Insertting and Removing Diskettes

To insert a diskette into a 3.5-inch drive, hold the diskette with the label facing up and the metal shutter leading into the drive, as shown in the following illustration. Slide the diskette into the drive until it clicks into place.

To insert a diskette into a 5.25-inch drive, hold the diskette with the label facing up and the read/write slot leading into the drive. When you want to remove the diskette, make sure the drive light is off; then press the release button or flip up the latch. When the diskette pops out, remove it and store it properly.

C a u t i o n

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

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