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Post by williethewelder on Mar 4, 2007 19:22:47 GMT -4
I don't know how they wrote this with a straight face. > This was a real memo sent out by IBM to its employees in all > seriousness. It went to all field engineers about a computer > peripheral problem. The author of this memo was quite genuine. > The engineers rolled on the floor! Especially note the last > couple of sentences. > > '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, a 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 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 person have a pair of > spare balls for maintaining optimum customer satisfaction. Any > customer missing his balls should contact the local personnel in > charge of removing and replacing these necessary items. > > Please keep in mind that a customer without properly working > balls is an unhappy customer.
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Post by markr on Mar 4, 2007 20:09:35 GMT -4
The road to hell is paved with good intentions as they say. LMAO!.
Mark
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Post by zodiakgsps on Mar 4, 2007 20:47:22 GMT -4
That's what I always tellin' the old man, keep them working properly so they don't have to be twisted off or replaced.
Hate it when the computer isn't working properly. ;D
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Post by rflktrman on Mar 4, 2007 20:58:37 GMT -4
I don't care what anyone says that is FUNNY!
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Post by Deleted on Mar 4, 2007 21:14:34 GMT -4
Thats a good one lol ;D
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