ThinkPad Multi-Burner Ultrabay Slim Drive User’s Guide
ThinkPad Multi-Burner Ultrabay Slim Drive User’s Guide
ATTENTION Before installing this product, read the ThinkPad System Safety Booklet. Note Be sure to keep your proof of purchase, because it might be required for warranty services. See Appendix C, “IBM Statement of Limited Warranty - Z125-4753-07 - 11/2002,” on page 21. Second Edition (February 2004) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2004. All rights reserved. US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.
Contents Safety information . . . . . . . . . . v General safety guidelines. . . . . . . vii Service . . . . . . . . . . Power cords and power adapters . Extension cords and related devices Plugs and outlets . . . . . . Batteries . . . . . . . . . Heat and product ventilation . . CD and DVD drive safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii . vii . . . . . . viii . . . . . . viii . . . . . . viii . . . . . . ix . . . . . . ix Registering your option . . . . . . . . xi Chapter 1.
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Safety information Before installing this product, read the Safety Information. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança. Pred instalací tohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí. Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt. Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information. Avant d’installer ce produit, lisez les consignes de sécurité. Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen.
Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.
General safety guidelines Always observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury and property damage. Service Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the IBM Support Center. Use only an IBM authorized service provider who is approved to repair your particular product. Note: Some parts can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. These parts are referred to as Customer Replaceable Units, or CRUs.
Extension cords and related devices Ensure that extension cords, surge protectors, uninterruptible power supplies, and power strips that you use are rated to handle the electrical requirements of the product. Never overload these devices. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed the power strip input rating. Consult an electrician for more information if you have questions about power loads, power requirements, and input ratings.
shorten the life of the battery and can also pose a safety hazard. Do not let rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries completely discharge or store these batteries in a discharged state. Heat and product ventilation Computers generate heat when turned on and when batteries are charging. Notebook PCs can generate a significant amount of heat due to their compact size.
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Registering your option Thank you for purchasing this IBM® product. Please take a few moments to register your product and provide us with information that will help IBM to better serve you in the future. Your feedback is valuable to us in developing products and services that are important to you, as well as in developing better ways to communicate with you. Register your option on the IBM Web site at http://www.ibm.
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Chapter 1. About the Multi-Burner drive This manual provides information on registering, installing, and using the IBM® ThinkPad® Multi-Burner Ultrabay™ Slim Drive, and is available on the Software and User’s Guide Super CD in the following languages: v Brazilian Portuguese v Czechoslovakian v English v French v German v Italian v Japanese v Simplified Chinese v Slovak v Spanish v Traditional Chinese v Turkish The appendixes of this guide contain warranty information and legal notices.
Note: Your kit might also contain a software update diskette. Contact your place of purchase if an item is missing or damaged. Be sure to retain your proof of purchase. It might be required to receive warranty service. See Appendix C, “IBM Statement of Limited Warranty - Z125-4753-07 - 11/2002,” on page 21 for technical support information.
This software enables you to write directly to CD-RW, CD-R, DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, and DVD-R media using the drive letter like you would if you were writing to a diskette. All disc format types can be formatted by DLA. With DLA, you can drag-and-drop files, create new directories, or save files from any application directly to your Multi-Burner. v UDF reader This software enables you to install software for reading DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, and CD-RW media on computers with DVD drives.
This software enables you to play back DVD videos on your computer or to play video files from your hard disk drive. Note: Some graphics adapters such as the FIREGL, Intergraph, and 3dLabs, do not support DVD video playback. Installation requirements To install the Multi-Burner drive, your ThinkPad computer must contain the following requirements: v A ThinkPad system with an Ultrabay Slim Drive Bay v A ThinkPad X4 Ultrabase Dock or Dock II v Windows XP or Microsoft Windows 2000 operating system Notes: 1.
Chapter 2. Using the Multi-Burner drive This section provides information on how to handle, load, and care for DVDs and CDs and how to care for your Multi-Burner drive. Before you begin For best results, review the following guidelines before using the drive: v Do not move your ThinkPad computer while formatting or writing a disc as this might cause data errors. Also, minimize typing while formatting or writing to a disc, as this might also cause data errors.
Caring for the Multi-Burner drive To protect your drive during operation, observe the following precautions: v Remove the disc from the drive before moving the drive. v Do not insert foreign objects into the drive. v Do not stack objects on the drive. v Do not remove the drive cover or attempt to service the drive.
Using the drive This section contains information on using the Multi-Burner. Using single and double-sided DVD-RAM media DVD-RAM media is available in single-sided and double-sided versions. The 2.6 GB and 4.7 GB versions are single-sided. The 9.4 GB versions are double-sided. To access the data on both sides of the media, you must remove the media from the drive, turn it over, and re-insert it into the drive.
Precautions for handling Be careful when handling the removed disc. Debris, dust particles, fingerprints, smears, or scratches may impair recording and playback of the media. To clean dust or other debris, use a CD Cleaning Kit. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the disc. Do not use solvents to clean the disc surface. When labeling a disc, write only on the printed label side or the cartridge using a soft felt-tip marker. Keep out of direct sunlight, high temperatures, and humidity.
Note: For Windows 95, the DVD movie player is supported by Windows 95 OSR2.0 or later versions. You can check which version of Windows 95 you are using by doing the following: 1. Click Start, move the cursor to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2. Double-click System. Read the numbers under “System.” v 4.00.950B means that your version is Windows 95 OSR2.0 or OSR2.1. v 4.00.950C means that your version is Windows 95 OSR2.5.
import and edit your own video and audio files, then save them into any supported format. The supported formats include MPEG-1, MPEG-2, ASF, WMV, and AVI. When you have prepared your video and audio files, by going through the “Capture” and “Edit” steps, you can then add a customized menu from within the “Author” function. You can import your own still images to use as menu backgrounds or select one of the sample images.
After the region code has been changed from its initial setting four times, it is fixed and can no longer be changed. Thereafter, you can play DVD content only from that region. To display the region code status, click the WinDVD Properties button on the WinDVD user interface. The General tab contains this information. To change the region code, do the following: 1. Turn on your computer and start your operating system. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Click Start. Select Programs. Click Intervideo WinDVD.
4. After formatting is complete, you can drag and drop files to the Multi-Burner drive icon, or you can move files in Windows Explorer. To make CD-R and DVD-R media compatible in other computers: 1. Double-click My Computer. Right-click the Multi-Burner drive letter. 2. Click Make Compatible. To use UDF formatted DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, or CD-RW media in other computers, a UDF reader is included on the User’s Guide and Software Super CD. To use the UDF reader, follow this procedure: 1.
– Dropping an ISO or GI CD image into the files box for a data CD will record the image file directly onto the CD. – To make an ISO image of a CD with RecordNow, select Copy a CD and set the destination recorder to record file to hard disk. Note: To limit the recording speed in RecordNow, select Options, and in the Advanced tab window pick the speed of your choice from the drop down box entitled, ″Limit the Maximum recorder speed.
Problem solving Computer problems can be caused by hardware, software, or user error. The information in this section might be useful to help you solve problems or to gather helpful information you can pass on to a service technician. You might also need to refer to your computer, operating-system, or sound-adapter publications. Review the following list for any problem descriptions that might fit your situation. You cannot create a multisession disc.
4. Avoid writing at the slower 1X speed unless required by your computer. Chapter 2.
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Appendix A. Product specifications This appendix includes the following information: v Physical specifications v Power requirements v Environmental requirements v Read speeds v Write speeds Physical specifications The physical specifications1 of the drive are listed in the following table. Physical specification Height 9.5 mm (0.4 in.) Width 128 mm (5 in.) Length 129 mm (5.09 in.) Weight 210 g (0.
Environmental requirements Specification Operational Nonoperational Temperature (noncondensing) +5° C to +50° C Relative humidity (noncondensing) -20° C to +60° C (+41° F to +122° F) (-4° F to +140° F) 10% to 80% 5% to 90% Read speeds Media Read Speed DVD-ROM (single layer) 8X Max. DVD-ROM (dual layer) 6X Max. DVD-R (4.7 GB) 4X Max. DVD-RW (4.7 GB) 4X Max. DVD-RAM (4.7/9.4 GB) 2X Max. DVD-RAM (2.6 GB) 1X CD-ROM 24X Max. CD-R 24X Max. CD-RW 12X Max. CD-DA (DAE) 20X Max.
Appendix B. Service and Support The following information describes the technical support that is available for your product, during the warranty period or throughout the life of the product. Refer to your IBM Statement of Limited Warranty for a full explanation of IBM warranty terms. Online technical support Online technical support is available during the life of your product through the Personal Computing Support Web site at www-3.ibm.com/pc/support/site.wss/.
Country or Region Telephone Number Country or Region Telephone Number Belgium Dutch 02-210-9820 New Zealand 0800-446-149 French 02-210-9800 Bolivia 0800-0189 Norway 66 81 11 00 Brazil 55-11-3889-8986 Peru 0-800-50-866 Canada 1-800-565-3344 Philippines 632-995-2225 Toronto 416-383-3344 Chile 800-224-488 Portugal 21-791 51 47 China (PRC) 800-810-1818 Russia 095-940-2000 China (Hong Kong S.A.R.
Appendix C. IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-07 - 11/2002 Part 1 - General Terms This Statement of Limited Warranty includes Part 1 - General Terms, Part 2 Country-unique Terms, and Part 3 - Warranty Information. The terms of Part 2 replace or modify those of Part 1. The warranties provided by IBM in this Statement of Limited Warranty apply only to Machines you purchase for your use, and not for resale.
v any non-IBM products, including those that IBM may procure and provide with or integrate into an IBM Machine at your request. The warranty is voided by removal or alteration of identification labels on the Machine or its parts. IBM does not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of a Machine.
functionally equivalent to the item replaced. The replacement assumes the warranty service status of the replaced item. Your Additional Responsibilities Before IBM or your reseller exchanges a Machine or part, you agree to remove all features, parts, options, alterations, and attachments not under warranty service. You also agree to: 1. ensure that the Machine is free of any legal obligations or restrictions that prevent its exchange; 2.
This limit also applies to IBM’s suppliers and your reseller. It is the maximum for which IBM, its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible.
In accordance with Article 1328 of the Peruvian Civil Code the limitations and exclusions specified in this section will not apply to damages caused by IBM’s willful misconduct (″dolo″) or gross negligence (″culpa inexcusable″). NORTH AMERICA How to Obtain Warranty Service: The following is added to this Section: To obtain warranty service from IBM in Canada or the United States, call 1-800-IBM-SERV (426-7378). CANADA Limitation of Liability: The following replaces item 1 of this section: 1.
Arbitration: The following is added under this heading: Disputes arising out of or in connection with this Statement of Limited Warranty shall be finally settled by arbitration which shall be held in Singapore in accordance with the Arbitration Rules of Singapore International Arbitration Center (″SIAC Rules″) then in effect. The arbitration award shall be final and binding for the parties without appeal and shall be in writing and set forth the findings of fact and the conclusions of law.
If one of the parties refuses or otherwise fails to appoint an arbitrator within 30 days of the date the other party appoints its, the first appointed arbitrator shall be the sole arbitrator, provided that the arbitrator was validly and properly appointed. All proceedings shall be conducted, including all documents presented in such proceedings, in the English language. The English language version of this Statement of Limited Warranty prevails over any other language version.
arbitration award shall be final and binding for the parties without appeal and shall be in writing and set forth the findings of fact and the conclusions of law. The number of arbitrators shall be three, with each side to the dispute being entitled to appoint one arbitrator. The two arbitrators appointed by the parties shall appoint a third arbitrator who shall act as chairman of the proceedings.
Add the following paragraph in Western Europe (Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, San Marino, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Vatican State): The warranty for Machines acquired in Western Europe shall be valid and applicable in all Western Europe countries provided the Machines have been announced and made available in such countries.
nullity of the execution of this Statement of Limited Warranty shall be settled by Arbitration Court of Moscow; 6) in South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho and Swaziland, both of us agree to submit all disputes relating to this Statement of Limited Warranty to the jurisdiction of the High Court in Johannesburg; 7) in Turkey all disputes arising out of or in connection with this Statement of Limited Warranty shall be resolved by the Istanbul Central (Sultanahmet) Courts and Execution Directorates of Istanbul, the R
Spango Valley Greenock Scotland PA 16 OAH AUSTRIA, DENMARK, FINLAND, GREECE, ITALY, NETHERLANDS, PORTUGAL, SPAIN, SWEDEN AND SWITZERLAND Limitation of Liability: The following replaces the terms of this section in its entirety: Except as otherwise provided by mandatory law: 1.
CONSEQUENCE OF THE EVENT THAT GENERATED THE DAMAGES; OR 4) LOSS OF BUSINESS, REVENUE, GOODWILL, OR ANTICIPATED SAVINGS. THE FOLLOWING TERMS APPLY TO THE COUNTRY SPECIFIED: AUSTRIA What this Warranty Covers: The following replaces the first sentence of the first paragraph of this section: The warranty for an IBM Machine covers the functionality of the Machine for its normal use and the Machine’s conformity to its Specifications.
GERMANY What this Warranty Covers: The following replaces the first sentence of the first paragraph of this section: The warranty for an IBM Machine covers the functionality of the Machine for its normal use and the Machine’s conformity to its Specifications. The following paragraphs are added to this section: The minimum warranty period for Machines is twelve months.
For the purposes of this section, a ″Default″ means any act, statement, omission, or negligence on the part of IBM in connection with, or in relation to, the subject matter of this Statement of Limited Warranty in respect of which IBM is legally liable to you, whether in contract or tort. A number of Defaults which together result in, or contribute to, substantially the same loss or damage will be treated as one Default occurring on the date of occurrence of the last such Default.
liable to you, whether in contract or tort. A number of Defaults which together result in, or contribute to, substantially the same loss or damage will be treated as one Default. Circumstances may arise where, because of a Default, you are entitled to recover damages from IBM. This section sets out the extent of IBM’s liability and your sole remedy. 1. IBM will accept unlimited liability for: a. death or personal injury caused by the negligence of IBM; and b.
A warranty period of 1 year on parts and 1 year on labor means that IBM provides warranty service without charge for parts and labor during the 1 year warranty period. Types of Warranty Service If required, IBM provides repair or exchange service depending on the type of warranty service specified for your Machine in the above table and as described below. Warranty service may be provided by your reseller if approved by IBM to perform warranty service.
definitions, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and Support by Product (Machine) with links to Product Support pages. The IBM Statement of Limited Warranty is also available on this site in 29 languages. To obtain warranty service contact IBM or your IBM reseller. In Canada or the United States, call 1-800-IBM-SERV (426-7378). For other countries, see the telephone numbers below. Phone numbers are subject to change without notice. For the latest phone number list, go to www-3.ibm.com/pc/support/site.
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Appendix D. Notices IBM may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local IBM representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to an IBM product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that IBM product, program, or service may be used.
vary significantly. Some measurements may have been made on development-level systems and there is no guarantee that these measurements will be the same on generally available systems. Furthermore, some measurements may have been estimated through extrapolation. Actual results may vary. Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their specific environment.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Deutsche EMV-Direktive (electromagnetische Verträglichkeit) Zulassungbescheinigunglaut dem Deutschen Gesetz über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit von Geräten (EMVG) vom 30. August 1995 (bzw. der EMC EG Richtlinie 89/336): Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt in Übereinstimmungmit dem Deutschen EMVG das EG-Konformitätszeichen - CE - zu führen.
IBM ne peut accepter aucune responsabilité pour le manquement aux exigences de protection résultant d’une modification non recommandée du produit, y compris l’installation de cartes autres que les cartes IBM. Ce produit a été testé et il satisfait les conditions de l’équipement informatique de Classe B en vertu de Standard européen EN 55022.
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