Topic: mouse balls
josehon's photo
Mon 05/28/07 12:26 PM
This apparently was a real memo sent at a computer company to its
employees in all seriousness.

This memo is from an unnamed computer company. It went to all field
engineers about a computer peripheral problem. The author of this memo
was quite serious. The engineers rolled on the floor.


"Mouse Balls"

Mouse balls are now available as FRU (Field Replacement Units).

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 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 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 can be used immediately.

It is recommended that each replacer have a pair of spare balls for
maintaining optimum customer satisfaction.

Any customer missing his balls should suspect local personnel of
removing these necessary items.

joe1973's photo
Mon 05/28/07 12:38 PM
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thedoctor's photo
Mon 05/28/07 01:01 PM
you are too much....laugh

flutter5's photo
Mon 05/28/07 08:35 PM
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josehon's photo
Mon 05/28/07 09:11 PM
doc, i can't take credit but thanks

adj4u's photo
Mon 05/28/07 09:13 PM
where is that dirty rat that ran off with the mouse balls

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josehon's photo
Mon 05/28/07 09:47 PM
i duno adj..but all the mouse balls seem to have been taken

ericriddle64's photo
Wed 05/30/07 05:02 PM
I love the smell of mothballs......