Diskette drive problems, A-18 – Epson EQUITY 3865X/20 PLUS User Manual

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9.

If you see no error messages but

there

is something wrong

with the data in a file, MS-DOS or an application program

may have updated the storage information on the diskette

incorrectly. This is probably the case if you have one of

these problems:

Part of a file is missing

A file includes parts of other files

An expected output file is missing.

To make the necessary repairs, use the MS-DOS program
CHKDSK. See your MS-DOS Reference Manual for

instructions.

Diskette Drive Problems

You may see the following message if you are having trouble

with a diskette or your diskette drive:

601 Diskette error

If you see this message or have difficulty with a diskette drive,

follow these steps:

1.

Try running the Diskette Drives and Controller Check

described in Appendix C. If the diagnostics program

indicates an error, consult your Epson dealer.

2.

If the diskette drive is making loud noises, do not attempt
any further examination of it. Contact your Epson dealer.

Note

Diskette drives may make different sounds with different

diskettes.

A-18 Troubleshooting

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