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Diskette drive
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Diskette drive
Some of the steps in this document may require you to remove the computer
case cover. Follow “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 3 when
working inside your computer.
Your computer cannot access the diskette drive.
You may not be able to copy information to or from the diskette drive if:
■ The diskette is write-protected.
■ The diskette drive or diskette is damaged.
■ The settings in the BIOS are incorrect.
■ The cable that goes from the back of the diskette drive to the system board
or controller card is defective or not connected securely.
■ There is a conflict within the computer with some newly added hardware
or software.
■ The drive is damaged or a password has been enabled.
Your computer cannot access the diskette.
The diskette may be damaged. Reformat the diskette, or try another diskette.
To format a diskette:
1 Insert a diskette into the diskette drive.
2 In Windows XP, click Start, then click My Computer. The My Computer
window opens.
- OR -
In Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows 98, or Windows NT 4.0
double-click the
My Computer icon. The My Computer window opens.