Toshiba Satellite M40X manual FDD Test Tests and Diagnostics

3.10 FDD Test 3. Tests and Diagnostics

3.9FDD Test

NOTE: Before running the FDD test, prepare a formatted work diskette (1.44 MB). Remove the diagnostics diskette and insert the work diskette into the FDD. The contents of the floppy diskette maybe erased.

The Floppy Disk Test includes three subtests of the:

1.Sequential seek/verify function (Range: Track 0 ~ 79)

2.Funnel code seek/verify function (Range: Track 0 ~ 79)

3.Write/Read/Compare pattern function (Range: Track 75 ~ 79)

NOTE: The write-protected device of this formatted diskette should be “Disable”.

The subtests run automatically.

NOTE: Press “Esc” key can skip the current subtest.

The screen should display as below, indicating whether the subtests pass or fail when finished.

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