What Is A Flexible Disc; Window And Auto Shutter - HP 9114B Operator's Manual

What is a Flexible Disc?
A flexible disc is similar to a phonographrecord thatstores
programsanddata instead of music. The computer can record data
and programson thedisc and canlater recall the programs and
data from the disc. A box of 10 double-sided flexible discs canbe
ordered using HP part number 921924.
A Look at the Flexible Disc
CENTERING HUB,
WRITE PROTECT TAB
PLASTIC CASE
Figure 2-4. Parts ofthe Flexible Disc
Window and Auto Shutter
The disc drive reads and writes data to and from thedisc using a
window space which exposesthe disc. This window is covered by
a metal shutter. Theshutter helps protect the disc surface from
particles and fingerprints.
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