MEMO OF THE MONTH
MEMO OF THE MONTH 1990 Jul 12 at 11:17 EDT To: - From: aL%amMm - Subj ect : IBM Ball replacement..... I thought this was pretty funny. This is a true IBM ordering information quote from one of...
...This is a true IBM ordering information quote from one of their catalogs...
...Ball removal procedures differ depending upon manufacturer of the mouse...
...Because of the delicate nature of this procedure, replacement of mouse balls should only be attempted by properly trained personnel...
...Therefore, if a mouse fails to operate or should it perform erratically, it may need a ball replacement...
...Pass it on...
...Domestic balls will be larger and harder than foreign balls...
...The person who wrote it was very serious...
...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...
...Upon completion of ball replacement, the mouse may be used immediately...
...This to all IBM Branch Offices...
...Foreign balls can be replaced using the pop-off method...
...To re-order, specify one of the following: PIN 33F8462 - Domestic Mouse Balls PIN 33F8461 - Foreign Mouse Balls...
...The rest of us guys find it rather funny...
...Mouse balls are not usually static sensitive...
...MEMO OF THE MONTH 1990 Jul 12 at 11:17 EDT To: - From: aL%amMm - Subj ect : IBM Ball replacement...
...Domestic balls are replaced using the twist-off method...
...Before proceeding, determine the type of mouse balls by examining the underside of the mouse...
...However, excessive handling can result in sudden discharge...
...is an actual alert to IBM Field Engineers that went out .. Abstract: Mouse Balls Available as PRU (Field Replacement Unit) Mouse balls are now available as FRO...
Vol. 23 • January 1991 • No. 1
