Connecting Your HP SureStore CD-Writer Plus Drive - C4358-90100
Technical Specifications
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Windows 95 only:
ESDI_506 version 4.00.1111
To verify that you are using version 4.00.1111 or higher of the
ESDI_506 file, start Explorer. Access
Windows\System\Iosubsys. Look for the ESDI_506.pdr file.
Right-click on the file name and select the Ve rs ion tab to
view the version number. Call Microsoft for an updated file if
you need it.
What Affects System Performance
How well your computer functions with the CD-Writer drive,
particularly how fast it writes data to a CD, depends on a number
of factors. Some of these factors are listed below.
Processor (CPU). The type and speed of your processor
greatly affects the speed at which your computer transfers
data to and from the CD-Writer drive. If the processor speed is
too slow, you may have to write at 1x speed.
RAM. Your computer must have enough memory available to
handle its operating system, the CD-Writer drives
applications, and the data you are transferring to and from
CDs. The system should not have to swap data to and from
the hard drive.
Your Har d Drive . The speed at which your hard drive
accesses and transfers data (its
access time
and
transfer rate
)
affects performance. Newer hard drives, those with a storage
capacity greater than 528 MB, are fast enough to handle the
CD-Writer drives 2x write speed.
Parallel Port Type. The type of parallel port on your
computer has a major influence in determining the speed at
which your CD-Writer drive runs. Possible parallel port types
are:
Standard parallel port (SPP) which is sometimes called bi-
directional or compatible
Enhanced parallel port (EPP)
Extended capabilities port (ECP)
Most PCs shipped since January 1995 contain support for the
required high-speed EPP and ECP modes. Systems shipped
before this date may only support SPP.