APPENDIX
C
Error
Messages
(continued)
Load Error (press Esc key to retry)
Explanation/Action: The DOS programs failed to load. Make
sure either that you have the DOS programs recorded on fixed
disk or that you have the DOS diskette installed and the door
of
the diskette drive closed. Then press the ESCAPE
(Es")
key.
If
you are using a diskette and you have to do
this several times before your
DOS
programs load success-
fully, your diskette may be damaged. Try copying the DOS
programs onto a new diskette.
Corrupted Partition Table
Error Loading
DOS
Invalid
Boot
Record
ExplanatiodAction: Each of the above messages indicates a
fundamental error in the organization
of
data on the fixed
disk drive. Partial recovery of the lost data can sometimes
be achieved by running the PART command. In any event,
the permanent solution may require complete reformatting of
the fixed disk drive (LLFDFMT followed by PART and then
FORMAT).
No
Active Partition
ExplanatiordAction: This message indicates either of two
conditions: a) no partitions have been created, or b) existing
partitions are not active.
You
will have to use the PART
command either a) to create new partitions, or b) to activate
existing partitions.
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