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sailpappy
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Mouse Ball Replacement
« on: Apr 11th, 2002, 8:12am » |
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;D Mouse Ball Replacement:  I don't know how they wrote this with a straight face...
This apparently was a real memo sent out to 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 engineers rolled on the floor! (especially note the last sentence).
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. ;D-Pappy
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Re: Mouse Ball Replacement
« Reply #1 on: Apr 12th, 2002, 4:17am » |
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I hate to take the wind out of your sails Pappy  , but this is an urban legend.
I used to work for Big Blue and was there at the time this surfaced. It was propageted by an engineer as a spoof. Can't remember whether it was on April 1st or not.
Cheers, Chris B
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Re: Mouse Ball Replacement
« Reply #2 on: Apr 12th, 2002, 10:00pm » |
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;D Oh well Quaker??  Nothing ventured Nothing gained and in this case it was just a little chuckle that I was going for, I had it sent to me and thought it was pretty cute so I posted it to the board, I figure if I cant be productive at least try to be humorus!   ;D ;D_pappy
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« Reply #3 on: Apr 12th, 2002, 10:11pm » |
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Pappy - it definitely got a chuckle out of me!
Liz
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