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User's Manual Troubleshooting 9-23
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Floppy disk (Diskette test)
After the last graphics display test, the program displays the following prompt:
FLOPPY DISK 503000
Mount the work disk(s) on the drive(s), then press
[Enter] key
[Warning : The contents of the disk(s) will be
destroyed]
If diskette drives are connected, this prompt asks you to insert a diskette into
each diskette drive you want to test. The diskettes you insert should contain no
important information because the test destroys all data on the diskette.
The diskettes must be write enabled. For 3 ½" diskettes, the write-protect tab
must be closed so you cannot see through it.
These disks must also be formatted
Press
Enter
when you’ve inserted the disk(s) in the drive(s). The test
begins and displays:
FLOPPY DISK TEST IN PROGRESS 503000
If there is an error, the
ABORTED
message appears. Write down the
highlighted numbers and press
Ctrl + Break
to return to the
DIAGNOSTICS MENU
. If a disk drive fails, check the following:

Disks are properly formatted.

Disks are not damaged.
Try another disk and if there is still a problem, consult your dealer.
If you change your mind and decide not to test a disk, press
Ctrl + Break
to return to the
DIAGNOSTICS MENU
.
Hard disk test
If the diskette test passes, and you selected to test the hard disk, you see
the following message:
HARD DISK TEST IN PROGRESS 805000
If this test aborts, write down any messages and consult your dealer. The
computer or the drive may require service. Press
Enter
to return to the
DIAGNOSTICS MENU
.