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Solving Problems 91
If you have problems with a hard drive
PC Card Problems
TRY ANOTHER FLOPPY DISK — Insert another disk to eliminate the
possibility that the original disk is defective.
REINSTALL THE DRIVE —
1 Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the
computer.
2 Remove the drive from the module bay. See "Using the Module Bay" in the
Tell Me How help file for instructions. To access the help file, see "Accessing
Help" on page 86.
3 Reinstall the drive.
4 Turn on the compu ter.
CLEAN THE DRIVE — See "Cleaning Your Computer" in the Tell Me How
help file for instructions. To access the help file, see "Accessing Help" on page 86.
ALLOW THE COMPUTER TO COOL BEFORE TURNING IT ON — A hot
hard drive may prevent the operating system from starting. Try allowing the
computer to return to room temperature before turning it on.
CHECK THE DRIVE FOR ERRORS —
1 Click the Start button and click My Computer.
2 Right-click the drive letter (local disk) that you want to scan for errors, and
then click Properties.
3 Click the Tools tab.
4 Under Error-checking, click Check Now.
5 Click Start.
CHECK THE PC CARD — Ensure that the PC Card is properly inserted into
the connector.
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