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NOTE: Avoid stringing too many IDE* cables together. IDE* cables must not exceed 45
cm in length.
Do you need a power cable?
Most computers provide spare internal power connectors. When you open the computer, check
the cable running from the hard disk* to the computer's internal power supply and see if there
are any spare connectors. If so, you can plug one of these into the power socket at the rear of
the TDK DVD-R/RW writer.
If you do not find any additional connectors (either because they were not supplied or are all in
use), you will have to buy a "splitter" or a "Y-connector". These are commonly available from
most retail and mail-order computer stores.
Mounting the TDK DVD-R/RW Writer
1. Power down your system and disconnect your computer and any external peripherals from
their power source.
2. Remove the cover of your computer as instructed in the manufacturer's manual if you have
not already done so. This will typically involve loosening or removing several screws on the
back panel of your computer and sliding off the cover (also see Fig. 5).
3. Discharge the static electricity from your computer and any other peripheral equipment by
touching the housing of the respective device.
4. Remove the cover from the bay that will hold the TDK DVD-R/RW writer. You will usually
only have to apply moderate pressure to the cover (from inside the computer) to pop it out.
However, some older computers use screws to hold the cover in place.
Figure 11: Removing the bay cover
Available bay with
cover panel
removed
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