Sony MSFD-20U Users Guide User Manual

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List of AccessoriesWhen you unpack the carton, make sure that it contains all the accessorieslisted below.If anything is missing or damaged, contact your retailer.• MSFD-20U • Driver Software CD-ROM• User’s Guide• Setup GuideSpecificationsFloppy disk driveData transfer rate2HD 1 M bps Max.2DD 500 K bps Max.Compatible disks3.5-in. 2HD (1.44 MB, 1.2 MB)3.5-in. 2DD (720 KB)“Memory Stick” slotData transfer rateUp to 500 KB/s** Maximum read and write speeds dependon the capabilities of the computer andthe type of “Memory Stick” used.Compatible “Memory Stick”“Memory Stick”“MagicGate Memory Stick”InterfaceUSB 2.0 Full-Speed(compatible with USB 1.1)Operating and storageenvironmentsTemperature rangeOperating temperature 5°C to 35°CStorage temperature –20°C to 55°CRelative humidityOperating humidity 20% to 80%(No condensation)Storage humidity 15% to 90%(No condensation)Power supply/MiscellaneousPower supplyDC + 5 V (supplied by the USBconnector)Power consumption0.5 A (2.5W)SizeApprox. 104 × 24.3 × 143 mm(W × H × D, excluding projections)MassApprox. 350 gThese specifications and theappearance of the product are subject tochange without notice.Names and Functions of Parts1234561 USB ConnectorConnect to the USB connectorof your computer.2 Eject ButtonPress this button to remove thefloppy disk.3 Floppy Disk SlotInsert the floppy disk here.4 Floppy Disk BusyIndicatorWhen data on a floppy disk isaccessed, the indicator lights.5 “Memory Stick” BusyIndicatorWhen you insert a “MemoryStick” into the “Memory Stick”slot, the indicator lights. Whendata on the “Memory Stick” isaccessed, the indicator flashes.6 “Memory Stick” SlotInsert the “Memory Stick” here.System RequirementsThe drive can be used with acomputer with the followingspecifications:❏ CPU: Pentium II 400 MHz orfaster❏ RAM: 64 MB or more❏ OS: Windows 98 Second Edition(Windows 98 SE)Windows 2000 Professional(Windows 2000)Windows Millennium Edition(Windows Me)Windows XP Home EditionWindows XP Professional(Windows XP)❏ Computer with a USBconnector❏ Computer with a CD-ROMdrive (used to install the driversoftware)∗ Not supported by the NEC PC98 series.IntroductionThe MSFD-20U (hereafter referredto as the “drive”) has the followingfeatures:❏ Floppy disk drive with a 2×read/write speed.❏ Comes equipped with a“Memory Stick” slot.❏ The drive is powered by yourcomputer’s USB connector, sothere is no need to connect it toan external power source.❏ Has a compact, lightweightdesign for portability.Usage NotesUsage with other USBdevicesBecause the drive is a high-powered device (bus-powered;draws 500 mA of current or less), itmay malfunction if the power fromthe computer is not stable.Therefore, the drive operation isnot guaranteed in the followingsituations.• When using the drive at the sametime as other high-powered USBdevices such as hard disks, CD-ROM drives, scanners, andprinters.• When multiple drives areconnected at the same time.• When using the drive at the sametime as a bus-powered hub.• When you insert a “MemoryStick” at the same time a floppydisk is being accessed. (Beforeinserting a “Memory Stick” makesure that the floppy disk busyindicator is off.)Connection to the USB hub• Connect the drive directly to yourcomputer’s USB connector (roothub). Operation is not guaranteedwhen you connect the drive toother bus-powered hubs such askeyboard hubs.TroubleshootingBefore consulting your Sony representative, verify the following. If you arestill unable to identify or solve your problem, consult your retailer or Sonyrepresentative.ProblemThe computer does notdetect the drive.Under Widows Me, 2000,and 98 SE, the “MemoryStick” Reader/Writer icon isnot displayed in the “MyComputer” window whenthe drive is connected.Cannot insert a floppy diskor “Memory Stick” into thedrive.Cause/Solutiont Your computer and the drive may not beproperly connected. Disconnect the drive fromthe computer and reconnect it.t In Windows Me, 2000, and 98 SE, the “MemoryStick” Reader/Writer appears as a “RemovableDisk” icon.t You may be trying to insert a floppy disk or“Memory Stick” in the wrong direction. Makesure that you insert them in the correct direction.Disconnection from thecomputerThe drive can be connected anddisconnected to your computerwhile it is on. However, beforedisconnecting the drive withWindows XP, 2000, and Me, youmust click the taskbar icon andperform the procedure to stop andremove the hardware below.• Windows XP/2000Stop “Sony USB Floppy” and“Sony MS Reader/Writer”.• Windows MeStop “USB Floppy” and “USBDisk”.Operating and storageenvironments• Do not place the drive close toheat sources or in direct sunlight;place it in dusty, dirty, or humidlocations; place it underprecipitation such as rain; orleave it in a vehicle with thewindows closed.• If the drive interferes with thereception of radio or televisionsignals, move the drive awayfrom the radio or television.• When using the drive, do notwrap it in cloth, sheets or coversas this may be the cause ofmalfunctions or fire.User’s Guide4-667-170-12(1)MSFD-20UUSB 2x SpeedFloppy Disk Drivewith “Memory Stick” Slot 2002 Sony Corporation Printed in ChinaBefore you use the drive for the first time, you mustinstall the driver software on your computer. Beforeconnecting the drive to your computer for the first time,make sure that you perform the procedures outlined in theSetup Guide.Inserting and Removing “Memory Stick”To Insert a “Memory Stick”CAUTION• Make sure that the floppy disk busy indicator is off before inserting a “Memory Stick”. Insertinga “Memory Stick” while the floppy disk busy indicator is on may cause the drive to malfunction.• Do not insert a “Memory Stick” into the floppy disk slot.• Make sure that the “Memory Stick” is inserted in the correct direction. Inserting a “MemoryStick” in the wrong direction may damage the “Memory Stick” slot and/or “Memory Stick”.1 Make sure that the floppydisk busy indicator is off,and then insert the“Memory Stick” into the“Memory Stick” slot.Insert the “Memory Stick” untilyou hear a click.To Remove a “Memory Stick”CAUTIONMake sure that the “Memory Stick” busy indicator is off before removing the “Memory Stick”.Removing the “Memory Stick” while the indicator is on may cause loss of data.1 Make sure that the“Memory Stick” busyindicator is off, and thenpush the “Memory Stick”.2 Move your hand away andremove the “MemoryStick”.When you move your handaway, the “Memory Stick” ispartially ejected so that you canremove it from the slot.Floppy disk busyindicatorInsert in thedirection of v“Memory Stick” busy indicatorTo Remove a Floppy DiskCAUTIONMake sure that the floppy disk busy indicator is off before removing the floppy disk. Removingthe floppy disk while the indicator is on may cause loss of data.1 Make sure that the floppydisk busy indicator is off,and then press the ejectbutton.The floppy disk is ejected.2 Remove the floppy diskfrom the drive.Inserting and Removing Floppy DisksTo Insert a Floppy Disk1 Insert the floppy disk intothe floppy disk slot.Push until the floppy disk is fullyinserted.Eject buttonFloppy disk busyindicator

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