Mouse scroll wheel detached. Currently only a middle-click option remains. Repair possible?

F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Mouse scroll wheel detached. Currently only a middle-click option remains. Repair possible?

Mouse scroll wheel detached. Currently only a middle-click option remains. Repair possible?

Mouse scroll wheel detached. Currently only a middle-click option remains. Repair possible?

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CENA2012
Member

73

02-01-2016, 08:41 AM

#1

The scroll on my mouse moves smoothly left to right, and the spinning wheel sensation feels distinct. I can't scroll up and down anymore. Is there a solution to fix this issue, or is it a permanent problem?

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CENA2012

02-01-2016, 08:41 AM #1

The scroll on my mouse moves smoothly left to right, and the spinning wheel sensation feels distinct. I can't scroll up and down anymore. Is there a solution to fix this issue, or is it a permanent problem?

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genis260
Member

53

02-01-2016, 10:25 AM

#2

You can remove the mouse and inspect it. There are two screws beneath the rear glide pads.

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genis260

02-01-2016, 10:25 AM #2

You can remove the mouse and inspect it. There are two screws beneath the rear glide pads.

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stormtenzin
Junior Member

36

02-01-2016, 12:22 PM

#3

Use a microfiber cloth or a soft brush to gently wipe away the mouse gliders.

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stormtenzin

02-01-2016, 12:22 PM #3

Use a microfiber cloth or a soft brush to gently wipe away the mouse gliders.

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Downtistic
Junior Member

2

02-01-2016, 07:32 PM

#4

Warm them up to extend their life and avoid harming the pad. Use a very fine tool such as a knife to gently slide underneath, and possibly some tweezers to carefully extract and reinsert once everything is put back together.

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Downtistic

02-01-2016, 07:32 PM #4

Warm them up to extend their life and avoid harming the pad. Use a very fine tool such as a knife to gently slide underneath, and possibly some tweezers to carefully extract and reinsert once everything is put back together.

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halonaa
Junior Member

37

02-01-2016, 09:19 PM

#5

I reviewed some YouTube tutorials. I need a tiny screwdriver that fits the screw and can handle a hair dryer. I'll keep you posted.

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halonaa

02-01-2016, 09:19 PM #5

I reviewed some YouTube tutorials. I need a tiny screwdriver that fits the screw and can handle a hair dryer. I'll keep you posted.

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Aquanow
Member

167

02-02-2016, 02:01 AM

#6

Blow dry the pads for two minutes. Then attempt to remove them by using a knife or gently nudging. Continue until they come off.

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Aquanow

02-02-2016, 02:01 AM #6

Blow dry the pads for two minutes. Then attempt to remove them by using a knife or gently nudging. Continue until they come off.

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Redstoner137
Posting Freak

811

02-02-2016, 10:35 AM

#7

The pads or plastic near it should feel warm, indicating proper heating for the knife to glide in.

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Redstoner137

02-02-2016, 10:35 AM #7

The pads or plastic near it should feel warm, indicating proper heating for the knife to glide in.

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SquishyJelly3
Member

181

02-10-2016, 09:13 AM

#8

Updated: I removed the pads and took off the screws. I checked the mouse and found the wire holder was loose, so I reinserted it. Now the handle feels tight again. When I try to plug it back in, it doesn’t scroll properly.

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SquishyJelly3

02-10-2016, 09:13 AM #8

Updated: I removed the pads and took off the screws. I checked the mouse and found the wire holder was loose, so I reinserted it. Now the handle feels tight again. When I try to plug it back in, it doesn’t scroll properly.

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ThaSkyfoogle
Member

52

02-17-2016, 06:07 AM

#9

Remaining unsecured

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ThaSkyfoogle

02-17-2016, 06:07 AM #9

Remaining unsecured

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mattematti
Junior Member

2

02-20-2016, 12:58 PM

#10

Fixed.

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mattematti

02-20-2016, 12:58 PM #10

Fixed.

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