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--- In emulatorII-list@yahoogroups.com, "Gil" <gilwe@...> wrote:
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> Now we need to get it work :)

Just to further clarify what has already been said: When powered on with a latched disk in either drive, the E-II should boot on its own. Top or bottom drive makes no difference; it should locate and auto-boot from either one on a dual floppy E-II.

When powered on -without- a disk in the drives, the display message should quickly change from "Boot in Progress" to "Insert Diskette", and both drive status LEDs should begin flashing in an alternate pattern. If your display message doesnt change, and your drive LEDs never get lit, it may not be seeing the drives.

If you are knowledgeable working on electronics (dont get zapped!), do as Elm suggested: Inspect, remove, and clean all floppy drive data & power cable connections (Deoxit and q-tips may help). Then hit the drives with compressed air to remove any built up dust or debris. Reconnect everything and look for improved/changed behavior.

PS: Whenever the E-II is transported, remember to latch scrap disks in both drives to avoid damage.