Using The Notebook Pc; Introduction; Storage Device Modules; Floppy Disk Drive - Asus M8 User Manual

Introduction

This Section describes the basic features and procedures for using your Notebook PC. Topics covered
include the floppy drive, CD-ROM drive, pointing device, and other input and output devices.

Storage Device Modules

Data storage and retrieval are two of the most fundamental tasks you will perform when working with
your computer. The Notebook PC is equipped with a modular drive bay to support a 3.5" floppy drive, a
second hard disk drive, a CD-ROM drive, or a DVD-ROM drive. The modular design allows specific-
use setups to decrease weight and power usage. The modular design also allows easy upgrading and
replacements. The following sections will cover instructions for operating each of these drives.

Floppy Disk Drive

The Notebook PC features a modular 3.5-inch floppy disk drive that accepts standard 1.44MB (or 720KB)
floppy diskettes. The eject button is placed on the top edge of the floppy disk drive for easy access,
unlike desktop PCs with the eject button on the bottom of the floppy disk drive. The floppy activity can
be monitored through the shared activity LED in front of the touchpad.
WARNING! Because the eject button protrudes out when a floppy diskette is inserted, you
must remove the floppy diskette during transport to prevent breakage of the
eject button.

USING THE NOTEBOOK PC

Floppy Eject
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