Empty drives

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From: paulb
Date: Thu, 22 Nov 1990 17:25

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I've got a small problem with windows.  Whenever a program tries to
access an empty floppy drive, I get a dialog box telling me that the
drive isn't ready.  Whatever option I choose, the system locks up (like
completely - no three fingered salute or anything).

Any ideas anyone?

Paul

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