How to replace Mouse Balls

Post by **ccb056** » May 18th, 2004, 8:03 pm

MEMO

Re: Replacement of Mouse Balls.

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.

Sumpin_Wong · Post by **Sumpin_Wong** » May 18th, 2004, 9:10 pm

Best solution for replacing mouse balls....

Buy an optical mouse, and never clean another ball in your life

Tebow2000 · Post by **Tebow2000** » May 18th, 2004, 10:07 pm

thats what I did

The_Man · Post by **The_Man** » June 24th, 2004, 5:16 pm

hmmm cleaning a mouse ball is why we have them. new optical mouses are for people who aren't hard core lol

Tebow2000 · Post by **Tebow2000** » June 25th, 2004, 5:28 pm

Also, you can clean the wheels that control the mouse for more prescision