User manual SONY MPF920-Z

[. . . ] The drive can be used with a computer that meets the following requirements: IBM PC or compatible system Floppy disk drive controller or connector Floppy disk drive interface cable 4 MB RAM-minimum Windows or DOS operating system System BIOS that supports 3½ in. When you unpack the carton, make sure that it contains all the accessories listed below. If anything is missing or damaged, contact your retailer. [. . . ] Do not open the floppy disk shutter or touch the disk surface. Dirt or scratches on the disk surface may make reading and writing impossible. To protect important data, remove floppy disks from the drive and store them in a case when they are not being used. Do not attempt to dismantle, repair, or alter the drive yourself Do not, under any circumstances, attempt to dismantle, repair, or alter the drive yourself. You may not only permanently damage the drive and/or your computer, but may also cause fire or personal injury through electrical shock. operating and storage environments · Do not place the drive close to heat sources or in direct sunlight; place it in dusty, dirty, or humid locations; place it under precipitation such as rain; or leave it in a vehicle with the windows closed. If the drive interferes with the reception of radio or television signals, move the drive away from the radio or television. When using the drive, do not wrap it in cloth, sheets or covers as this may be the cause of malfunctions or fire. WARNING You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Caution Before installing the drive, turn off your computer and unplug it from the AC power outlet. To Install the Drive 1 Unplug your computer from the Remove the cover from your computer. For details about this procedure, refer to your computer documentation. locate the following cables: · Floppy disk interface cable: flat, "ribbon" type cable with 34-pin female connector. Power cable: two or four separate wires attached to a single 4-pin female connector. Make sure that the pin #1 indicator strip of the floppy disk interface cable (usually red or blue) is aligned with pin #1 of the 34-pin female connector at the rear of the drive. Make the appropriate changes to the CMOS BIOS. Connect the power cable to the power connector, as illustrated. [. . . ] C The drive may be out of alignment or otherwise in need of servicing. Local technical support is only available in the sales regions that appear in the "Customer Support and Service" section of the European guarantee certificate. A warranty card should be provided with this product at the place of purchase. [. . . ]