Security Options
Setting the Diskette Write-Protect Switch
The diskette write-protect switch controls whether you can write
information to a diskette using a diskette drive. This ability to
prevent writing to a diskette is particularly useful if you are
concerned about the security of information that can be obtained
through a network.
Note: This switch does not affect the ability to read information
from a diskette.
Before you begin:
Read “Electrical Safety” on page 45 and “Handling
Static-Sensitive Devices” on page 46.
Turn off the server.
Disconnect all external cables and power cords; then, remove
the server cover (see “Removing the Cover” on page 49).
1. Locate the configuration switch in the system-board illustration
in “Locating System-Board Components” on page 51.
2. For normal diskette operation or for read-only diskette
operation, set switch 8 as illustrated.
Normal Diskette
Operation
Read-Only Diskette
Operation
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
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