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#I hate my mouse!

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#151389From: Wesley HelmsJun 7, 1994 8:48 AM
I need some pointers on improving mouse performance. My mouse sticks when I drag it towards myself (down). The ball is loose in its socket. Is this thing shot or can I fix it? Wes
#151399From: Dale LarsonJun 7, 1994 10:03 AM
Try cleaning it first, and see if that helps. Most computer stores carry mouse cleaning kits. — Dale L. Larson, Intangible Assets Manufacturing
#151441From: Don Curtis/SYSOPJun 7, 1994 5:47 PM
Wesley, Yes…the ball is supposed to be loose in the socket. I'd strongly suspect that the rollers inside the mouse are dirty. You'll see the twist open cover where the ball sits. Open the cover and look at the rollers inside. IF they look like they've got little rubber bands around the rollers…they're dirty. They should be uniform from edge to edge. You may end up needing a magnifying glass and a toothpick (I've found them to work the best…and have the least possiblity of causing any damage) to clean them up properly. Unplug the mouse from your Amiga before you start to work on it AND MAKE SURE the Amiga is turned OFF before you either plug or unplug the mouse from the Amiga! Don
#151506From: Wesley HelmsJun 8, 1994 8:42 AM
Don, I'll start the mouse surgery tonight. 🙂 Thanks for the instructions. Wes