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Page 3 - Contents; Part 1: Quick installation guide; iii

Contents Safety: Read first . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v Product registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi About this book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi Part 1: Quick installation guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Page 7 - Product description

Part 1: Quick installation guide This guide contains installation instructions in an abbreviated form. Ifyou are knowledgeable about IDE products and experienced ininstalling options, use these instructions to quickly install yourCD-ReWritable drive. For detailed operating instructions, go to “Part2...

Page 8 - Software description; Note: The software included in this option kit does not enable the; Installation requirements; Documentation; IDE bus adapter

Blank CD-RW discBlank CD-R discEasy CD Creator/DirectCD software packageIBM 2X/4X/24X CD-ReWritable Drive Option DisketteLaser Safety Guide for CD-ROMs Contact your place of purchase if an item is missing or damaged. Besure to retain your proof of purchase. It might be required to receivewarranty se...

Page 10 - Installing the drive; Step 1. Opening the computer

Installing the drive The instructions in this section are general guidelines that apply tomost computers. For specific information on installing a drive in yourcomputer, see the documentation that comes with your computer. Step 1. Opening the computer 1. Turn off the computer and all attached device...

Page 11 - Step 4. Mounting the drive in the bay

Use the following guidelines to determine the correct configuration foryour CD-RW drive. Configure the CD-ReWritable drive as a Master if it will be the only device connected to an IDE cable. (This is the presetconfiguration.) Configure the CD-ReWritable drive as a Slave if it will be the second dev...

Page 14 - Formatting CDs

7. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. Repeat as necessary to install each of the Easy CD Creator,DirectCD, and UDF Reader components. 8. Restart Windows. Step 10. Using CD-R and CD-RW discs The CD-ReWritable drive can write to both CD-R and CD-RW discs.CD-R discs cannot ...

Page 15 - Click Next to continue. The Name Your Disc window opens.; Note: The disc name can be up to 11 characters.; Creating data or audio CDs; Making a jewel case insert

2. Click Next twice. The Format Disc window opens. Attention: Formatting completes in about an hour. TheDirectCD program configures the disc to receive data, verifies theintegrity of the disc surface, and writes DirectCD file systemstructures to the disc.Note: You can do other tasks on your computer...

Page 16 - Backing up a CD; Image File if you want to make a copy of a CD from a disc; Step 12. Installing the Option Diskette software

Backing up a CD Attention: CD Copier, the utility program on the software CD,can help you copy material for which you own the copyright orhave obtained permission to copy from the copyright owner. Ifyou do not own the copyright or do not have permission to copyfrom the copyright owner, you might be ...

Page 19 - Part 2: User’s guide; Before you begin

Part 2: User’s guide Before you begin This guide contains information on using your drive with CDs afterinstallation. If you have not already installed your CD-ReWritabledrive, go to “Installing the drive” on page 1-4. Protecting the drive after installation To protect your CD-ReWritable drive durin...

Page 21 - Using the drive to record files on CDs; Disc at Once: The drive writes to the entire disc in a single pass

Using the drive to record files on CDs The following table summarizes the CD format capabilities of the EasyCD Creator program. Be sure to refer to the online manual forup-to-the-minute information on CD format capabilities. The CD-ReWritable drive uses the following methods to write files toCDs: Di...

Page 22 - Using CD handling precautions; Caring for a CD

CD-ROM XA (Mode 2 Form 1 and Mode 2 Form 2) or CD-ROM Extended Architecture This standard was created for playback of multimedia content. CD-I (Mode 2 Form 1 and Mode 2 Form 2) and CD-I Ready 5 This format is used for home entertainment systems. CD-Bridge This format records a combination of Kodak P...

Page 23 - Loading a CD

Handle the CD by the edges or the center hole. Do not touch the surface of the CD. To remove dust or fingerprints, wipe the CD from the center to the edge with a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not write on the surface. Do not place the CD in direct sunlight. Do not use commercial cleaners to clean the CD...

Page 25 - Using the audio-CD program for Windows 3.x

If you are using Windows 98, Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0, go to“Using the audio-CD program for Windows 98, Windows 95, orWindows NT 4.0” for information on using the audio-CD program. If you are using Windows 3.x, go to “Using the audio-CD program forWindows 3.x” for information on using the audio-...

Page 26 - Using the audio-CD program for DOS; Using a data CD

If you select New, you will need your Windows 3.x diskettes. If you select Current, continue with the instructions on the screen. Using the audio-CD program for OS/2 To use the OS/2 audio utility: 1. Turn on the computer.2. Load an audio CD into the CD tray. 3. Double-click Multimedia. 4. Double-cli...

Page 39 - Physical specifications; Power requirements

Appendix B. Product specifications This appendix includes the the following specifications andrequirements: Physical specifications Power requirements Environmental requirementsDrive write/read speeds Drive performance Physical specifications The physical specifications 6 of the IBM 2X/4X/24X CD-ReW...

Page 40 - Drive-performance specifications

Write/Read speeds The following table lists the CD-ReWritable drive’s write/read speedsfor different media. Drive-performance specifications The following table lists the performance specifications of theCD-ReWritable drive. Burst data transfer rate 11.1 MB 7 per second (ATA PIO Mode 3)13.3 MB per s...

Page 43 - Using Microsoft CD-ROM Extensions

/I:n This parameter enables interrupt sharing. If n=1, interruptsharing is enabled. If n=0, interrupt sharing is disabled. Thedefault value is 0. Set this parameter to enabled when the IDEinterrupt must be shared with another device. For example, aPS/2 9577 computer with IDE could share interrupt 14...

Page 44 - Conserving DOS conventional memory

memory, and too many buffer specifications might slow downyour computer or interfere with other programs that have largememory-usage requirements. You might be able to specify alarger number of buffers to enhance CD-ROM driveperformance without adversely affecting programs that havelarge memory-usag...

Page 47 - Click Auto Insert Notification or DMA.

If you have an IBM Micro Channel computer, an IDE device driver isavailable for Micro Channel architecture on the IBM Web site(http://www.ibm.com). Use the Web site search utility, and look for IBM2IDE.ADD . Changing the Windows 98 and Windows 95 devicedrivers Windows 98 and Windows 95 have two devi...

Page 54 - The CD cannot be read.

6. Load a data CD into the CD tray; then wait until the busy indicator is not lit. 7. Attempt to read from the CD by typing dir x: where x is the CD-ReWritable drive letter assigned after the MSCDEX message. If the computer is able to read the CD, a conflict probably exists between the device driver...

Page 55 - Diagnostics

There is no sound from the CD. Take the following actions. 1. Check that you are using an audio CD and not a data CD. 2. Adjust the volume control on the drive. See “Front view of the drive” on page 2-2 to locate the volume control if you haveconnected headphones to the front of the drive. 3. Adjust...

Page 56 - Additional help

Additional help The README file on the IBM 2X/4X/24X CD-ReWritable DriveOption Diskette includes troubleshooting hints. If you follow theseinstructions and still have a problem, go to Appendix E, “Help andservice information.” Appendix E.Help and service information If you have questions about your ...

Page 57 - Step 1: Problem solving; Step 2: Preparing for the call; Step 3: Placing the call to IBM

Step 1: Problem solving You may be able to solve the problem yourself. Before calling theHelpCenter, please prepare for the call by following these steps: 1. If you are having installation or configuration problems, refer to Appendix D, “Problem solving” on page 3-20, and review anyREADME.TXT files ...

Page 58 - Additional technical support resources

Additional technical support resources Online technical support is available during the life of your product.Online assistance can be obtained through the Personal ComputingSupport Web site, the PSG Electronic Bulletin Board System, and theIBM Automated Fax System. Step 4: Placing the call to comput...

Page 59 - Production Status

Appendix F.Product warranty and notices The following warranty information applies to products purchased in the UnitedStates, Canada, and Puerto Rico. For warranty terms and conditions forproducts purchased in other countries, see the enclosed Warranty insert, orcontact your IBM reseller or IBM mark...

Page 61 - Notices

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS IBM LIABLE FOR ANY OFTHE FOLLOWING: 1) THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOUFOR LOSSES OR DAMAGES (OTHER THAN THOSE UNDERTHE FIRST ITEM LISTED ABOVE); 2) LOSS OF, OR DAMAGETO, YOUR RECORDS OR DATA; OR 3) SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL,OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OR FOR ANY ECONOMICCONSEQUENTIAL DAMA...

Page 63 - European Union - emission directive

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject tothe following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired operation. Responsible Party: Internat...

Page 64 - Union Europea - Normativa EMC

Union Europea - Normativa EMC 3-36 IBM 2X/4X/24X CD-ReWritable Internal IDE Option Kit

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