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How to replace Mouse Balls

Posted: May 18th, 2004, 8:03 pm
by ccb056
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.

Posted: May 18th, 2004, 9:10 pm
by Sumpin_Wong
Best solution for replacing mouse balls....




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

Posted: May 18th, 2004, 10:07 pm
by Tebow2000
:) thats what I did

Posted: June 24th, 2004, 5:16 pm
by The_Man
hmmm cleaning a mouse ball is why we have them. new optical mouses are for people who aren't hard core lol

Posted: June 25th, 2004, 5:28 pm
by Tebow2000
Also, you can clean the wheels that control the mouse for more prescision