6-4 Maintaining Your Computer
MOUSE CARE
For best results with your mouse, use it on a mouse pad.
Under normal conditions, your mouse has a self-cleaning
mechanism that prevents a buildup of dust or lint around the
mouse ball and tracking mechanism. Periodically, however,
you might need to wipe the mouse ball clean. Use the fol-
lowing procedure to clean the mouse.
1.
Turn off your computer and any peripherals attached
to it.
2.
Turn your mouse upside down. Locate the mouse ball
cover (see the following figure).
3.
Turn the ball cover counterclockwise and remove
the cover.
4.
Gently turn the mouse over and let the ball fall into
your palm.
5.
Clean the mouse as follows.
■
Use tap water, or tap water and a mild detergent to
clean the mouse ball.
■
Use a clean, lint-free cloth to dry the ball.
■
Blow into the mouse socket to remove remaining dust
or lint.