debian 12 OS, but before we jump to the solution, here is my PC specification, diferent PC might bring you diferent result.
A little bit about this mouse, the Logitech G203 LIGHTSYNC RGB is a popular gaming mouse with six programmable buttons and customizable RGB lighting, but for Linux user, we have to setting it up before the mouse can run smootly.
Okay, so we need to setting it up properly, and on Debian Linux, it requires a few specific steps to unlock its full potential, as Logitech’s official software is primarily designed for Windows and macOS.
To begin, you’ll need to install Piper and libratbag, (even though I just user Piper only) which provide Linux users with a GUI and backend for configuring gaming mice.
Open your terminal and run “sudo apt update && sudo apt install piper ratbagd”.
These packages will enable you to customize button mappings, adjust DPI settings (including multiple sensitivity levels), and modify the polling rate of your G203 mouse to match your gaming preferences.
For RGB lighting control, you’ll want to install OpenRGB, an open-source application that supports various RGB devices including the G203 LIGHTSYNC.
Install it by downloading the .deb package from the OpenRGB GitHub repository or by adding their PPA. Once installed, launch OpenRGB to access lighting modes like solid color, breathing, color cycle, and wave effects—providing full control over the mouse’s visual appearance without requiring proprietary software.
Advanced users seeking more granular control might consider solaar, which works with Logitech’s Unifying Receiver devices.
While not specifically designed for gaming peripherals, it can provide additional device information and some configuration options.
Install it with “sudo apt install solaar” and use it alongside Piper for comprehensive mouse management.
For optimal gaming performance, consider adjusting your system’s input settings by editing the “/etc/X11/xorg.conf.d/” directory.
Create a file named “50-mouse-acceleration.conf” containing configurations to disable mouse acceleration, which many gamers prefer for consistent aiming in first-person shooters.
You can also adjust the udev rules to ensure your G203 maintains its settings across reboots or when disconnected and reconnected.
After completing your setup, remember to test all six buttons (left click, right click, middle click/scroll wheel, DPI shift button, and the two side buttons) to ensure they’re functioning correctly with your custom mappings.
So guys with these tools configured properly, your Logitech G203 LIGHTSYNC will deliver its premium gaming experience on your Debian Linux system, with fully customized button functionality and RGB lighting effects to match your gaming setup’s aesthetic.
Please take a note, all you have to do first just install Piper only, then check the app to set the DPI and RGB color, if it good enough for you, than you don’t have to do other steps. Good luck!!!