f1freak 0 #1 October 21, 2002 I don't know how they wrote this with a straight face.....This apparently was a real memo sent out by a computer company to its employees in all seriousness. It went to all field engineers about a computer peripheral problem. The author of this memo was quite genuine. The word is that the engineers literally rolled on the floor! (Especially note the last couple of sentences.) If a mouse fails to operate or should it perform erratically, it may need a ball replacement. Mouse balls are now available as FRU (Field Replacement Units). Because of the delicate nature of this procedure, replacement of mouse balls should only be attempted by properly trained personnel. Before proceeding, determine the type of mouse balls by examining the underside of the mouse. Domestic balls will be larger and harder than foreign balls. Ball removal procedures differ depending upon the manufacturer of the mouse. Foreign balls can be replaced using the pop off method. Domestic balls are replaced by using the twist off method. Mouse balls are not usually static sensitive. However, excessive handling can result in sudden discharge. Upon completion of ball replacement, the mouse may be used immediately. It is recommended that each person have a pair of spare balls for maintaining optimum customer satisfaction. Any customer missing his balls should contact the local personnel in charge of removing and replacing these necessary items. Please keep in mind that a customer without properly working balls is! an unhappy customer.HAVE FUN... ...JUST DONT DIE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mouth 0 #2 October 21, 2002 Note to self...check your mouse balls. That is just too funny and the kids want to know what I'm laughing at. tears...make them stop... L -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,534 #3 October 21, 2002 It was sent out to customer engineers (i.e. computer repair folks) at IBM in 1991. It was recognized as funny and forwarded to everyone else within about 10 minutes. It's unclear as to whether this really was a memo, or if it was, in fact, manufactured from the beginning. Wendy W. (who was working for IBM in 1991)There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dropdeded 0 #4 October 21, 2002 O K ,thats funny but seriously.Im new to computers so Im sure this is a lame question.Can the ball be cleaned ? My mouse sticks(the onscreen arrow thingy).I cant believe Im asking how to clean my mouse's ball but yep,thats what Im asking. dropdeded------------------------------------------ The Dude Abides. - Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
f1freak 0 #5 October 21, 2002 lol... Yes you can wash the balls... HAVE FUN... ...JUST DONT DIE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kingbunky 3 #6 October 21, 2002 the problem, in my own experience, is that the ball is usually fine, it's the little rollers the ball runs on that get 'gunked up'(technical term meaning don't use you mouse pad for a sandwich holder!). i actually went with an optical mouse at home for that very reason."Hang on a sec, the young'uns are throwin' beer cans at a golf cart." MB4252 TDS699 killing threads since 2001 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,534 #7 October 21, 2002 QuoteO K ,thats funny but seriously.Im new to computers so Im sure this is a lame question.Can the ball be cleaned ? My mouse sticks(the onscreen arrow thingy).I cant believe Im asking how to clean my mouse's ball but yep,thats what Im asking. dropdeded Actually, you're better off cleaning off the little rollers that the ball runs against. Clean the ball, yes, then look up inside the hole, and you'll probably see three rollers -- two with crap all over them, and the third one smaller and cleaner. The third one is not as important, it just positions the mouse. Clean the other two with a Q-tip or something. Then reassemble, and clean off your mouse pad really well, and promise not to eat at your desk again. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nws01 0 #8 October 21, 2002 Is it ok if the balls get wet? I like to have my balls licked. They get all shiny and stuff! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pds 0 #9 October 21, 2002 yup, optical is the only way. you can mouse anywhere with them. unless, of course, you like playing with meece balls. i used to go through an ms mouse once a month, now have had the same optical for 3 years. jmho,namaste, motherfucker. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ernokaikkonen 0 #10 October 21, 2002 >I cant believe Im asking how to clean my mouse's ball but yep, >thats what Im asking. What bunky said. The ball is usually clean enough(probably because all the gunk is in the rollers). So to clean up a mouse: Remove the ball(har, har). The rollers will now be visible. Usually the gunk is caught in the middle the roller all around it. I usually clean them by scraping the gunk off with my fingernail(icky, but effective). Roll the rollers around by hand to make sure you got all the gunk off. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dropdeded 0 #11 October 21, 2002 Thanks guys,will do.I feel like I have ruined a perfectly humerous thread but as long as the mouse in my house has well tended to balls,all is well. dropdeded------------------------------------------ The Dude Abides. - Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wlie 0 #12 October 21, 2002 I've got big balls You've got big balls We have the biggest... balls of them all My other ride is the relative wind. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
