Solving Problems : Dell Inspiron 2100
Drive Problems
If you cannot save a file to a floppy disk
HINT:
For information on saving files to a floppy disk, see the
file.
Ensure that the external media bay is connected—
bay
cable and make sure that it is connected to the floppy drive and to the
connector on the back of the computer.
Ensure that Windows recognizes the drive—
icon. If the floppy drive is not listed, perform a full scan with your antivirus software
to check for and remove viruses. Viruses can sometimes prevent Windows from
recognizing the drive.
Cannot save files to a floppy disk—
protected (locked). See the following illustration.
Test the drive with another floppy disk—
the possibility that the original floppy disk is defective.
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Ensure that the floppy disk is not full or write-
Insert another floppy disk to eliminate
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Check the
external media
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