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Troubleshooting
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Solving Disk Problems
Continued
Problem
Cause
Solution
Cannot format
diskette
Invalid media reported.
When formatting a disk in DOS, you may need to
specify diskette capacity. For example, to format
a 1.44-MB diskette, type the following command
at the DOS prompt:
FORMAT A: /F:1440
A problem has
occurred with a disk
transaction
The directory structure is
bad, or there is a problem
with a file.
In Windows NT, right click Start, click Explore,
and select a drive. Select File
!
Properties
!
Tools. Under Error-checking, click Check Now.
Diskette drive cannot
read a diskette
Diskette is not formatted.
Format the diskette.
You are using the wrong
diskette type for the drive
type.
Check the type of drive you are using and use
the correct diskette type.
Drive not found
Cable is loose.
Reseat diskette drive cable.
Workstation configuration
does not recognize second
diskette drive.
Use Computer Setup (F10 Setup) to enable the
second diskette drive. Select Diskettes from the
Storage menu.
Second Ultra ATA
hard drive does not
perform optimally
You are using the wrong
cable for the drive type.
Reinstall the second Ultra ATA hard drive using
an 80-conductor cable. The 80-conductor cable
is standard on select models.
Nonsystem disk
message
The system is trying to start
from a nonsystem diskette.
Remove the diskette from the drive.
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