Peripheral/Adapter Problems
A SCSI device is not recognized by the system.
Probable Cause | Solution |
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The device needs to | From the Control Panel window (Start |
be added as new | Settings Control Panel), |
hardware. | New Hardware. Follow the directions for |
| adding the device. If you are not |
| experienced with this procedure, call |
| Technical Support. |
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The SCSI ID may be | Assign an available SCSI ID to the device. |
invalid. |
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The SCSI chain is not | Make certain the last device on the SCSI |
terminated. | chain is terminated. |
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The device cables are | Open the system and check all cables |
not installed correctly. | between the controller and the device. |
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The diskette drive is not recognized by the system.
Probable Cause | Solution |
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The diskette drive | Restart your computer, and then press F1 |
may be configured | to enter the Setup utility program. From the |
incorrectly. | Boot Removable Devices menu, ensure that |
| the diskette drive parameters are set |
| correctly. |
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The drive cables are | Open the system and check all cables |
not connected | connected to the controller card. |
properly. |
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The drive controller is | Open the system and reseat the drive |
not seated properly. | controller. |
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Important!
Some systems do not have a floppy controller card because the floppy controller is built into the system board.
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