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Learning the Basics
Using diskettes
Using diskettes
For those systems with a floppy drive, the 3.5-inch diskette
drive, lets you use either double-density (720 KB) or high-
density (1.44 MB) diskettes for data transfer and storage.
Diskette drive
The disc/disk activity indicator flashes when the diskette
drive is in use. See
more information on the location of system indicators.
Inserting and removing diskettes
1
Hold the diskette so that the arrow on its upper surface
points toward the drive.
2
Push the diskette gently into the drive slot on the left side
of the computer. When the diskette is in place, the eject
button pops out.
To release a diskette from the drive, push the eject button.
CAUTION: Never press the eject button or turn off the computer
while the light is glowing. Doing so could destroy data and
damage the diskette or the drive.
Caring for diskettes
Store your diskettes properly to protect them and keep
them clean.
If a diskette is dirty, clean it with a soft cloth moistened in
water. Do not use cleaning fluids.
Never slide back the protective metal cover.
Eject button
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