Iomega Zip Drive Appears Twice in My Computer (136659)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 95
This article was previously published under Q136659

SYMPTOMS

When you open My Computer, an Iomega Zip Drive connected to a parallel port may appear twice, once as a floppy disk drive, and once as a removable media drive. Both icons provide access to the Iomega Zip Drive.

CAUSE

Both the real- and protected-mode drivers for the drive are loaded.

RESOLUTION

Disable the real-mode driver for the Iomega Zip Drive. For information about how to do so, please consult the drive's documentation or manufacturer.

MORE INFORMATION

The Iomega Zip Drive is a removable media drive that connects to an external SCSI port or a parallel port.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:12/17/2000
Keywords:KB136659
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