Specifications

The added storage capacity makes it easy to move back and

forth between different programs and data files. However,

because it is so easy to add programs and files to your hard disk,

you may find yourself trying to organize hundreds of files.

MS-DOS lets you keep related files together in directories and

subdirectories so they are easier to find and use.

Backing up hard disk files

While the hard disk is very reliable, it is essential to back up

your hard disk files to diskettes in case you lose some data

accidentally. Make copies of all your system and application

program diskettes before copying the programs to the hard disk.

After you create data files on the hard disk, be sure to copy

them to diskettes whenever you revise them to keep your

backup diskettes up-todate.

You can see the more detailed information of backing up hard

disk files in Chapter 6.

Preparing the hard disk for moving

Before you move the computer, you need to secure the

read/write heads inside the hard disk drive. Securing the

read/write heads moves them to a region of the disk surface

that does not contain data, and locks them in position. This

prevents the disk from being damaged if it is bumped

accidentally.

To secure the read/write heads for moving, run the TGSHIP

program.

Follow these steps to run TGSHIP:

Exit any program you are using to the MS-DOS command

prompt is on the screen.

Insert the MS-DOS diskette in drive A.

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