And before the internet it made the rounds of the office fax machines
Kevin
-Original Message-
From: Richard [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Friday, June 04, 2004 9:49 AM
To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: [Tower-pro] Tech Tip of the Day
This has been circulating on the internet for many years.
Richard, N7TGB
-Original Message-
From: Neil McKie [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Friday, June 04, 2004 6:39 AM
To: Repeater Builder
Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Re: [Tower-pro] Tech Tip of the Day
... swipped from Tower-pro ...
John Hettish wrote:
>
> Ripped off from another list and republished without attribution.
> I'm a real outlaw.
>
> Make sure your IT guy finds out about this. For you guys in the
> field the IT guy is the one who is supposed to take care of the
> computers at the office. The most common phrase they utter is
> "it can't be done".
>
>
>
> How to Replace Mouse Balls
> | Only IBM could do this...
> |
> | I don't know how they wrote this with a straight face. This was
> | a real memo sent out by a computer company (IBM) to its
> | employees in all seriousness.
> |
> | Re:replacement of Mouse Balls.
> |
> | If a mouse fails to operate or should it perform erratically, it
> | may need a ball replacement. Mouse balls are now available as
> | FRU (Field Replacement Units).
> |
> | 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 removed using the pop off method.
> |
> | Domestic balls are removed by using the twist off method.
> |
> | Mouse balls are not usually static sensitive. However, excessive
> | handling can result in sudden discharges.
> |
> | Upon completion of ball replacement, the mouse may be used
> | immediately. It is recommended that each person have a pair of
> | spare balls for maintaining optimum customer satisfaction.
>
> --
>
> John Hettish
> http://www.mt2w.com
> http://groups.yahoo.com/group/tower-pro
> http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Tower-Accidents
> http://www.tower-pro.net
>
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