I have the same problem as Sam. I tried the paper clip JAX suggested - that didn't work. Besides buying a new drive, any other ideas?

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|I have the same problem as Sam. I tried the paper clip JAX suggested - that didn't work. Besides buying a
new drive, any other ideas?