Formatting A Floppy Disk - HP 8712ES User Manual

Using Instrument Functions
Saving and Recalling Measurement Results

Formatting a Floppy Disk

Unformatted floppy disks must be formatted before you can save data on
them. The analyzer's internal non-volatile RAM disk and internal
volatile RAM disk do not need to be formatted.
All information on the disk will be erased during the formatting process.
CAUTION
1. Make sure the disk is not write protected by ensuring the write
protect tab is in the proper position.
2. Insert the disk into the analyzer's disk drive.
3. Press File Utilities Format Disk Menu
SAVE RECALL
Format 3.5" Disk YES .
4. It will take approximately 2.5 minutes for the disk to be formatted.
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