220-801 · Question #133
When installing a floppy drive data cable, it is important for a technician to ensure which of the following? (Select TWO).
The correct answer is A. Availability of compatible power connectors E. Proper orientation of the data cable. Installing a floppy drive requires verifying the correct power connector type and ensuring the data cable is oriented with pin 1 aligned properly to avoid damage.
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When installing a floppy drive data cable, it is important for a technician to ensure which of the following? (Select TWO).
Options
- AAvailability of compatible power connectors
- BAdequate hard drive capacity
- CCorrect CPU clock speeds
- DCorrect Master/Slave jumper settings
- EProper orientation of the data cable
How the community answered
(29 responses)- A86% (25)
- B7% (2)
- C3% (1)
- D3% (1)
Why each option
Installing a floppy drive requires verifying the correct power connector type and ensuring the data cable is oriented with pin 1 aligned properly to avoid damage.
Floppy drives require a small 4-pin Berg (mini-Molex) power connector, which may not be present on all PSUs - verifying availability before installation is essential.
Hard drive capacity has no bearing on floppy drive installation, as they are entirely separate storage subsystems.
CPU clock speed is unrelated to the physical installation of a floppy drive data cable.
Master/Slave jumper settings apply to IDE/PATA hard drives and optical drives, not to floppy drives, which use a dedicated controller interface.
Floppy ribbon cables must be connected with pin 1 aligned to the red stripe on the cable; incorrect orientation can prevent the drive from functioning or damage components.
Concept tested: Floppy drive installation requirements
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