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Posted by dan on March 28, 2006, 1:09 pm
Please log in for more thread options Devonshire wrote:
> On the day of Tue, 28 Mar 2006 03:11:21 -0500...
> typed these letters:
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>> I thought this was pretty funny. This is a true IBM ordering
>> information quote from one of their catalogues. Pass it on...
>>
>> 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 funny.
>>
>>
>> __________________________________________________________________
>>
>> 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 larger and
>> harder than foreign balls. Ball removal procedures differ
>> depending upon 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 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 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.
>>
>> To re-order, specify one of the following:
>>
>> P/N 33f8462 - Domestic Mouse Balls
>> P/N 33f8461 - Foreign Mouse Balls
>>]
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>
> I recall reading this or a similar version of it in the mid 90's on a
> local BBS. Probably floating around Fidonet. Them old mice
> could be aggrvating. In my experience the problem wasn't so much the
> balls but the crud that built up on the rollers. Since the advent
> of the ball-less optical mouse 5 or so years ago I had forgotten about
> that problem.
>
> Devonshire
>
Funny, I've been using optical mice for at least 15 years... Nice to
know they were invented only 5 or so years ago! I was ahead of my time
- that, and my steam-powered computer : )
Dan
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> I thought this was pretty funny. This is a true IBM ordering
> information quote from one of their catalogues. Pass it on...
>
> 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 funny.
>
>
> __________________________________________________________________
>
> 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 larger and
> harder than foreign balls. Ball removal procedures differ
> depending upon 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 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 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.
>
> To re-order, specify one of the following:
>
> P/N 33f8462 - Domestic Mouse Balls
> P/N 33f8461 - Foreign Mouse Balls
>]