Floppy disc problems with your motherboard are easy to solve.
Attaching a floppy disc to your motherboard is a simple process. Regardless of manufacturer, the floppy disc device is installed and operated using the same method. If you are having problems with the floppy disc connection to your motherboard, there are a few quick items to check.
Floppy Cable Installation
A floppy disc device uses a 34-pin cable with multiple connections. Attach your floppy drive to an available connector according to whether or not the device is 3.5 inches or 5.25 inches. If you are using a single drive, use only the floppy connector at the end of the cable. Connect the motherboard end of the floppy cable to the motherboard. Check the pin orientations before insertion to ensure proper attachment.
Power Connections
Floppy drives have a single, 4-pin molex power connector. Look on your floppy drive and compare the notch on the power connector to the power input on the device. The power connector only fits properly in one direction due to a safety notch built into the cable. Verify the power cable is inserted in the correct direction.
Motherboard Floppy Connection
Using your motherboard manual, locate the socket dedicated to the floppy cable. Attach the motherboard end of the cable to the motherboard. Apply even, but gentle, pressure when inserting the cable, making sure it is fully seated in the socket. Check all connections before powering on your computer.
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