Ibm 28L2234 User Manual

2X/4X/24X CD-ReWritableInternal IDE Option KitOP T IONS

Installing the driveThe instructions in this section are general guidelines that apply tomost computers. For specific information on installing a driv

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 th

Step 5. Attaching the cables to the driveThe diagram below shows where to connect cables to the drive.Connect the drive to an available 40-pin connect

Step 7. Attaching the faceplatesThis option kit includes two faceplates which conform to the curveddesign of some computers. If your computer has a cu

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

2. Click Next twice. The Format Disc window opens.Attention: Formatting completes in about an hour. TheDirectCD program configures the disc to receiv

Backing up a CDAttention: CD Copier, the utility program on the software CD,can help you copy material for which you own the copyright orhave obtaine

To install the IBM 2X/4X/24X CD-ReWritable Drive Option Diskettedevice drivers for Windows 98, Windows 95, Windows 3.x, OS/2 orDOS:1. Insert the IBM 2

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Part 2: User’s guideBefore you beginThis guide contains information on using your drive with CDs afterinstallation. If you have not already installed

Note: If you are using this product in the United States, Canada, or Puerto Rico, be sure to read the information under Appendix F,“Product warranty

Using the drive controls andconnectorsThe following diagrams show the location and functions of the drivecontrols and connectors. For a detailed descr

Using the drive to record files on CDsThe following table summarizes the CD format capabilities of the EasyCD Creator program. Be sure to refer to the

CD-ROM XA (Mode 2 Form 1 and Mode 2 Form 2) orCD-ROM Extended ArchitectureThis standard was created for playback of multimedia content.CD-I (Mode 2 Fo

Handle the CD by the edges or the center hole. Do not touch thesurface of the CD.To remove dust or fingerprints, wipe the CD from the center tothe edg

Securing a CD in a tray with rotating clipsThe drive tray shown on the left side of the illustration has four plasticclips that rotate over the edges

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 informat

If you select New, you will need your Windows 3.xdiskettes.If you select Current, continue with the instructions on thescreen.Using the audio-CD progr

Using a data CD in Windows 3.xTo read a data CD in Windows 3.x:1. Turn on the computer.2. Load a data CD into the CD tray.3. Double-click File Manager

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Part 3: Appendixes Appendix A. Safety Information Copyright IBM Corp. 1999 3-1

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Appendix B. Product specificationsThis appendix includes the the following specifications andrequirements: Physical specifications Power requiremen

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Write/Read speedsThe following table lists the CD-ReWritable drive’s write/read speedsfor different media. Drive-performance specificationsThe follow

Appendix C.Customizing device driverconfiguration settingsAttention: After you install the IBM 2X/4X/24X CD-ReWritableDrive Option Diskette, you can

The device driver automatically checks the industry standardprimary IDE port (address 1F0, interrupt 14) and secondary IDEport (address 170, interrupt

/I:nThis parameter enables interrupt sharing. If n=1, interruptsharing is enabled. If n=0, interrupt sharing is disabled. Thedefault value is 0. Set t

memory, and too many buffer specifications might slow downyour computer or interfere with other programs that have largememory-usage requirements. You

For more information on techniques to conserve conventional memory,refer to the following topics in the documentation that comes withyour operating sy

If you are using DOS 4.0, be sure you have DOS CorrectiveService Diskette level UR 29015 or later installed. (Thecomputer cannot be configured as an E

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). Us

Appendix D. Problem solvingComputer problems can be caused by hardware, software, or usererror. You might be able to use the information in this sect

drive, attach it to the connector at the other end of the cable andattach the CD-ReWritable drive to the middle connector.You cannot format a CD-RW di

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3. If you read from a CD-RW disc in the writing drive, but not inanother Multi-Read drive, be sure that a UDF Reader program isinstalled in the system

You cannot access the CD-ReWritable drive or the CD-ROM icondoes not display (OS/2).Your CD-ReWritable drive device driver might not be loaded orcanno

If this line is not present, add it.5. Save the CONFIG.SYS file and exit. 6. Type E (or your editor name) AUTOEXEC.BAT and press Enter.7. Check for t

The computer does not recognize the CD-ReWritable drive afterthe device drivers are loaded (DOS and Windows 3.X).Check for incompatibilities among the

6. Load a data CD into the CD tray; then wait until the busyindicator is not lit.7. Attempt to read from the CD by typing dir x: where x is theCD-ReWr

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

Additional helpThe README file on the IBM 2X/4X/24X CD-ReWritable DriveOption Diskette includes troubleshooting hints. If you follow theseinstruction

Step 1: Problem solvingYou may be able to solve the problem yourself. Before calling theHelpCenter, please prepare for the call by following these st

Additional technical support resourcesOnline technical support is available during the life of your product.Online assistance can be obtained through

Appendix F.Product warranty and noticesThe following warranty information applies to products purchased in the UnitedStates, Canada, and Puerto Rico.

Product registrationThank you for purchasing OPTIONS by IBM. Please take a fewmoments to register your product and provide us with information thatwi

To obtain warranty service for the Machine, you should contact your reseller orcall IBM. In the United States, call IBM at 1-800-772-2227. In Canada,

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS IBM LIABLE FOR ANY OFTHE FOLLOWING: 1) THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOUFOR LOSSES OR DAMAGES (OTHER THAN THOSE UNDERTHE FIRST

TrademarksThe following terms are trademarks of the IBM Corporation in the UnitedStates or other countries or both:Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject tothe following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmfulinterfer

Union Europea - Normativa EMC3-36 IBM 2X/4X/24X CD-ReWritable Internal IDE Option Kit

IBMPart Number: 28L2234Printed in U.S.A.28L2234

Part 1: Quick installation guideThis guide contains installation instructions in an abbreviated form. Ifyou are knowledgeable about IDE products and e

Blank CD-RW discBlank CD-R discEasy CD Creator/DirectCD software packageIBM 2X/4X/24X CD-ReWritable Drive Option DisketteLaser Safety Guide for CD-ROM

you are not sure about your IDE bus adapter, see the documentationthat comes with your computer.IDE cables and connectorsThe IDE cables connect the ID