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710CDT/720CDT
Table 2-5 FDD error code and status (2/2)
Code
Status
40h
Seek error
60h
FDD not drive
80h
Time out error (Not ready)
EEh
Write buffer error
FFh
Data compare error
Check 1
If the following message displays, disable the write protect tab on the floppy disk.
If any other message displays, perform Check 2.
Write protected
Check 2
Make sure the floppy disk is formatted correctly. If it is, go to Procedure 3.
Procedure 3
Connector Check and Replacement Check
There are two ways to connect the FDD: through the Selectable Bay and through the external
FDD port. If the FDD is installed in the Selectable Bay, begin with Check 1. If the FDD is
connected to the external FDD port, begin with Check 3.
Check 1
Make sure the Selectable Bay cable is firmly connected to the FDD module and
system board.
PJ601
FDD module
PJ3
Selectable Bay cable
System board
PJ604
Flexible cable
If any of the connections are loose, reconnect them firmly and repeat Procedure 2.
If there is still an error, go to Check 2.
Check 2
The Selectable Bay cable may be defective or damaged. Replace the cable. If the
FDD is still not functioning properly, perform Check 4.
Check 3
Make sure the FDD cable is firmly connected to the external FDD port.
FDD module
PJ8
System board
Attachment case
If this cable is disconnected, connect it to the system unit and repeat Procedure 2.
If the FDD is still not functioning properly, perform Check 5.
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