Error: Windows cannot format this disk...(due to write-protection).

Error:


Windows cannot format this disk because it is write-protected.

Cause:


The floppy diskette is write-protected.

Solution:


Remove the diskette, remove or slide the write-protection tab, reinsert the diskette, and click 'Retry'.
Write-protect error
NOTE: If this does not solve the problem, the diskette could be corrupt, and another diskette should be used.