Setting the write-protect switch
The removable disk drives have a red, write-protect tab that is located on the back of the drive. To
write-protect a drive, slide the write-protect tab toward the lock symbol. To disengage write protection,
slide the tab to the unlock symbol.
Using the emergency eject function
To normally eject a removable disk drive, press the eject button, wait for the eject button to stop flashing
green and for the removable disk drive to be ejected. If a drive is stuck and does not eject, the drive and
the dock need service. Complete the following steps to eject the cartridge:
1. Prepare the system for servicing by following the instructions at: Preparing the system to remove and
replace an internal RDX docking station (FC EUA3) in the system with the power turned off.
2. Insert a large straightened paper clip (or similar object) into the emergency eject hole. Do not insert
the object in the hole at an angle. Keep the object straight and apply some force to eject the drive.
3. When the drive has been ejected by the docking station, grasp the exposed sides of the drive and pull
the drive straight out.
4. Prepare the system for operation by following the instructions at: Preparing the system for operation
after removing and replacing an internal RDX docking station (FC EUA3) and removable disk drive.
Status lights
Learn about the power indicator and drive indicator status lights on theinternal RDX docking station (FC
EUA3).
Power indicator
The eject button is illuminated by a power indicator light. The following table describes the operation of
the power indicator.
Table 10. Power indicator
Indicator status Meaning Description
Off No power Docking station does not have power
supply.
Steady green Ready Power is on and the docking station
is working correctly.
Flashing green Ejecting Cartridge is ejecting.
Flashing amber Fault Docking station has detected a fault
condition with the docking station.
Removable disk drive indicator
The disk drive has an indicator light that displays the status of the drive. The following table describes
the operation of the drive indicator.
Table 11. Cartridge indicator
Indicator status Meaning Description
Off Not ready Drive is not inserted correctly or the
docking station has no power supply.
Steady green Ready Drive is ready.
Flashing green Activity Drive is reading, writing, or seeking.
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