The mouse
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If the pointer on the screen does not move smoothly as you move the mouse,
you might need to clean the mouse. The following steps apply to mice having
a rolling ball type mechanism. Optical mice do not have a ball. If you have
such a device, follow the manufacturer's ecommendations for care and maintenance.
To clean the mouse:
- Turn off the computer.
- Disconnect the
mouse cable from
the computer.
- Turn the mouse
upside down. Unlock
the retainer on the
bottom of the mouse
by rotating it clockwise
until the arrow aligns
with the unlock symbol.
Some mouse types have retainers that are removed differently. If your mouse
does not have lock and unlock symbols, move the retainer in the direction
indicated by the arrow on the retainer.
- Place your hand
over the retainer
and turn the mouse
right side up. The
retainer and ball
will drop into your
hand.
- Wash the ball in
warm, soapy water
and dry.
- Using a damp cloth,
wipe the outside
of the mouse and
the retainer. Be
sure to wipe the
rollers inside the
mouse.
- Insert the ball
and retainer. Lock
the retainer by rotating
it so the arrow is
aligned with the
lock symbol.
- Reconnect the mouse
to the computer.
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