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Using a hard disk, Backing up the hard disk – Epson ActionNote User Manual

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When you swap diskettes this way, it is a good idea to

write-protect the original diskette so you don’t accidentally

write over it. (See “Write-protecting Diskettes” on page 3-15.)

Using a Hard Disk

The removable hard disk in your computer has been prepared

for use at the factory. It also may have MS-DOS and Windows

installed. If you plan to use MS-DOS or Windows, you can

install your application programs and begin work. See the

documentation that came with your programs for instructions.

Follow these precautions to protect your hard disk from

damage and to avoid losing data:

Never turn off or reset the computer when the hard disk

drive light is on. This light indicates that the computer is

copying data to or from the hard disk.

After turning the power off, wait 20 seconds before moving

the computer. This allows the disks in the drive to stop

spinning and the hard disk read /write heads to lock in

place so you do not damage the drive.

Never remove the hard disk drive when the computer is on.

Backing

Up

the Hard Disk

Although the hard disk is very reliable, be sure to back up your

files onto diskettes in case you lose some data accidentally.

Make copies of all your system and application program

diskettes before copying the programs to the hard disk.

Using Your Computer

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