Other errors are occurring, Diskette drive problems, Diskette drive light stays on – HP ProLiant ML110 G2 Server User Manual

Page 77: A problem has occurred with a diskette transaction, Diskette drive cannot read a diskette, Drive is not found, Non-system disk message is displayed, Diskette drive cannot write to a diskette

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Troubleshooting 77

Latest firmware indicates a defective tape, or head clogs occur regularly

Action: Replace the tape.

Other errors are occurring

Action: Replace the drive.

Diskette drive problems

Diskette drive light stays on

Action:

1.

Be sure no loose connections (on page

58

) exist.

2.

Be sure the diskette is not damaged. Run the diskette utility on the diskette (CHKDSK on some systems).

3.

Be sure the diskette is properly inserted. Remove the diskette and reinsert correctly into the drive.

4.

Be sure the diskette drive is cabled properly. Refer to the server documentation.

A problem has occurred with a diskette transaction

Action: Be sure the directory structure on the diskette is not bad. Run the diskette utility to check for

fragmentation (CHKDSK on some systems).

Diskette drive cannot read a diskette

Action:

1.

If the diskette is not formatted, format the diskette.

2.

Check the type of drive you are using and be sure you are using the correct diskette type.

Drive is not found

Action: Be sure no loose connections (on page

58

) exist with the drive.

Non-system disk message is displayed

Action:

1.

Remove the non-system diskette from the drive.

2.

Check for and disconnect any non-bootable USB devices.

Diskette drive cannot write to a diskette

Action:

1.

If the diskette is not formatted, format the diskette.

2.

Be sure the diskette is not write protected. If it is, use another diskette or remove the write protection.

3.

Be sure you are attempting to write to the proper drive by checking the drive letter in the path statement.

4.

Be sure enough space is available on the diskette.

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