Fujitsu Lifebook E342, Manual

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notebook’s operating system software to format
a floppy disk. Please refer to the operating sys-
tem manual for step-by-step instructions.
To prevent data stored on a floppy disk from
being erased, slide the write protect tab on the
floppy disk to open up the small hole. This
makes the disk write protected. When you want
to write data to that disk, slide the write protect
tab the other way to close the small hole.
Figure 3-11 Floppy Disk Write Protect
Write Enabled
Write Protected
C A U T I O N
Formatting a previously used floppy
disk is an effective method of clearing a
disk as long as you realize that ALL the
information on the disk will be erased.
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Keep the floppy disk drive and disks
out of direct sunlight and away from
heating equipment.
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Avoid storing the floppy disk drive in
locations subject to shock and vibration.
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Avoid using the floppy disk drive and disks
in damp and dusty locations.
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Never use the floppy disk drive with any
liquid, metal, or other foreign matter inside
the floppy disk drive or disk.
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Never store a floppy disk near a magnet or
magnetic field.
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To clean, wipe the floppy disk drive clean
with a dry soft cloth or with a soft cloth
dampened with water or a solution of neutral
detergent. Never use benzene, paint thinner,
or other volatile material.
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Never disassemble or dismantle your floppy
disk drive.
Preparing a Floppy Disk for Use
Before you can use a new floppy disk, you need
to prepare it so your notebook knows where to
store information. This preparation is called
formatting or initializing a disk. You need to
format new 3.5" floppy disks, unless you pur-
chase preformatted disks. You will use your
Care of Floppy Disk Drives and Disks
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Avoid storing the floppy disk drive and
disks in extremely hot and cold locations,
or in locations subject to severe
temperature changes.