
Diskette drive problems
The computer does not recognize the diskette drive.
Probable cause | Solution |
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The diskette drive may be | Restart your computer, then press F1 to open |
configured incorrectly | the BIOS Setup utility. In the Advanced |
| Diskette Configuration menu, make sure that |
| the diskette drive parameters are set correctly. |
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The drive cables are not | Open the computer and make sure all cables |
connected properly | are correctly connected to the system board. |
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The diskette drive will not read, write, or format.
Probable cause | Solution |
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The diskette is not | Make sure the diskette you are trying to use |
is | |
| it is not, get a compatible diskette. |
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The diskette is corrupted | Check the diskette for errors. If you have |
| detected and corrected errors, try accessing |
| the diskette again. |
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The diskette is | Make sure the |
| (unprotected). |
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The diskette drive LED illuminates continuously.
Probable cause | Solution |
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The diskette is corrupt | Remove the diskette from the drive. If the light |
| remains on, try restarting the computer. |
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The cable to the drive is not | Open the computer and make sure the cable |
connected properly | is connected properly between the diskette |
| drive and its controller. Make sure the pins are |
| not bent or misaligned. |
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