Cannot format diskette Cause Solution | HP dc5750 specification

Table 2-3Solving Diskette Problems (continued)

Cannot format diskette.

Cause	Solution

Invalid media reported.	When formatting a disk in MS-DOS, you may need to specify
	diskette capacity. For example, to format a 1.44-MB diskette,
	type the following command at the MS-DOS prompt:
	FORMAT A: /F:1440

Disk may be write-protected.	Open the locking device on the diskette.

Legacy diskette writes are disabled in Computer Setup.	Enter Computer Setup and enable Legacy Diskette Write
	in Storage > Storage Options.

A problem has occurred with a disk transaction.

Cause	Solution

The directory structure is bad, or there is a problem with a file. In Windows XP, right-click Start, click Explore, and select a drive. Select File > Properties > Tools. Under Error- checking, click Check Now.

Diskette drive cannot read a diskette.

Cause	Solution

You are using the wrong diskette type for the drive type.	Check the type of drive that you are using and use the correct
	diskette type.

You are reading the wrong drive.	Check the drive letter in the path statement.

Diskette is damaged.	Replace the diskette with a new one.

“Invalid system disk” message is displayed.

Cause	Solution

A diskette that does not contain the system files needed to start	When drive activity stops, remove the diskette and press the
the computer has been inserted in the drive.	Spacebar. The computer should start up.

Diskette error has occurred.	Restart the computer by pressing the power button.

Cannot Boot to Diskette.

Cause	Solution

Diskette is not bootable.	Replace with a bootable diskette.

Diskette boot has been disabled in Computer Setup.	1. Run Computer Setup and enable diskette boot in
	Storage > Boot Order.
	2. Run Computer Setup and enable diskette boot in
	Storage > Storage Options > Removable Media
	Boot.

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Contents

Troubleshooting Guide dc5750 Models Troubleshooting Guide Iii Iv About This Book Table of contents Appendix B Password Security and Resetting Cmos Accessing DPS Through Computer Setup HP Insight Diagnostics HP Insight Diagnostics Survey Tab Status Tab Log Tab Select a language and click Download Protecting the SoftwareProtecting the Software Restoring the Software Safety and Comfort Before You Call for Technical Support Safety and Comfort Helpful Hints Helpful Hints 1Solving General Problems Solving General ProblemsComputer date and time display is incorrect Cause Solution There is no sound or sound volume is too low Cause Solution Solving General ProblemsPoor performance is experienced Cause Solution Cause Solution Enww 2Solving Power Problems Solving Power ProblemsPower supply shuts down intermittently Cause Solution Solving Diskette Problems Solving Diskette Problems3Solving Diskette Problems Diskette drive cannot read a diskette Cause Solution Cannot format diskette Cause SolutionProblem has occurred with a disk transaction Cause Solution Invalid system disk message is displayed Cause Solution Overrides the Boot Order enable command Security Password Options Solving Hard Drive Problems 4Solving Hard Drive Problems Computer will not boot from hard drive Cause Solution Solving Hard Drive ProblemsStorage Boot Order list Device Configuration Can not write to the media card Cause Solution Solving Media Card Reader Problems5Solving Media Card Reader Problems Computer’s software is used to safely eject the card Solving Media Card Reader Problems 6Solving Display Problems Solving Display ProblemsBlank screen no video Cause Solution Solving Display Problems Dim characters Cause Solution Adjust the horizontal or vertical position of the image Install the video drivers included in the upgrade kitImage is not centered Cause Solution Out of Range displays on screen Cause Solution Certain typed symbols do not appear correct Cause Solution 7Solving Audio Problems Solving Audio ProblemsSound cuts in and out Cause Solution Properties Solving Audio ProblemsOn the Properties tab, make sure Enable digital CD Audio for this CD-ROM device is checked Solving Printer Problems 8Solving Printer Problems 9Solving Keyboard Problems Solving Keyboard and Mouse ProblemsSolving Keyboard and Mouse Problems 10Solving Mouse Problems After the shutdown is complete, plug the mouse Option and then press the Enter keyRestart 11 Solving Hardware Installation Problems Solving Hardware Installation ProblemsSolving Hardware Installation Problems Computer will not start Cause Solution Once bad card is identified, remove and replace bad 11Solving Hardware Installation ProblemsGoes away Option card 12Solving Network Problems Solving Network ProblemsSolving Network Problems Wake-on-LAN feature is not functioning Cause Solution Diagnostics reports a failure Cause Solution Network status link light never flashes New network card will not boot Cause Solution Out of memory error Cause Solution Solving Memory Problems13Solving Memory Problems Memory count during Post is wrong Cause Solution Solving Memory Problems Some fans only operate when needed Solving Processor Problems14Solving Processor Problems Make sure the processor heatsink is installed properly 15Solving CD-ROM and DVD Problems Solving CD-ROM and DVD ProblemsSolving CD-ROM and DVD Problems Mode in Security Password Options Movie will not play in the DVD drive Cause Solution Cannot eject compact disc tray-load unit Cause Solution Enww USB Drive Key not found identified Cause Solution Solving Drive Key Problems16Solving Drive Key Problems System will not boot from USB Drive Key Cause Solution Solving Front Panel Component Problems Solving Front Panel Component Problems17Solving Front Panel Component Problems 18Solving Internet Access Problems Solving Internet Access ProblemsUnable to connect to the Internet Cause Solution Solving Internet Access Problems Double-clickPorts COM & LPT Solving Software Problems 19Solving Software Problems Contacting Customer Support Contacting Customer Support Enww Post Error Messages Table A-1Numeric Codes and Text Messages Appendix a Post Error MessagesPost Numeric Codes and Text Messages Control panel message Description Recommended action Post Numeric Codes and Text Messages Advanced Onboard Devices Control panel message Description Replace diskette drive Under Storage DPS Self-test Emulation back to RAID and select File Problem Problem goes away Network Server Mode Active and NoSave Changes and Exit Table A-2Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes Is not spinning, make sure the fans cable is Activity Beeps Possible Cause Recommended Action Properly connected to the system board Check that both power supply cables areProblem persists, replace the system board Check to see if the 5Vaux light on Cmos Resetting the Password Jumper Clearing and Resetting the Cmos Using Computer Setup to Reset Cmos Figure B-1 Cmos switch Drive Protection System DPS Accessing DPS Through Computer Setup Select Storage DPS Self-Test Index Index Enww