First of all, you should find out how to activate the BIOS..
I'm sure somebody at the list knows how; then, I think, you
have to check  that your "A:" drive boots first; and if
this doesn't work, try to replace A:

<> Max Timchenko [MaxVT]
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On Fri, 16 Apr 1999, Jon Schwartz wrote:

> Pardon this question if it seems trivial, I'm a rookie at this......
>
> The Pentium PC (Dell Optiplex GL 575) has had the 540MB hard-drive erased
> by the previous owner.  When I turn it on it tickles the Hdd then the
> A-drive.  I get a Bios name message on the screen, an accurate RAM count
> and a flashing cursor, but no C: prompt.  Booting with a DOS 6.22 #1 disk
> does nothing, it won't read it.  The A-drive light stays on during the boot
> after it's tickled, and also if I remove the DOS disk.  I've tapped the F2,
> Del, and F8 keys but cannot access the BIOS.  Any thoughts, Wizards?  All
> appears to be working inside.. fans, power supply, etc.
>
> /Jon Schwartz
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