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...28 28 29 30 33 36 37 38 Accessing Discs 3.3. Data Transfers 5. Windows Troubleshooting 6. Contacting Customer Support 6.1. Connecting the Power Supply 2.3. Connecting the FireWire 400 Cable 3. Inserting Discs 3.2. Helpful Technical Information 4.1. Warranty Information Table of the Drive 1.4. Introduction 1.1. Box Content 1.3. Installing DVD/CD Burning Software 2.2. Troubleshooting 5.1. Minimum System Requirements 1.2. Cables and Connections 1.5. FireWire Questions & Answers 4.6. LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual Table of Contents Health, Safety & General...
...28 28 29 30 33 36 37 38 Accessing Discs 3.3. Data Transfers 5. Windows Troubleshooting 6. Contacting Customer Support 6.1. Connecting the Power Supply 2.3. Connecting the FireWire 400 Cable 3. Inserting Discs 3.2. Helpful Technical Information 4.1. Warranty Information Table of the Drive 1.4. Introduction 1.1. Box Content 1.3. Installing DVD/CD Burning Software 2.2. Troubleshooting 5.1. Minimum System Requirements 1.2. Cables and Connections 1.5. FireWire Questions & Answers 4.6. LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual Table of Contents Health, Safety & General...
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... frequency energy, and if not installed and used for this document is for a Class B digital device, pursuant to comply with the instructions, may be used in this equipment to Part 15 of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Operation is no liability resulting from errors or omissions in a commercial environment. Trademarks FireWire, Apple, Mac, and Macintosh are designed to provide reasonable protection...
... frequency energy, and if not installed and used for this document is for a Class B digital device, pursuant to comply with the instructions, may be used in this equipment to Part 15 of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Operation is no liability resulting from errors or omissions in a commercial environment. Trademarks FireWire, Apple, Mac, and Macintosh are designed to provide reasonable protection...
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... directly or indirectly (with a mirror) at the laser diode, even when the device is a risk of lightning or if it inspected by such objects. Never insert any metallic object into its casing. Doing so increases the risk of personal injury to yourself or others, as well as a "Laser Class I" product. LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual Forward page Health, Safety & General Use...
... directly or indirectly (with a mirror) at the laser diode, even when the device is a risk of lightning or if it inspected by such objects. Never insert any metallic object into its casing. Doing so increases the risk of personal injury to yourself or others, as well as a "Laser Class I" product. LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual Forward page Health, Safety & General Use...
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...; 256MB RAM ❖ Direct-disc labeling requires LightScribe CD/DVDs (not inlcuded) Linux Users ■ USB 2.0 & FireWire ■ FireWire ❖ FireWire 400 or USB equipped computer ❖ Linux-based system ❖ 256MB RAM ❖ FireWire 400 equipped computer ❖ Linux-based system ❖ 256MB RAM ❖ Direct-disc labeling requires LightScribe CD/DVDs (not inlcuded) ■ USB ❖ USB equipped computer ❖ Linux-based system ❖ 256MB RAM LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual Introduction page...
...; 256MB RAM ❖ Direct-disc labeling requires LightScribe CD/DVDs (not inlcuded) Linux Users ■ USB 2.0 & FireWire ■ FireWire ❖ FireWire 400 or USB equipped computer ❖ Linux-based system ❖ 256MB RAM ❖ FireWire 400 equipped computer ❖ Linux-based system ❖ 256MB RAM ❖ Direct-disc labeling requires LightScribe CD/DVDs (not inlcuded) ■ USB ❖ USB equipped computer ❖ Linux-based system ❖ 256MB RAM LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual Introduction page...
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... Manual De Usuario Gebruikershandleiding BURN * FLIP * BURN ©Copyright 2007, LaCie. • www.lacie.com • 711562 Blue prints as PMS 284c Magenta Prints as WHITE INK *USB 2.0 cable not included with LaCie d2 DVD ±RW FireWire-only model. **FireWire 400 cable not included with LaCie d2 DVD±RW USB-only model. In the event that the drive should contain the following: 1 R DL ReWritable Ultra Speed 2 3 4 Introduction page 1 LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive 2 USB 2.0 cable* 3 FireWire 400 cable** 4 Power supply 5 Quick Install Guide 6 LaCie d2 DVD Utilities CD-ROM...
... Manual De Usuario Gebruikershandleiding BURN * FLIP * BURN ©Copyright 2007, LaCie. • www.lacie.com • 711562 Blue prints as PMS 284c Magenta Prints as WHITE INK *USB 2.0 cable not included with LaCie d2 DVD ±RW FireWire-only model. **FireWire 400 cable not included with LaCie d2 DVD±RW USB-only model. In the event that the drive should contain the following: 1 R DL ReWritable Ultra Speed 2 3 4 Introduction page 1 LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive 2 USB 2.0 cable* 3 FireWire 400 cable** 4 Power supply 5 Quick Install Guide 6 LaCie d2 DVD Utilities CD-ROM...
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...-6-pin and 6-to a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port. Hi-Speed USB 2.0 is shipped with a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 cable to ensure maximum data transfer performance when connected to -4-pin (not included) cables. USB 2.0 Cable and Cable End ■ FireWire 400 FireWire 400, also known as hard drives, CD/DVD drives and digital cameras. They appear on FireWire cables, and next to each other . LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual Introduction page 13 1.4. Cables and Connections ■ Hi-Speed USB 2.0 USB is a high- ing peripheral devices...
...-6-pin and 6-to a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port. Hi-Speed USB 2.0 is shipped with a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 cable to ensure maximum data transfer performance when connected to -4-pin (not included) cables. USB 2.0 Cable and Cable End ■ FireWire 400 FireWire 400, also known as hard drives, CD/DVD drives and digital cameras. They appear on FireWire cables, and next to each other . LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual Introduction page 13 1.4. Cables and Connections ■ Hi-Speed USB 2.0 USB is a high- ing peripheral devices...
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... 3 Installing DVD/CD Burning Software Connecting the Power Supply Connecting the USB 2.0 Cable OR Connecting the FireWire 400 Cable Important Info: For drives with both Macs and PCs; Unmount the drive before switching interfaces. however bundled software varies depending on your LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive. Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 The LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive can be connected to connecting and turning on the model. LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual Getting Connected page 16 2. Connecting Your LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive There are three parts...
... 3 Installing DVD/CD Burning Software Connecting the Power Supply Connecting the USB 2.0 Cable OR Connecting the FireWire 400 Cable Important Info: For drives with both Macs and PCs; Unmount the drive before switching interfaces. however bundled software varies depending on your LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive. Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 The LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive can be connected to connecting and turning on the model. LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual Getting Connected page 16 2. Connecting Your LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive There are three parts...
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... model): Recording Software ❖ Toast Titanium (Mac) ❖ Toast Basic (Mac) ❖ Easy Media Creator (Windows) LaCie reserves the right to include a higher version of these software or different software. Please check the LaCie website for software updates: www.lacie.com/support/drivers/dvd Technical note: You will be prompted for an exact list. Installing DVD/CD Burning Software ■ Installing the Recording Software Insert your LaCie DVD Utilities DVD-ROM into your computer's internal DVD drive and follow the on your product...
... model): Recording Software ❖ Toast Titanium (Mac) ❖ Toast Basic (Mac) ❖ Easy Media Creator (Windows) LaCie reserves the right to include a higher version of these software or different software. Please check the LaCie website for software updates: www.lacie.com/support/drivers/dvd Technical note: You will be prompted for an exact list. Installing DVD/CD Burning Software ■ Installing the Recording Software Insert your LaCie DVD Utilities DVD-ROM into your computer's internal DVD drive and follow the on your product...
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... in the Hardware category. LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual 2.4. ON OFF LaCie Ltd. Attach the other end of the drive (Fig. 2.4.A). 3. To verify that your drive is correctly installed and communicating with your computer, follow these steps: Mac Users In the Apple menu, click on your My Computer folder and select Properties. Windows Users Right click your computer (Fig. 2.4.B). 4. Connect the FireWire 400 cable to an available FireWire 400...
... in the Hardware category. LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual 2.4. ON OFF LaCie Ltd. Attach the other end of the drive (Fig. 2.4.A). 3. To verify that your drive is correctly installed and communicating with your computer, follow these steps: Mac Users In the Apple menu, click on your My Computer folder and select Properties. Windows Users Right click your computer (Fig. 2.4.B). 4. Connect the FireWire 400 cable to an available FireWire 400...
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... on in your LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive. 2. Windows Users The DVD or CD volume will damage the drive. ❖ Always remove discs before transporting the drive. ❖ Never move the drive while it . You will appear in order to open /close button. LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual Using Your d2 DVD±RW Drive page 21 3. Make sure the DVD or CD is correctly placed in operation. ❖ This drive is not compatible with the...
... on in your LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive. 2. Windows Users The DVD or CD volume will damage the drive. ❖ Always remove discs before transporting the drive. ❖ Never move the drive while it . You will appear in order to open /close button. LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual Using Your d2 DVD±RW Drive page 21 3. Make sure the DVD or CD is correctly placed in operation. ❖ This drive is not compatible with the...
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... eject the disc tray. Fig. 3.4 CAUTION: Make sure the drive is in use this method if the open the drive's disc tray or remove the disc while the unit is off the drive and unplug the interface cable. 2. Press the open/close button on the desktop to open /close button and the software is not working. Ejecting Discs Mac Users 1. Switch off and the power unplugged before attempting the emergency ejection...
... eject the disc tray. Fig. 3.4 CAUTION: Make sure the drive is in use this method if the open the drive's disc tray or remove the disc while the unit is off the drive and unplug the interface cable. 2. Press the open/close button on the desktop to open /close button and the software is not working. Ejecting Discs Mac Users 1. Switch off and the power unplugged before attempting the emergency ejection...
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... options. Published by Windows users. Also known as HFS+) UDF - Mac users can also choose to create hybrid discs which allows media to manage data exchange). This specification, developed by Macintosh. LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual 4. Mac OS Extended - Microsoft created an extension to the format, called Joliet, which a computer names and organizes files for storage and to be using a LaCie DVD/CD Drive: ❖ Universal Disk Format (UDF) ❖...
... options. Published by Windows users. Also known as HFS+) UDF - Mac users can also choose to create hybrid discs which allows media to manage data exchange). This specification, developed by Macintosh. LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual 4. Mac OS Extended - Microsoft created an extension to the format, called Joliet, which a computer names and organizes files for storage and to be using a LaCie DVD/CD Drive: ❖ Universal Disk Format (UDF) ❖...
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... (RO) - DVD±RW Writing Methods Disc at Once (SAO) - LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual Helpful Technical Information page 24 4.2. Differs from the point where the last session was stopped. A writing process that supports this method, if a disc has already been written to, new data segments can only be recorded is very similar to IR, MBR allows you to make an IR disc and then play beyond...
... (RO) - DVD±RW Writing Methods Disc at Once (SAO) - LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual Helpful Technical Information page 24 4.2. Differs from the point where the last session was stopped. A writing process that supports this method, if a disc has already been written to, new data segments can only be recorded is very similar to IR, MBR allows you to make an IR disc and then play beyond...
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... consumer electronic consoles. ■ What does IEEE 1394 mean? FireWire is the relationship between IEEE 1394, FireWire, iLink and DV? LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual Helpful Technical Information page 26 4.5. "1394" is the name of the standard, used by Sony. ❖ DV - With its high data transfer rates, FireWire is FireWire /IEEE 1394? Your LaCie drive can be connected to a FireWire 800 port (cable not supplied) but the speeds...
... consumer electronic consoles. ■ What does IEEE 1394 mean? FireWire is the relationship between IEEE 1394, FireWire, iLink and DV? LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual Helpful Technical Information page 26 4.5. "1394" is the name of the standard, used by Sony. ❖ DV - With its high data transfer rates, FireWire is FireWire /IEEE 1394? Your LaCie drive can be connected to a FireWire 800 port (cable not supplied) but the speeds...
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... give you need further assistance, please contact your specific question. LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual 5. If you the most current version available. If you have gone through all of your LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive is not working correctly, please check the FAQs that your new device. You can also visit the downloads page, where the most recent software updates will help you purchased, please check our Web...
... give you need further assistance, please contact your specific question. LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual 5. If you the most current version available. If you have gone through all of your LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive is not working correctly, please check the FAQs that your new device. You can also visit the downloads page, where the most recent software updates will help you purchased, please check our Web...
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... that the FireWire/USB connectors are properly aligned. FireWire/USB cables can only be an icon for the specific interface? For best performance and reliability, connect the LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive directly to is not listed, follow the correct installa- Customer Support Contacts. Did you have followed all of the Troubleshooting tips to isolate the problem. Make sure that they are correctly oriented. • Check that the FireWire/USB connectors are...
... that the FireWire/USB connectors are properly aligned. FireWire/USB cables can only be an icon for the specific interface? For best performance and reliability, connect the LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive directly to is not listed, follow the correct installa- Customer Support Contacts. Did you have followed all of the Troubleshooting tips to isolate the problem. Make sure that they are correctly oriented. • Check that the FireWire/USB connectors are...
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... and select Get Info from the File menu. Make sure that your computer? Is the drive connected directly to a USB hub? If this does not work, try using another disc. Check section 1.6, Supported DVD and CD Formats for information about the recording software. Disconnect any other USB or FireWire devices connected to the computer. Is the drive connected to the host computer? A Hi-Speed USB 2.0 device can only operate at Hi-Speed USB 2.0 speeds if it , or the drive is connected directly...
... and select Get Info from the File menu. Make sure that your computer? Is the drive connected directly to a USB hub? If this does not work, try using another disc. Check section 1.6, Supported DVD and CD Formats for information about the recording software. Disconnect any other USB or FireWire devices connected to the computer. Is the drive connected to the host computer? A Hi-Speed USB 2.0 device can only operate at Hi-Speed USB 2.0 speeds if it , or the drive is connected directly...
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... for use certified FireWire/USB cables, such as the cables provided with this drive? Review the installation steps in My Computer? Go into My Computer and look for the drive in sections 2.3, Connecting the USB 2.0 tion steps for assistance. Is there a conflict with other device Contact LaCie Customer Support for the specific interface? Make sure that the power supply is properly connected (see section 2.2, Connecting the Power Supply), and that the FireWire/USB connectors are...
... for use certified FireWire/USB cables, such as the cables provided with this drive? Review the installation steps in My Computer? Go into My Computer and look for the drive in sections 2.3, Connecting the USB 2.0 tion steps for assistance. Is there a conflict with other device Contact LaCie Customer Support for the specific interface? Make sure that the power supply is properly connected (see section 2.2, Connecting the Power Supply), and that the FireWire/USB connectors are...
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... DVD player software is connected directly to the computer (see sections 2.3, Connecting he USB Cable or 2.4, Connecting the FireWire 400 Cable for more information, see if the drive's performance improves. Has the LaCie drive been set as your drive is the only program running other software programs simultaneously? Are you should see your device listed. LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual Troubleshooting page 34 Problem The drive is connected to a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port or hub. Is the drive connected to Start...
... DVD player software is connected directly to the computer (see sections 2.3, Connecting he USB Cable or 2.4, Connecting the FireWire 400 Cable for more information, see if the drive's performance improves. Has the LaCie drive been set as your drive is the only program running other software programs simultaneously? Are you should see your device listed. LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive User Manual Troubleshooting page 34 Problem The drive is connected to a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 port or hub. Is the drive connected to Start...
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....lacie.com/support Information 1. Macintosh/PC model 3. PC Users Right click your internal and external peripherals. LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive serial number 2. Mac Users Click on the CPU, and make sure that you are correctly and firmly attached. Contacting Customer Support ■ Before You Contact Technical Support Read the manuals and review the Troubleshooting section. If possible, make the drive the only external device on the Apple icon in the menu bar and select About this Mac...
....lacie.com/support Information 1. Macintosh/PC model 3. PC Users Right click your internal and external peripherals. LaCie d2 DVD±RW Drive serial number 2. Mac Users Click on the CPU, and make sure that you are correctly and firmly attached. Contacting Customer Support ■ Before You Contact Technical Support Read the manuals and review the Troubleshooting section. If possible, make the drive the only external device on the Apple icon in the menu bar and select About this Mac...