This is an actual alert to IBM Field Engineers that went out to all IBM Branch Offices. The person who wrote it was very serious. The rest of us may find it rather humorous.
Abstract: Mouse Balls Available as FRU (Field Replacement Unit)
Mouse Balls are now available as FRU. Therefore, if a mouse fails to operate or should it perform erratically, it may need a ball replacement. 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 harder and larger than foreign balls.
Ball removal procedures differ depending on the manufacturer of the mouse.
Foreign balls can be replaced using the pop-off method.
Domestic balls are replaced using the twist off method.
Mouse Balls are usually not 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 replacer have a pair of spare balls for maintaining optimum customer satisfaction, and that any customer missing his balls should suspect local personnel of removing these necessary items.
Comments
Thank goodness I am NOT properly trained for this procedure so I shall indeed leave it to the qualified few.
Posted by: Michele at December 29, 2004 05:25 PM
I have never had the pleasure of playing with mouse balls, but it sounds interesting for female mice!
Posted by: Melonie at December 29, 2004 06:51 PM
Nothing like keeping some spare balls around to play withh i spose :P
Posted by: DaFFy at December 29, 2004 11:26 PM
Once again...you are so funny!
I know that every once in a while, the balls should be cleaned. I leave that to the mouse, as it's not my problem. I have enough to do :)
Posted by: sharon at December 30, 2004 06:57 AM
So, what kind of "protection" would one use when performing all these acts upon the mouse balls? hehe
Posted by: mrsrum at December 30, 2004 08:25 AM
Sure you're not letting some sort of top secret info. out of the bag here?
Posted by: Kurt at December 30, 2004 09:02 AM
Moogie, you have done it again mate, when I was reading this I was thinking "wot the", poor mouse, having his "balls" exposed in such a public forum. The post was hilarious, but what was just as funny, are the preceeding comments by your friends, all classic comments. xoxo
Posted by: vegemiterules at January 1, 2005 08:43 PM