Using The Floppy Disk Drive - Sharp Actius PC-GP20 Operation Manual

Using the Floppy Disk Drive

You can use a double-density (2DD) 720KB or high-density (2HD) 1.44MB floppy
disk.
Handling Floppy Disks
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Do not open the shutter and touch the disk inside; otherwise, you will not be able to
read or write data from/to the disk.
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Do not place floppy disks near magnets or heat source, in direct sunlight or in a
dusty place, etc.
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Never subject floppy disks to sudden shocks or extreme vibration. Do not drop or
bend them, or place heavy objects on them.
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Do not spill liquid onto floppy disks.
Inserting and Removing a Floppy Disk
Inserting
Hold the floppy disk with the arrow facing up and towards the drive. Slide the disk
into the drive until it locks into place. When the disk is correctly inserted, the eject
button pops out.
Label Facing Up
• Always insert a floppy disk straight into the floppy disk drive.
• When inserting a disk, make sure it is not upside down.
• Do not use excessive force when inserting a floppy disk. If you have
• Do not touch the disk while reading/writing data. It may cause
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difficulty inserting or removing it, seek the assistance of an authorized
service technician.
malfunction of the computer and the drive.