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Mouse Balls
"This is a true IBM ordering information sheet from one of their Japanese catalogs. This is an actual alert to IBM field engineers in Japan that went out to all IBM branch offices. The person who wrote it was very serious."
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 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 larger and harder than
foreign balls. Ball removal procedures differ depending upon manufacturer
of the mouse. Domestic balls are replaced 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
ball 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.
To reorder, specify one of the following:
P/N 33P8468 - Domestic Balls
P/N 33P8461 - Foreign Balls
Author:
Unknown
Received: December 1995