Flash Fdd; Notes On Using Flash Fdd; Compensation For Recorded Data; Handling Flash Fdd - NEC Express5800/R320g-M4 Maintenance Manual

Chapter 3 Useful Features
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Flash FDD

Flash FDD is a device that is compatible with a floppy disk drive.
Flash FDD is used when:
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Storing the parameter files of EXPRESSBUILDER
See Chapter 1 (5. Windows OS Parameter File) in Installation Guide (Windows).

Collecting the hardware logs
See Chapter 1 (12. Offline Tools).
Only one Flash FDD can be connected to a USB connector of this server. If another USB or floppy disk drive is
connected to this server, be sure to remove it.
If you want to change the write protection, remove Flash FDD from the server, change the write protection
switch, and then connect it again.
4.1

Notes on Using Flash FDD

Do not use Flash FDD to back up data. Flash FDD can be used for a temporary data only.

4.1.1 Compensation for recorded data

NEC does not pay compensation for data recorded on Flash FDD even if the data is lost.

4.1.2 Handling Flash FDD

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Flash FDDs are consumables. If Flash FDD causes an error, replace with a new Flash FDD.
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Do not turn off the server while the access LED of Flash FDD is blinking.
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Flash FDD cannot be connected to a USB hub. Directly connect Flash FDD to the server.

Before handling Flash FDD, discharge static electricity from your body by touching a doorknob or aluminum
frame, and other metal objects.

Remove Flash FDD from the server when not in use.

4.1.3 Use with EXPRESSBUILDER

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Connect Flash FDD after Home Menu of EXPRESSBUILDER appears.
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Remove Flash FDD from the server before closing EXPRESSBUILDER.
Express5800/R310g-E4, R320g-E4, R320g-M4 Maintenance Guide (Windows)
CAUTION
Be extremely careful not to lose Flash FDD or have it stolen.
If Flash FDD is lost, stolen, misappropriated, or fraudulently obtained, there is a risk of
leaking confidential information to a third party. NEC assumes no responsibility for
damages caused by leaking confidential information in this way.
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