How do I set up lighting effects on the Corsair Harpoon?
Applies to: Corsair Harpoon RGB Wireless Optical Gaming Mouse
Last updated: September 2025
Problem
The Corsair Harpoon includes customizable RGB lighting. By default, it may display a single color or a basic effect. Without customization, you won’t be able to match your mouse lighting with your gaming setup or personal preferences.
Solution
You can configure lighting effects on the Corsair Harpoon using the Corsair iCUE software, which allows you to choose colors, patterns, and brightness.
Step-by-step instructions
Accessing lighting settings
- Connect the Corsair Harpoon Wireless Mouse to your PC (via USB, dongle, or Bluetooth).
- Open the Corsair iCUE software.
- Select the Harpoon Wireless Mouse from the device list.
Choosing lighting effects
4. Navigate to the Lighting Effects tab.
5. Select a preset effect, such as:
- Static color
- Rainbow wave
- Color shift
- Pulse
- Adjust brightness, speed, or direction (depending on the effect).
Customizing colors
7. Use the color wheel or enter RGB/HEX codes to select exact colors.
8. Assign specific colors to DPI stages, so the LED changes when you switch sensitivity.
Saving your settings
9. Save the lighting profile in iCUE.
10. Optionally, store it on the mouse’s onboard memory to keep your settings without iCUE installed.
Optional methods or tools
- Profile syncing: Link lighting with other Corsair devices using iCUE.
- Performance mode: Lower brightness to conserve battery when using wireless.
- Game-specific effects: Some games integrate with iCUE for reactive lighting.
Best practices or tips
- Keep lighting subtle (static or dim) in wireless mode to extend battery life.
- Use profile-based colors to easily identify DPI settings during gameplay.
- Match the Harpoon’s lighting with your keyboard or PC case for a consistent look.
- Save at least one low-power profile with minimal lighting for travel or long wireless sessions.
