Testing the Diskette Drive

The diskette drive test determines whether the diskette drive is functioning properly. A formatted, high-density (HD) disk must be in the diskette drive for this test to be successful.

To test the diskette drive, type:

ok test floppy
Testing floppy disk system. A formatted
disk should be in the drive.
Test succeeded.
ok 

If the test fails, you see an error message.

To eject the diskette, type:

ok eject-floppy 
ok

If this command fails, you can physically eject the diskette by inserting a straightened paper clip into the little hole near the diskette slot.