Specifications
Floppy disk drive
Compatible disks
3.5in. 2HD (1.44 MB)
3.5in. 2DD (720 KB)
Interface
Operating and storage environments
Temperature range
Operating temperature 5°C to 35°C (44°F to 95°F)
Miscellaneous
Power consumption
1.25 W (normal operation)
Mass
Approx. 430 g (0.95 lb.)
These specifications and the appearance of the product are subject to change without notice.
About Floppy Disks
Compatible floppy disks
The following floppy disks can be used with the drive.CAUTION
•Do not use floppy disks that are incompatible with the drive, as it may damage the drive.
•If you use preformatted floppy disks, make sure that they are compatible with your OS.
Troubleshooting
Before consulting your Sony representative, verify the following. If you are still unable to identify or solve your problem, consult your retailer or Sony representative.
Problem | Cause/Solution |
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The computer does not | tYour computer and the drive may not be |
detect the drive. | properly connected. Disconnect the drive from |
| the computer and reconnect it. |
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The floppy disk busy | tThe floppy disk drive interface cable, power |
indicator does not light | cable may not be properly connected, or the |
when reading or writing | CMOS configuration incorrect. Verify the |
data. | connections and CMOS configuration. |
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As soon as the computer is | tThe floppy disk drive interface cable may be |
turned on, the floppy disk | connected in the wrong direction. Verify the |
Technical Support
Please consult the above sources before calling with questions about using
Local technical support is available only in the following sales regions:
MPF920-Z Block Diagram
MAIN IC |
CXA8061Q |
Signal |
Read/Write |
Protecting data on floppy disks
To prevent accidental loss of important data, use the write- protect switch on floppy disks. When you slide the switch to the
Back of the floppy disk
position position
busy indicator lights and | position of pin #1. If pin #1 is connected |
stays lit. | properly, replace the cable. |
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The type of the drive is not | tThe CMOS configuration may be incorrect. |
detected properly upon | Verify the CMOS configuration for drive type: 3.5 |
startup. | in. 1.44 MB. |
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Invalid media or bad Track | tYou attempted to format an HD floppy disk at |
00 when formatting. | 720 KB or a DD floppy disk at 1.44 MB. Verify |
| the type of floppy disk in the drive. |
| tThe CMOS configuration may be incorrect. |
| Verify the CMOS configuration for drive type: 3.5 |
| in. 1.44 MB. |
For Customer in the USA (Sony Electronics Inc):
•Free telephone support is offered for 90 days from your first call. USA Technical Support only: Web based technical support is free of charge and is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Web site: http://sony.storagesupport.com/•Toll free:For Products purchased in Australia or New Zealand (Sony Australia Limited):
• | Web site: | http://www.sony.com.au |
• | Toll free: | |
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| Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m.- 7:00 p.m. EST |
Interface | Floppy Disk | Read/Write | Head |
Connector | Drive Logic | Block | |
(34 pins) |
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| Stepper |
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| Driver |
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Spindle Motor IC
Spindle Motor |
| Stepper Motor |
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Dimensions
(Units: mm (in.))
POWER
P.W.B CONNECTOR
101.6 (4.0)
SIGNAL
INTERFACE144 (5.7)
CONNECTOR
FLOPPY DISK SLOT
60 (2.4) |
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90 (3.5) | 21 (0.83) | ||
DEPTH 6 (0.24) | |||
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| 70 (2.8) | 31 (1.22) | |
94 (3.7) |
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| DEPTH 5 (0.20) |
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Handling notes
Make sure that you take the following precautions when handling floppy disks to ensure the safety of your data.
•Do not place floppy disks close to strong magnetic fields such as those generated by speakers or televisions, as this could cause loss of data.
•Do not place floppy disks close to heat sources or in direct sunlight as this may warp the floppy disk, making it unusable.
•Do not open the floppy disk shutter or touch the disk surface. Dirt or scratches on the disk surface may make reading and writing impossible.
•Avoid dropping liquids on floppy disks.
•To protect important data, remove floppy disks from the drive and store them in a case when they are not being used.
| tThe drive controller configuration may be |
| incorrect. Refer to the drive controller |
| documentation to verify its configuration. |
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The same contents are | tThe drive controller may not be receiving the |
displayed for different | signal indicating a change of floppy disk. Verify |
floppy disks. | the state of pin #34 and replace the floppy disk |
| drive interface cable, if necessary. |
| tIf the cable is in good working order, the drive |
| may be malfunctioning. Contact your local Sony |
| Technical Support Center. |
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Drive not ready error when | tThere is no floppy disk in the drive. Insert a |
reading from drive X (where | floppy disk and try again. |
X is the letter of the drive). | tVerify the floppy disk drive interface cable. |
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| tThe drive motor may not be spinning. Contact |
| your local Sony Technical Support Center. |
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General failure error when | tThe floppy disk in the drive is not formatted or |
reading from drive X (where | not formatted correctly. Use an appropriate |
X is the letter of the drive). | floppy disk. |
| tThe drive may be out of alignment or otherwise |
| in need of servicing. Contact your local Sony |
| Technical Support Center. |
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Sector not found error. | tThe floppy disk in the drive is not formatted or |
| not formatted correctly. Use an appropriate |
| floppy disk. |
| tThe drive may be out of alignment or otherwise |
| in need of servicing. Contact your local Sony |
| Technical Support Center. |
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| Microsoft Corporation. |
• | Other system and product names used herein are registered trademarks or |
| trademarks of their respective manufacturers, although the ™ and ® marks |
| are not used in the text. |
Before using this device, be sure to read the end user license agreements for the software provided with your computer.
❑Our product guarantee is valid only when the supplied accessories (including software) are used in the specified or recommended system environment, in accordance with this User’s Guide, and applies only to this floppy disk drive. Our customer service and user support apply only under these product guarantee conditions.
❑Please note that we cannot accept responsibility for failure of the computer or other devices, incompatibility with special hardware, operating problems caused by improper installation of software, loss of data, discs or other accidental or incidental damage that might occur when using this product.
❑The guarantee and user support for this product are valid only within the countries or sales regions specified on the warranty card.
❑Copyright laws prohibit the copying of all or part of the User’s Guide, without obtaining permission of the copyright holder.
Warranty Card & After Sales Service
Warranty Card
•A warranty card should be provided with this product at the place of purchase.•Please read the warranty card, fill in the specified information, and retain it for future reference.
•The warranty period is one year from the date of purchase.CAUTION
The warranty and technical support service are valid only in the countries or sales regions specified on the warranty card.
After Sales Service
Repairs under warranty
We provide repair services as described in this guide and on the warranty card. Please contact your supplier or repair service provider for details.
Repairs outside the warranty
If operation can be restored through repairs, we will repair the drive for a charge.
Repair requirements
If the drive needs repairs, return it to the place of purchase or your repair service provider.
•If you return the drive to the place of purchase or your repair service provider because of damage resulting from misuse or other causes, you are responsible for all