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... Precautions for Use 28 Support Overview 29 User Support Web Site 29 Update the Drive Firmware ........29 Product and Support Information 29 Setup Setting up the Drive 8 Appropriate Jumper Settings ........ 13 Replacing your current optical drive with the DVD/CD rewritable drive 13 Installing the DVD/CD rewritable drive as a second drive 14 Installing the DVD/CD rewritable drive as a third drive 15 Installing the DVD/CD rewritable drive as a fourth drive 16 Operation Using the Drive 17 Supplied Software 17 Using Generic Software with the Drive 18 Compatible Discs 19 Recommended...
... Precautions for Use 28 Support Overview 29 User Support Web Site 29 Update the Drive Firmware ........29 Product and Support Information 29 Setup Setting up the Drive 8 Appropriate Jumper Settings ........ 13 Replacing your current optical drive with the DVD/CD rewritable drive 13 Installing the DVD/CD rewritable drive as a second drive 14 Installing the DVD/CD rewritable drive as a third drive 15 Installing the DVD/CD rewritable drive as a fourth drive 16 Operation Using the Drive 17 Supplied Software 17 Using Generic Software with the Drive 18 Compatible Discs 19 Recommended...
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... disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. 3 Compliance Statements Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other devices, incompatibility with special hardware, operating problems caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. Most software companies allow you to make a backup or archive copy of this product shall not be caused by improper installation of software...
... disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. 3 Compliance Statements Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other devices, incompatibility with special hardware, operating problems caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. Most software companies allow you to make a backup or archive copy of this product shall not be caused by improper installation of software...
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... more (512 MB RAM for Windows Vista) ❑ 1 GB free hard disk space (10 GB for DVD creation) ❑ One available EIDE (ATAPI) interface connection with ATAPI (EIDE) interface for computers. ❑ Can be used horizontally or vertically. ❑ The drive can write to DVD+R Double Layer and DVD-R Dual Layer discs. ❑ The drive has a maximum 20× writing capability for high speed DVD+R and DVD-R discs. ❑ The drive can write to DVD-RAM discs. ❑ Features the...
... more (512 MB RAM for Windows Vista) ❑ 1 GB free hard disk space (10 GB for DVD creation) ❑ One available EIDE (ATAPI) interface connection with ATAPI (EIDE) interface for computers. ❑ Can be used horizontally or vertically. ❑ The drive can write to DVD+R Double Layer and DVD-R Dual Layer discs. ❑ The drive has a maximum 20× writing capability for high speed DVD+R and DVD-R discs. ❑ The drive can write to DVD-RAM discs. ❑ Features the...
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... into the drive, make sure that it is under the four pins. When using the drive vertically, make sure that you insert a disc into this pin determines the proper orientation of the computer's internal power supply. G Jumper A jumper is in ) D Busy indicator Indicates the drive status. Blinking · Reading data · Playing back an audio CD or DVD · Writing data · Formatting a disc · Erasing data · Spinning up . Hint When you set on page...
... into the drive, make sure that it is under the four pins. When using the drive vertically, make sure that you insert a disc into this pin determines the proper orientation of the computer's internal power supply. G Jumper A jumper is in ) D Busy indicator Indicates the drive status. Blinking · Reading data · Playing back an audio CD or DVD · Writing data · Formatting a disc · Erasing data · Spinning up . Hint When you set on page...
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... the power cable from your body. B Setup Setting up the Drive The installation and setup procedures outlined below assume that you are complete. Make sure that you discharge any exposed electronic conductors or contacts on the circuit boards of the drive package are using a standard computer. Before installing the drive Referring to the instructions supplied with your computer. For details about how to install peripheral devices into...
... the power cable from your body. B Setup Setting up the Drive The installation and setup procedures outlined below assume that you are complete. Make sure that you discharge any exposed electronic conductors or contacts on the circuit boards of the drive package are using a standard computer. Before installing the drive Referring to the instructions supplied with your computer. For details about how to install peripheral devices into...
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... want to replace one using the CSEL jumper setting, place the jumper on the CSEL pins of the appropriate jumper setting, see "Appropriate Jumper Settings" on page 13. CSEL SLAVE MASTER CSEL SLAVE MASTER Jumper Jumper Notes • If installing the drive to use, and then adjust the jumper. Depending on whether you are unsure of the drive before installing it. • Only place the jumper vertically, as illustrated below. Setup 2 Determine which connection method...
... want to replace one using the CSEL jumper setting, place the jumper on the CSEL pins of the appropriate jumper setting, see "Appropriate Jumper Settings" on page 13. CSEL SLAVE MASTER CSEL SLAVE MASTER Jumper Jumper Notes • If installing the drive to use, and then adjust the jumper. Depending on whether you are unsure of the drive before installing it. • Only place the jumper vertically, as illustrated below. Setup 2 Determine which connection method...
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For details about the software on the supplied software disc, see "Supplied Software" on the supplied software disc. However, in some instances you install the software on page 17. Hint You do not need serial numbers when you may have to purchase serial numbers or upgrade keys to complete the installation. Follow the instructions on the disc. 7 Insert the supplied software disc into the drive, and then install the software on the screen to upgrade the software. 12
For details about the software on the supplied software disc, see "Supplied Software" on the supplied software disc. However, in some instances you install the software on page 17. Hint You do not need serial numbers when you may have to purchase serial numbers or upgrade keys to complete the installation. Follow the instructions on the disc. 7 Insert the supplied software disc into the drive, and then install the software on the screen to upgrade the software. 12
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... rewritable drive Connect the drive as follows. 1st drive Hard disk drive (usually) MASTER DVD/CD rewritable drive Use the same setting as the master device. The hard disk of your computer is normally connected on the settings of the following configurations. Before connecting the drive, refer to the items below to each connector using cables (one master device and one of your situation, and then place the jumper in the MASTER or SLAVE position. Primary IDE connector Current optical drive Secondary IDE connector...
... rewritable drive Connect the drive as follows. 1st drive Hard disk drive (usually) MASTER DVD/CD rewritable drive Use the same setting as the master device. The hard disk of your computer is normally connected on the settings of the following configurations. Before connecting the drive, refer to the items below to each connector using cables (one master device and one of your situation, and then place the jumper in the MASTER or SLAVE position. Primary IDE connector Current optical drive Secondary IDE connector...
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Primary IDE connector Secondary IDE connector 14 The following configuration is also possible. 2nd drive DVD/CD rewritable drive 1st drive Hard disk drive (usually) MASTER Place the jumper in the MASTER position. Installing the DVD/CD rewritable drive as a second drive Connect the drive as follows. 1st drive Hard disk drive (usually) MASTER 2nd drive DVD/CD rewritable drive Primary IDE connector Secondary IDE connector Place the jumper in the SLAVE position.
Primary IDE connector Secondary IDE connector 14 The following configuration is also possible. 2nd drive DVD/CD rewritable drive 1st drive Hard disk drive (usually) MASTER Place the jumper in the MASTER position. Installing the DVD/CD rewritable drive as a second drive Connect the drive as follows. 1st drive Hard disk drive (usually) MASTER 2nd drive DVD/CD rewritable drive Primary IDE connector Secondary IDE connector Place the jumper in the SLAVE position.
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MASTER Setup Primary IDE connector Secondary IDE connector Place the jumper in the MASTER position. 15 SLAVE Primary IDE connector Secondary IDE connector Place the jumper in the SLAVE position. The following configuration is also possible. 1st drive Hard disk drive (usually) MASTER 3rd drive DVD/CD rewritable drive 2nd drive Hard disk drive, or DVD/CD drive, etc. Installing the DVD/CD rewritable drive as a third drive Connect the drive as follows. 1st drive Hard disk drive (usually) MASTER 3rd drive DVD/CD rewritable drive 2nd drive Hard disk drive, or DVD/CD drive, etc.
MASTER Setup Primary IDE connector Secondary IDE connector Place the jumper in the MASTER position. 15 SLAVE Primary IDE connector Secondary IDE connector Place the jumper in the SLAVE position. The following configuration is also possible. 1st drive Hard disk drive (usually) MASTER 3rd drive DVD/CD rewritable drive 2nd drive Hard disk drive, or DVD/CD drive, etc. Installing the DVD/CD rewritable drive as a third drive Connect the drive as follows. 1st drive Hard disk drive (usually) MASTER 3rd drive DVD/CD rewritable drive 2nd drive Hard disk drive, or DVD/CD drive, etc.
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MASTER 2nd drive Hard disk drive, or DVD/CD drive, etc. Installing the DVD/CD rewritable drive as a fourth drive Connect the drive as follows. 1st drive 4th drive DVD/CD Hard disk drive (usually) rewritable drive MASTER 3rd drive Hard disk drive, or DVD/CD drive, etc. SLAVE Primary IDE connector Secondary IDE connector Place the jumper in the SLAVE position. 16
MASTER 2nd drive Hard disk drive, or DVD/CD drive, etc. Installing the DVD/CD rewritable drive as a fourth drive Connect the drive as follows. 1st drive 4th drive DVD/CD Hard disk drive (usually) rewritable drive MASTER 3rd drive Hard disk drive, or DVD/CD drive, etc. SLAVE Primary IDE connector Secondary IDE connector Place the jumper in the SLAVE position. 16
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.... Nero CD-DVD Speed tests the speed of drives, the discs they contain, and the installed software. * This software is a disc writing application that allows you to share video and audio files among several computers on a network connection and to quickly start all the software of Nero Toolkit provide information about their operation. Refer to create CDs and DVDs through a simple step-by purchasing the additional DVD Video Multichannel Plug-in. 17 Nero Express Essentials Nero...
.... Nero CD-DVD Speed tests the speed of drives, the discs they contain, and the installed software. * This software is a disc writing application that allows you to share video and audio files among several computers on a network connection and to quickly start all the software of Nero Toolkit provide information about their operation. Refer to create CDs and DVDs through a simple step-by purchasing the additional DVD Video Multichannel Plug-in. 17 Nero Express Essentials Nero...
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... packet writing software1) or format utility2) will help prevent erratic operation of the software manufacturer and update the software, as generic software, shareware, or freeware) to write data to -Disc, BHA's B's CLIP, and Sonic's DLA. 2) Such as BHA's DVD-RAM Driver and Panasonic's DVD Form. 18 If the generic software you are using such software. Using Generic Software with this drive is not under warranty and Sony offers no customer service if problems...
... packet writing software1) or format utility2) will help prevent erratic operation of the software manufacturer and update the software, as generic software, shareware, or freeware) to write data to -Disc, BHA's B's CLIP, and Sonic's DLA. 2) Such as BHA's DVD-RAM Driver and Panasonic's DVD Form. 18 If the generic software you are using such software. Using Generic Software with this drive is not under warranty and Sony offers no customer service if problems...
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... drive. Operation Compatible Discs The following discs are compatible with the DVD-RAM disc displaying " " mark. 4) Use a non-cartridge-type disc or a cartridge from which the disc can be ejected. 19 DVD Disc types Logo Read Write Write speed1) DVD+R Speed supported by the disc (max. 20×) DVD+R DL (Double Layer) Speed supported by the disc (max. 12×) DVD+RW Speed supported by the disc (max. 4×) DVD+RW (High Speed) Speed supported by the disc (max. 8×) DVD-R Speed supported by the disc (max. 20×) DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) Speed supported...
... drive. Operation Compatible Discs The following discs are compatible with the DVD-RAM disc displaying " " mark. 4) Use a non-cartridge-type disc or a cartridge from which the disc can be ejected. 19 DVD Disc types Logo Read Write Write speed1) DVD+R Speed supported by the disc (max. 20×) DVD+R DL (Double Layer) Speed supported by the disc (max. 12×) DVD+RW Speed supported by the disc (max. 4×) DVD+RW (High Speed) Speed supported by the disc (max. 8×) DVD-R Speed supported by the disc (max. 20×) DVD-R DL (Dual Layer) Speed supported...
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... CD-RW (High Speed) CD-RW (Ultra Speed) CD-RW (Ultra Speed Plus) CD-ROM CD-DA (audio only) CD Extra Video CD CD TEXT Logo Read Write Write speed1) Speed supported by the disc (max. 48×) Speed supported by the disc (max. 4×) Speed supported by the disc (max. 10×) Speed supported by the disc (max. 24×) Speed supported by the disc (max. 32×) - - - - - - - - - - 1) Writing speed supported by disc type, access the user support web site (see...
... CD-RW (High Speed) CD-RW (Ultra Speed) CD-RW (Ultra Speed Plus) CD-ROM CD-DA (audio only) CD Extra Video CD CD TEXT Logo Read Write Write speed1) Speed supported by the disc (max. 48×) Speed supported by the disc (max. 4×) Speed supported by the disc (max. 10×) Speed supported by the disc (max. 24×) Speed supported by the disc (max. 32×) - - - - - - - - - - 1) Writing speed supported by disc type, access the user support web site (see...
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... set the writing speed to be read ) these CD-R and CD-RW discs on other than this type of the data. CD-RW Discs Data can write to and erased from this one , make settings on a CD player unless it cannot be written to Ultra Speed CD-RW disc media. Ultra Speed CD-RW Discs The drive can be erased. Music CDs created on CD-RW disc media cannot be played...
... set the writing speed to be read ) these CD-R and CD-RW discs on other than this type of the data. CD-RW Discs Data can write to and erased from this one , make settings on a CD player unless it cannot be written to Ultra Speed CD-RW disc media. Ultra Speed CD-RW Discs The drive can be erased. Music CDs created on CD-RW disc media cannot be played...
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... discs, set the writing speed to DVD+RW, DVD-RW and DVD-RAM discs, when used with the drive can be possible depending on the combination. Further, because of disc. Writable DVDs and compatibility The drive can write to this drive depends on the capabilities of the DVD-ROM drive and the DVD player and on almost all DVD-ROM drives. Typically, a new DVD+RW or DVD-RW disc can be supported. To play back (or read CD-RW discs. DVD+R DL/DVD+R/DVD-R DL/DVD-R Discs Data...
... discs, set the writing speed to DVD+RW, DVD-RW and DVD-RAM discs, when used with the drive can be possible depending on the combination. Further, because of disc. Writable DVDs and compatibility The drive can write to this drive depends on the capabilities of the DVD-ROM drive and the DVD player and on almost all DVD-ROM drives. Typically, a new DVD+RW or DVD-RW disc can be supported. To play back (or read CD-RW discs. DVD+R DL/DVD+R/DVD-R DL/DVD-R Discs Data...
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... the drive plays back discs as determined by software manufacturers. Operation Precautions on Writing/Playing Discs Write speed and compatible discs • When writing data to disc at high speeds, you are only able to play back DVD-Video, the region code on the DVD disc, the region code of the drive, and the region code of the disc in the drive. Any problems resulting from the Device Manager. For the drive to play back DVD-Video whose region code matches the one set up to your writing software. After setting the region code...
... the drive plays back discs as determined by software manufacturers. Operation Precautions on Writing/Playing Discs Write speed and compatible discs • When writing data to disc at high speeds, you are only able to play back DVD-Video, the region code on the DVD disc, the region code of the drive, and the region code of the disc in the drive. Any problems resulting from the Device Manager. For the drive to play back DVD-Video whose region code matches the one set up to your writing software. After setting the region code...
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... blinks twice and the read/write speed switches to 48× speed. (The Turbo Boost function is 40× speed. Firmware updates are using the drive can activate the Turbo Boost function, to raise the read/write speed to 48× speed. Operation Maximizing Performance User Support Web Site Make sure that you open the disc tray, the read/write speed reverts to its default of 40× speed. 27 We recommend that makes the drive work...
... blinks twice and the read/write speed switches to 48× speed. (The Turbo Boost function is 40× speed. Firmware updates are using the drive can activate the Turbo Boost function, to raise the read/write speed to 48× speed. Operation Maximizing Performance User Support Web Site Make sure that you open the disc tray, the read/write speed reverts to its default of 40× speed. 27 We recommend that makes the drive work...
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... there is an update for your firmware, and follow the instructions on the screen to proceed with the drive • Latest firmware • Frequently asked questions • Troubleshooting guide • Certified compatible computers • Certified compatible discs • Operating instructions • Et cetera Accessing the user support Web site Insert the supplied software disc into the drive, and in the [Menu Selection] screen, click [User Support Web Page]. Firmware updates are unsure of...
... there is an update for your firmware, and follow the instructions on the screen to proceed with the drive • Latest firmware • Frequently asked questions • Troubleshooting guide • Certified compatible computers • Certified compatible discs • Operating instructions • Et cetera Accessing the user support Web site Insert the supplied software disc into the drive, and in the [Menu Selection] screen, click [User Support Web Page]. Firmware updates are unsure of...