To remove the diskette, press the release button. When the diskette pops out, remove it and store it properly.

Caution

Never remove a diskette or reset or turn off the computer while the diskette drive light is on. You could lose your data. Also, be sure to remove all diskettes before you turn off the computer.

Formatting Diskettes

Before you can store data on a new diskette, you must format it using the FORMAT command. Formatting prepares the diskette so that MS-DOS can write data on it. You need to do this only once, before you use the diskette for the first time.

You can also reformat previously used diskettes to store new data. This process erases all the data on the diskette, so be sure you do not want to save any of the files on a used diskette before you format it. See your MS-DOS Reference Manual for instructions on using the FORMAT command.

Using Your Computer

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