Guest Robert Baer Posted December 30, 2007 Posted December 30, 2007 Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question DaffyD® wrote: > I'll give this a try and report back to the group. I may need to break into > the box again which I hate to do since it's very old somewhat difficult to > maneuver around inside without pulling out other power ribbon cables. I also > need to unscrew expansion cards from the back of the box if I need to slide > out the motherboard to give me even more room inside to poke around. > > "PCR" <pcrrcp@netzero.net> wrote in message > news:eCZeAIBSIHA.3316@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl... > >>I think I must agree with the others, DaffyD®! You must unplug it & >>stand on your head while plugging it in again! But, if that fails to >>work... >> >>Right after replacing the power supply, was this the only hardware >>problem that showed up? Did Windows have to redetect any drivers during >>any boot after the power supply was replaced? >> >>If all else fails, it's worth a try to... >> >>Boot to Safe Mode (Hold F5 or Ctrl as you boot), &... >> >>(1) "Control Panel, System, Device Manager tab" >>(2) Open the "Floppy disk controllers" branch. >> >> If there are more than one controller in this branch, you may have >>a "ghost". Therefore, delete them all, & reboot to Normal Mode. Point it >>to the folder that contains your .cabs, if asked. >> >> But, if there is already just one driver there, then... >> >>(3) D-Clk the controller that appears under it for Properties. >> (Mine is "Standard Floppy Disk Controller".) >>(4) At the Driver tab, click the "Update Driver" button. >>(5) Click the "Next" button. >>(6) Bolt "Display a list of drivers...", & click "Next". >>(7) Bolt "Show all hardware". >> >>Examine the screen. Mine is "Standard floppy disk controllers" in the >>Manufacturers (left) pane & "Standard Floppy Disk Controller" in the >>Models (right) pane. But I have four other choices there in the left >>pane-- including "Compaq". As one clicks them in the left pane, >>descriptive info shows up in the right pane. Perhaps, state what you >>see. It could be worthwhile to go to another and back to the original >>just to shake things up. To switch, select one, & click "Next". >> >>(It seems odd mine is the Standard & not a Compaq controller. But, all >>is working well, & I will let that be.) >> >> >>-- >>Thanks or Good Luck, >>There may be humor in this post, and, >>Naturally, you will not sue, >>Should things get worse after this, >>PCR >>pcrrcp@netzero.net >> >>DaffyD® wrote: >>| I'm running Win 98SE. I recently replaced the power supply on my >>| computer, going from a 350W to 400W. After I plugged everything back >>| in, the floppy disk drive kept turning like a cd drive and the fdd >>| light on the front of the computer stayed on. Now, I've gone through >>| almost all the tests--checking the Molex connector to be sure it's in >>| there correctly; making sure the fdd ribbon cable red wire side is >>| connected to pin 1. Making sure the power supply is in there >>| properly. I tried flipping some connections around just to see if >>| that would fix things--nothing. I even bought a new fdd and installed >>| it, again making sure all connections were correct, and still had the >>| same problem. I've disconnected the drive so that I don't hear that >>| frustrating "whirring" sound and see the green LED stay lit. >>| >>| I don't know if installing the power supply damaged the fdd >>| controller or what the deal is. The drive worked fine before the new >>| PS. >>| >>| Oh, and thanks to all of you who responded to my first question. >>| -- >>| { : [|]=( DaffyD® >>| >>| If I knew where I was I'd be there now. >> >> > > > Ahh... accesability! You might be unwittingly loosening a cable end...
Guest Robert Baer Posted December 30, 2007 Posted December 30, 2007 Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded Brian A. wrote: > Looking at the connector straight-on, the flat side (top/bottom) with > the side ends extruding slightly past goes towards the male connector. > Also the matching pin holes will be closest to that edge. > > *What* "matching" pin holes? The connector looks perfectly symmetrical - that is to say, it looks the same with stripe to right or stripe to left.
Guest Brian A. Posted December 30, 2007 Posted December 30, 2007 Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question "PCR" <pcrrcp@netzero.net> wrote in message news:%23kdPrrpSIHA.3676@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl... > | > |> > |> SHEESH-- I mean ensure it is CHECKED! > | > | NOW you tell me! > > LOL. It rolled into my head from my pinky toe as I practiced standing on > my own head. That's a long way to go! The right leg of the R is deteriorating quickly and soon enough PCR will be PCP. -- Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Shell/User } Conflicts start where information lacks. http://basconotw.mvps.org/ Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375
Guest thanatoid Posted December 30, 2007 Posted December 30, 2007 Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question "DaffyD®" <daffyd@woohoo.com> wrote in news:uegg4zoSIHA.3676@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl: > Thanks, Robert. I did try plugging it in using every > configuration I could think of, including reversing the > ends, but still couldn't get it to work. I hate to think > about cracking open the box again but I'll give it a try. <SNIP> Are you the most successful troll ever or do you just appear to be one? -- The only cure for stupidity is death. The only cure for brilliance is death. The only cure for love is death. The only cure for hate is death. Indifference needs no cure. The only cure for life is death. {© 2007 thanatoid}
Guest Brian A. Posted December 30, 2007 Posted December 30, 2007 Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded "Robert Baer" <robertbaer@localnet.com> wrote in message news:13neb9klep39gea@corp.supernews.com... > Brian A. wrote: > >> Looking at the connector straight-on, the flat side (top/bottom) with the side >> ends extruding slightly past goes towards the male connector. Also the matching >> pin holes will be closest to that edge. >> >> > *What* "matching" pin holes? > The connector looks perfectly symmetrical - that is to say, it looks the same > with stripe to right or stripe to left. Not on any of the floppy power connectors I've ever used. Have a good look here: http://basconotw.mvps.org/inq1.htm -- Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Shell/User } Conflicts start where information lacks. http://basconotw.mvps.org/ Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375
Guest Robert Baer Posted December 30, 2007 Posted December 30, 2007 Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded Brian A. wrote: > "Robert Baer" <robertbaer@localnet.com> wrote in message > news:13neb9klep39gea@corp.supernews.com... > >> Brian A. wrote: >> >>> Looking at the connector straight-on, the flat side (top/bottom) >>> with the side ends extruding slightly past goes towards the male >>> connector. Also the matching pin holes will be closest to that edge. >>> >>> >> *What* "matching" pin holes? >> The connector looks perfectly symmetrical - that is to say, it looks >> the same with stripe to right or stripe to left. > > > Not on any of the floppy power connectors I've ever used. > Have a good look here: > http://basconotw.mvps.org/inq1.htm > > We were *NOT* talking about power cables; the stated problem stems from the way the controller cable is connected. *READ* the history................................
Guest Brian A. Posted December 30, 2007 Posted December 30, 2007 Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded "Robert Baer" <robertbaer@localnet.com> wrote in message news:13nephtoagdhr1f@corp.supernews.com... > Brian A. wrote: > >> "Robert Baer" <robertbaer@localnet.com> wrote in message >> news:13neb9klep39gea@corp.supernews.com... >> >>> Brian A. wrote: >>> >>>> Looking at the connector straight-on, the flat side (top/bottom) with the side >>>> ends extruding slightly past goes towards the male connector. Also the matching >>>> pin holes will be closest to that edge. >>>> >>>> >>> *What* "matching" pin holes? >>> The connector looks perfectly symmetrical - that is to say, it looks the same >>> with stripe to right or stripe to left. >> >> >> Not on any of the floppy power connectors I've ever used. >> Have a good look here: >> http://basconotw.mvps.org/inq1.htm >> >> > We were *NOT* talking about power cables; the stated problem stems from the way > the controller cable is connected. > *READ* the history................................ Get a clue and follow your own advice!! Both data and power cable/connector have been mentioned in the thread. -- Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Shell/User } Conflicts start where information lacks. http://basconotw.mvps.org/ Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375
Guest DaffyD® Posted December 30, 2007 Posted December 30, 2007 Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question Yes, the floppy was the only problem. Everything else is fine. I also checked the BIOS as well as starting in Safe Mode. Everything is a go. The only thing left to do is step inside the box. "PCR" <pcrrcp@netzero.net> wrote in message news:uiYKTopSIHA.5208@TK2MSFTNGP04.phx.gbl... > DaffyD® wrote: > | I'll give this a try and report back to the group. I may need to > | break into the box again which I hate to do since it's very old > | somewhat difficult to maneuver around inside without pulling out > | other power ribbon cables. I also need to unscrew expansion cards > | from the back of the box if I need to slide out the motherboard to > | give me even more room inside to poke around. > > OK. Yea, be careful in there. Go in only if all driver fiddling fails. > Then, ensure all is plugged in right on all the drives & cards & even > that the RAM is in secure. It could be some device other than the floppy > is plugged bad & is the actual culprit somehow. Also, try an alternative > power plug for the floppy, if within reach. Keep us informed. > > | "PCR" <pcrrcp@netzero.net> wrote in message > | news:eCZeAIBSIHA.3316@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl... > |> I think I must agree with the others, DaffyD®! You must unplug it & > |> stand on your head while plugging it in again! But, if that fails to > |> work... > |> > |> Right after replacing the power supply, was this the only hardware > |> problem that showed up? Did Windows have to redetect any drivers > |> during any boot after the power supply was replaced? > |> > |> If all else fails, it's worth a try to... > |> > |> Boot to Safe Mode (Hold F5 or Ctrl as you boot), &... > |> > |> (1) "Control Panel, System, Device Manager tab" > |> (2) Open the "Floppy disk controllers" branch. > |> > |> If there are more than one controller in this branch, you may > |> have a "ghost". Therefore, delete them all, & reboot to Normal Mode. > |> Point it to the folder that contains your .cabs, if asked. > |> > |> But, if there is already just one driver there, then... > |> > |> (3) D-Clk the controller that appears under it for Properties. > |> (Mine is "Standard Floppy Disk Controller".) > |> (4) At the Driver tab, click the "Update Driver" button. > |> (5) Click the "Next" button. > |> (6) Bolt "Display a list of drivers...", & click "Next". > |> (7) Bolt "Show all hardware". > |> > |> Examine the screen. Mine is "Standard floppy disk controllers" in the > |> Manufacturers (left) pane & "Standard Floppy Disk Controller" in the > |> Models (right) pane. But I have four other choices there in the left > |> pane-- including "Compaq". As one clicks them in the left pane, > |> descriptive info shows up in the right pane. Perhaps, state what you > |> see. It could be worthwhile to go to another and back to the original > |> just to shake things up. To switch, select one, & click "Next". > |> > |> (It seems odd mine is the Standard & not a Compaq controller. But, > |> all is working well, & I will let that be.) > |> > |> > |> -- > |> Thanks or Good Luck, > |> There may be humor in this post, and, > |> Naturally, you will not sue, > |> Should things get worse after this, > |> PCR > |> pcrrcp@netzero.net > |> > |> DaffyD® wrote: > |> | I'm running Win 98SE. I recently replaced the power supply on my > |> | computer, going from a 350W to 400W. After I plugged everything > |> | back in, the floppy disk drive kept turning like a cd drive and > |> | the fdd light on the front of the computer stayed on. Now, I've > |> | gone through almost all the tests--checking the Molex connector to > |> | be sure it's in there correctly; making sure the fdd ribbon cable > |> | red wire side is connected to pin 1. Making sure the power supply > |> | is in there properly. I tried flipping some connections around > |> | just to see if that would fix things--nothing. I even bought a new > |> | fdd and installed it, again making sure all connections were > |> | correct, and still had the same problem. I've disconnected the > |> | drive so that I don't hear that frustrating "whirring" sound and > |> | see the green LED stay lit. > |> | > |> | I don't know if installing the power supply damaged the fdd > |> | controller or what the deal is. The drive worked fine before the > |> | new PS. > |> | > |> | Oh, and thanks to all of you who responded to my first question. > |> | -- > |> | { : [|]=( DaffyD® > |> | > |> | If I knew where I was I'd be there now. > > -- > Thanks or Good Luck, > There may be humor in this post, and, > Naturally, you will not sue, > Should things get worse after this, > PCR > pcrrcp@netzero.net > >
Guest thanatoid Posted December 30, 2007 Posted December 30, 2007 Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded "Brian A." <gonefish'n@afarawaylake> wrote in news:#0CqqCuSIHA.5264@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl: > "Robert Baer" <robertbaer@localnet.com> wrote in message > news:13nephtoagdhr1f@corp.supernews.com... >> Brian A. wrote: >> >>> "Robert Baer" <robertbaer@localnet.com> wrote in message >>> news:13neb9klep39gea@corp.supernews.com... >>> >>>> Brian A. wrote: >>>> >>>>> Looking at the connector straight-on, the flat side >>>>> (top/bottom) with the side >>>>> ends extruding slightly past goes towards the male >>>>> connector. Also the matching pin holes will be closest >>>>> to that edge. >>>>> >>>>> >>>> *What* "matching" pin holes? >>>> The connector looks perfectly symmetrical - that is to >>>> say, it looks the same >>>> with stripe to right or stripe to left. >>> >>> >>> Not on any of the floppy power connectors I've ever >>> used. >>> Have a good look here: >>> http://basconotw.mvps.org/inq1.htm >>> >>> >> We were *NOT* talking about power cables; the stated >> problem stems from the way >> the controller cable is connected. >> *READ* the history................................ > > Get a clue and follow your own advice!! Both data and > power cable/connector have > been mentioned in the thread. The troll theory appears closer to final and official validation... -- The only cure for stupidity is death. The only cure for brilliance is death. The only cure for love is death. The only cure for hate is death. Indifference needs no cure. The only cure for life is death. {© 2007 thanatoid}
Guest DaffyD® Posted December 30, 2007 Posted December 30, 2007 Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question You are the most useless waste of space in all of creation. I would say that it's a miracle that you can breathe and think at the same time, but thinking is obviously not one of your basic functions. "thanatoid" <waiting@the.exit.invalid> wrote in message news:Xns9A162DEA2776thanexit@66.250.146.158... > "DaffyD®" <daffyd@woohoo.com> wrote in > news:uegg4zoSIHA.3676@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl: > > > Thanks, Robert. I did try plugging it in using every > > configuration I could think of, including reversing the > > ends, but still couldn't get it to work. I hate to think > > about cracking open the box again but I'll give it a try. > > <SNIP> > > Are you the most successful troll ever or do you just appear to > be one? > > -- > The only cure for stupidity is death. > The only cure for brilliance is death. > The only cure for love is death. > The only cure for hate is death. > Indifference needs no cure. > The only cure for life is death. > {© 2007 thanatoid}
Guest DaffyD® Posted December 30, 2007 Posted December 30, 2007 Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded Hey--in some fluke of nature, you guessed my personality type: Thinking Rational Organized Logical Liberal. Your personality type is scum. If you had any friends, no that's stupid, you have no friends. No need to wonder why. No need to waste further comment on you. You're blocked from now on. "thanatoid" <waiting@the.exit.invalid> wrote in message news:Xns9A167F345645thanexit@66.250.146.158... > "Brian A." <gonefish'n@afarawaylake> wrote in > news:#0CqqCuSIHA.5264@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl: > > > "Robert Baer" <robertbaer@localnet.com> wrote in message > > news:13nephtoagdhr1f@corp.supernews.com... > >> Brian A. wrote: > >> > >>> "Robert Baer" <robertbaer@localnet.com> wrote in message > >>> news:13neb9klep39gea@corp.supernews.com... > >>> > >>>> Brian A. wrote: > >>>> > >>>>> Looking at the connector straight-on, the flat side > >>>>> (top/bottom) with the side > >>>>> ends extruding slightly past goes towards the male > >>>>> connector. Also the matching pin holes will be closest > >>>>> to that edge. > >>>>> > >>>>> > >>>> *What* "matching" pin holes? > >>>> The connector looks perfectly symmetrical - that is to > >>>> say, it looks the same > >>>> with stripe to right or stripe to left. > >>> > >>> > >>> Not on any of the floppy power connectors I've ever > >>> used. > >>> Have a good look here: > >>> http://basconotw.mvps.org/inq1.htm > >>> > >>> > >> We were *NOT* talking about power cables; the stated > >> problem stems from the way > >> the controller cable is connected. > >> *READ* the history................................ > > > > Get a clue and follow your own advice!! Both data and > > power cable/connector have > > been mentioned in the thread. > > The troll theory appears closer to final and official > validation... > > > -- > The only cure for stupidity is death. > The only cure for brilliance is death. > The only cure for love is death. > The only cure for hate is death. > Indifference needs no cure. > The only cure for life is death. > {© 2007 thanatoid}
Guest thanatoid Posted December 30, 2007 Posted December 30, 2007 Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question "DaffyD®" <daffyd@woohoo.com> wrote in news:OBydOLxSIHA.5288@TK2MSFTNGP04.phx.gbl: > You are the most useless waste of space in all of creation. > I would say that it's a miracle that you can breathe and > think at the same time I am MOST impressed. You may be an annoying troll, but HOW did you know I stop breathing when I think? (Makes it a /bit/ inconvenient to think long thoughts.) > but thinking is obviously not one > of your basic functions. No, YOU are the expert on thinking as this thread clearly proves. Thank you for top-posting, BTW. -- The only cure for stupidity is death. The only cure for brilliance is death. The only cure for love is death. The only cure for hate is death. Indifference needs no cure. The only cure for life is death. {© 2007 thanatoid}
Guest thanaduffy Posted December 30, 2007 Posted December 30, 2007 Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded "DaffyD®" <daffyd@woohoo.com> wrote in news:eJWiiQxSIHA.4476@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl: > Hey--in some fluke of nature, you guessed my personality > type: Thinking Rational Organized Logical Liberal. > > Your personality type is scum. If you had any friends, no > that's stupid, you have no friends. No need to wonder why. > No need to waste further comment on you. You're blocked > from now on. Re-posted for your convenience. (The term is "killfiled" or "plonked", BTW {by the way}.) Newsgroups: rocketsmall:microsoft.public.win98.gen_discussion Subject: Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question To: "DaffyD®" <daffyd@woohoo.com> "DaffyD®" <daffyd@woohoo.com> wrote in news:OBydOLxSIHA.5288@TK2MSFTNGP04.phx.gbl: > You are the most useless waste of space in all of creation. > I would say that it's a miracle that you can breathe and > think at the same time I am MOST impressed. You may be an annoying troll, but HOW did you know I stop breathing when I think? (Makes it a /bit/ inconvenient to think long thoughts.) > but thinking is obviously not one > of your basic functions. No, YOU are the expert on thinking as this thread clearly proves. Thank you for top-posting, BTW. -- The only cure for stupidity is death. The only cure for brilliance is death. The only cure for love is death. The only cure for hate is death. Indifference needs no cure. The only cure for life is death. {© 2007 thanatoid}
Guest PCR Posted December 30, 2007 Posted December 30, 2007 Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question Brian A. wrote: | "PCR" <pcrrcp@netzero.net> wrote in message | news:%23kdPrrpSIHA.3676@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl... |> | |> |> |> |> SHEESH-- I mean ensure it is CHECKED! |> | |> | NOW you tell me! |> |> LOL. It rolled into my head from my pinky toe as I practiced |> standing on my own head. That's a long way to go! | | The right leg of the R is deteriorating quickly and soon enough PCR | will be PCP. Uh-uh! It was JUST standing on it's head a while... ÿ..! | -- | | Brian A. Sesko { MS MVP_Shell/User } | Conflicts start where information lacks. | http://basconotw.mvps.org/ | | Suggested posting do's/don'ts: http://www.dts-l.org/goodpost.htm | How to ask a question: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/555375 -- Thanks or Good Luck, There may be humor in this post, and, Naturally, you will not sue, Should things get worse after this, PCR pcrrcp@netzero.net
Guest PCR Posted December 30, 2007 Posted December 30, 2007 Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question DaffyD® wrote: | Yes, the floppy was the only problem. Everything else is fine. I also | checked the BIOS as well as starting in Safe Mode. Everything is a | go. The only thing left to do is step inside the box. Hmm. OK. Too bad. In you go, then. It might be as the others said-- plugged in wrong, bent pin, cracked motherboard, etc. Keep us informed. How tough would it be to go back to the smaller power supply, in case the floppies were somehow sensitive to that? | "PCR" <pcrrcp@netzero.net> wrote in message | news:uiYKTopSIHA.5208@TK2MSFTNGP04.phx.gbl... |> DaffyD® wrote: |> | I'll give this a try and report back to the group. I may need to |> | break into the box again which I hate to do since it's very old |> | somewhat difficult to maneuver around inside without pulling out |> | other power ribbon cables. I also need to unscrew expansion cards |> | from the back of the box if I need to slide out the motherboard to |> | give me even more room inside to poke around. |> |> OK. Yea, be careful in there. Go in only if all driver fiddling |> fails. Then, ensure all is plugged in right on all the drives & |> cards & even that the RAM is in secure. It could be some device |> other than the floppy is plugged bad & is the actual culprit |> somehow. Also, try an alternative power plug for the floppy, if |> within reach. Keep us informed. |> |> | "PCR" <pcrrcp@netzero.net> wrote in message |> | news:eCZeAIBSIHA.3316@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl... |> |> I think I must agree with the others, DaffyD®! You must unplug it |> |> & stand on your head while plugging it in again! But, if that |> |> fails to work... |> |> |> |> Right after replacing the power supply, was this the only hardware |> |> problem that showed up? Did Windows have to redetect any drivers |> |> during any boot after the power supply was replaced? |> |> |> |> If all else fails, it's worth a try to... |> |> |> |> Boot to Safe Mode (Hold F5 or Ctrl as you boot), &... |> |> |> |> (1) "Control Panel, System, Device Manager tab" |> |> (2) Open the "Floppy disk controllers" branch. |> |> |> |> If there are more than one controller in this branch, you |> |> may have a "ghost". Therefore, delete them all, & reboot to |> |> Normal Mode. Point it to the folder that contains your .cabs, if |> |> asked. |> |> |> |> But, if there is already just one driver there, then... |> |> |> |> (3) D-Clk the controller that appears under it for Properties. |> |> (Mine is "Standard Floppy Disk Controller".) |> |> (4) At the Driver tab, click the "Update Driver" button. |> |> (5) Click the "Next" button. |> |> (6) Bolt "Display a list of drivers...", & click "Next". |> |> (7) Bolt "Show all hardware". |> |> |> |> Examine the screen. Mine is "Standard floppy disk controllers" in |> |> the Manufacturers (left) pane & "Standard Floppy Disk Controller" |> |> in the Models (right) pane. But I have four other choices there |> |> in the left pane-- including "Compaq". As one clicks them in the |> |> left pane, descriptive info shows up in the right pane. Perhaps, |> |> state what you see. It could be worthwhile to go to another and |> |> back to the original just to shake things up. To switch, select |> |> one, & click "Next". |> |> |> |> (It seems odd mine is the Standard & not a Compaq controller. But, |> |> all is working well, & I will let that be.) |> |> |> |> |> |> -- |> |> Thanks or Good Luck, |> |> There may be humor in this post, and, |> |> Naturally, you will not sue, |> |> Should things get worse after this, |> |> PCR |> |> pcrrcp@netzero.net |> |> |> |> DaffyD® wrote: |> |> | I'm running Win 98SE. I recently replaced the power supply on my |> |> | computer, going from a 350W to 400W. After I plugged everything |> |> | back in, the floppy disk drive kept turning like a cd drive and |> |> | the fdd light on the front of the computer stayed on. Now, I've |> |> | gone through almost all the tests--checking the Molex connector |> |> | to be sure it's in there correctly; making sure the fdd ribbon |> |> | cable red wire side is connected to pin 1. Making sure the |> |> | power supply is in there properly. I tried flipping some |> |> | connections around just to see if that would fix |> |> | things--nothing. I even bought a new fdd and installed it, |> |> | again making sure all connections were correct, and still had |> |> | the same problem. I've disconnected the drive so that I don't |> |> | hear that frustrating "whirring" sound and see the green LED |> |> | stay lit. |> |> | |> |> | I don't know if installing the power supply damaged the fdd |> |> | controller or what the deal is. The drive worked fine before the |> |> | new PS. |> |> | |> |> | Oh, and thanks to all of you who responded to my first question. |> |> | -- |> |> | { : [|]=( DaffyD® |> |> | |> |> | If I knew where I was I'd be there now. |> |> -- |> Thanks or Good Luck, |> There may be humor in this post, and, |> Naturally, you will not sue, |> Should things get worse after this, |> PCR |> pcrrcp@netzero.net -- Thanks or Good Luck, There may be humor in this post, and, Naturally, you will not sue, Should things get worse after this, PCR pcrrcp@netzero.net
Guest glee Posted December 31, 2007 Posted December 31, 2007 Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded "Robert Baer" <robertbaer@localnet.com> wrote in message news:13nephtoagdhr1f@corp.supernews.com... > Brian A. wrote: > >> "Robert Baer" <robertbaer@localnet.com> wrote in message >> news:13neb9klep39gea@corp.supernews.com... >> >>> Brian A. wrote: >>> >>>> Looking at the connector straight-on, the flat side (top/bottom) with the side >>>> ends extruding slightly past goes towards the male connector. Also the >>>> matching pin holes will be closest to that edge. >>>> >>>> >>> *What* "matching" pin holes? >>> The connector looks perfectly symmetrical - that is to say, it looks the same >>> with stripe to right or stripe to left. >> >> >> Not on any of the floppy power connectors I've ever used. >> Have a good look here: >> http://basconotw.mvps.org/inq1.htm >> >> > We were *NOT* talking about power cables; the stated problem stems from the way > the controller cable is connected. > *READ* the history................................ <sigh> Robert, we are referring to both the data cable and the floppy power cable (referred to here inaccurately as "molex") in this thread. Brian responded to Daffy's question about my comment below: "glee" wrote in message news:ufbo%23TQSIHA.2268@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl... > snip > Also, make sure the molex power cable is connected right side up and firmly > seated. > snip -- Glen Ventura, MS MVP Shell/User, A+ http://dts-l.net/ http://dts-l.net/goodpost.htm
Guest DaffyD® Posted January 12, 2008 Posted January 12, 2008 Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded "thanaduffy" <waiting@the.pond.invalid> wrote in message news:Xns9A169FBF36EA2thanexit@66.250.146.158... > "DaffyD®" <daffyd@woohoo.com> wrote in > news:eJWiiQxSIHA.4476@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl: > > > Hey--in some fluke of nature, you guessed my personality > > type: Thinking Rational Organized Logical Liberal. > > > > Your personality type is scum. If you had any friends, no > > that's stupid, you have no friends. No need to wonder why. > > No need to waste further comment on you. You're blocked > > from now on. > > Re-posted for your convenience. (The term is "killfiled" or > "plonked", BTW {by the way}.) > > Newsgroups: rocketsmall:microsoft.public.win98.gen_discussion > Subject: Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question > To: "DaffyD®" <daffyd@woohoo.com> > > "DaffyD®" <daffyd@woohoo.com> wrote in > news:OBydOLxSIHA.5288@TK2MSFTNGP04.phx.gbl: > > > You are the most useless waste of space in all of creation. > > I would say that it's a miracle that you can breathe and > > think at the same time > > I am MOST impressed. You may be an annoying troll, but HOW did > you know I stop breathing when I think? (Makes it a /bit/ > inconvenient to think long thoughts.) > > > but thinking is obviously not one > > of your basic functions. > > No, YOU are the expert on thinking as this thread clearly > proves. > > Thank you for top-posting, BTW. > > > -- > The only cure for stupidity is death. > The only cure for brilliance is death. > The only cure for love is death. > The only cure for hate is death. > Indifference needs no cure. > The only cure for life is death. > {© 2007 thanatoid} <Yawn> -- { : [|]=( DaffyD® If I knew where I was I'd be there now.
Guest DaffyD® Posted January 12, 2008 Posted January 12, 2008 Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded "glee" <glee29@spamindspring.com> wrote in message news:ujyouJ1SIHA.280@TK2MSFTNGP03.phx.gbl... > "Robert Baer" <robertbaer@localnet.com> wrote in message > news:13nephtoagdhr1f@corp.supernews.com... > > Brian A. wrote: > > > >> "Robert Baer" <robertbaer@localnet.com> wrote in message > >> news:13neb9klep39gea@corp.supernews.com... > >> > >>> Brian A. wrote: > >>> > >>>> Looking at the connector straight-on, the flat side (top/bottom) with the side > >>>> ends extruding slightly past goes towards the male connector. Also the > >>>> matching pin holes will be closest to that edge. > >>>> > >>>> > >>> *What* "matching" pin holes? > >>> The connector looks perfectly symmetrical - that is to say, it looks the same > >>> with stripe to right or stripe to left. > >> > >> > >> Not on any of the floppy power connectors I've ever used. > >> Have a good look here: > >> http://basconotw.mvps.org/inq1.htm > >> > >> > > We were *NOT* talking about power cables; the stated problem stems from the way > > the controller cable is connected. > > *READ* the history................................ > > <sigh> Robert, we are referring to both the data cable and the floppy power cable > (referred to here inaccurately as "molex") in this thread. > > Brian responded to Daffy's question about my comment below: > "glee" wrote in message news:ufbo%23TQSIHA.2268@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl... > > snip > > Also, make sure the molex power cable is connected right side up and firmly > > seated. > > snip > -- > Glen Ventura, MS MVP Shell/User, A+ > http://dts-l.net/ > http://dts-l.net/goodpost.htm > On my system, the molex connector will connect rightside up or upside down. I've tried it both ways with the same result. I'm looking at a possible controller problem now. I'm sorry to say that I have more than one thread going on this issue. I'll report back here as well. -- { : [|]=( DaffyD® If I knew where I was I'd be there now.
Guest Ben Myers Posted January 12, 2008 Posted January 12, 2008 Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded "DaffyD®" <daffyd@woohoo.com> wrote in message news:#WYoJ3LVIHA.1188@TK2MSFTNGP04.phx.gbl... <snip> > On my system, the molex connector will connect rightside up or upside down. > I've tried it both ways with the same result. I'm looking at a possible > controller problem now. I'm sorry to say that I have more than one thread > going on this issue. I'll report back here as well. The power supply cable carries two voltages,12 volts for the drive motor and 5 volts for the electronics. If it is connected in reverse, the 12 volt line is applied to the electronics, which may cause permanent damage. I suggest you try a known good floppy drive, making sure to connect the cable correctly. Ben
Guest DaffyD® Posted January 15, 2008 Posted January 15, 2008 Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded Thanks, Ben. I connected it both ways with the same result. "Ben Myers" <benjmyers@mindR-e-m-o-v-Espring.com> wrote in message news:uDleuZSVIHA.4476@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl... "DaffyD®" <daffyd@woohoo.com> wrote in message news:#WYoJ3LVIHA.1188@TK2MSFTNGP04.phx.gbl... <snip> > On my system, the molex connector will connect rightside up or upside down. > I've tried it both ways with the same result. I'm looking at a possible > controller problem now. I'm sorry to say that I have more than one thread > going on this issue. I'll report back here as well. The power supply cable carries two voltages,12 volts for the drive motor and 5 volts for the electronics. If it is connected in reverse, the 12 volt line is applied to the electronics, which may cause permanent damage. I suggest you try a known good floppy drive, making sure to connect the cable correctly. Ben
Guest Ben Myers Posted January 15, 2008 Posted January 15, 2008 Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded Re: OK--The Floppy Disk Drive Question--Reply To All Who Responded > "Ben Myers" <benjmyers@mindR-e-m-o-v-Espring.com> wrote in message > news:uDleuZSVIHA.4476@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl... > The power supply cable carries two voltages,12 volts for the drive motor > and 5 volts for the electronics. If it is connected in reverse, the 12 volt > line is applied to the electronics, which may cause permanent damage. > I suggest you try a known good floppy drive, making sure to connect > the cable correctly. "DaffyD®" <daffyd@woohoo.com> wrote in message news:O6HsFixVIHA.4740@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl... > Thanks, Ben. > I connected it both ways with the same result. If the floppy drive was connected wrong the first time, it may have been damaged and might not work now even if connected properly. If you decide to try another drive, I suggest you do everything possible to make sure it is plugged in correctly before turning the computer on. Ben
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