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Note Note Before using this information and the product it supports, read “Lenovo Limited Warranty and Notice“ first. First Edition (May 2009)
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Lenovo (Beijing) Ltd. will not be responsible for any data loss caused by malfunction of hardware and software, repair, and other situations; nor will we be responsible for associated indirect loss. Please backup your data properly.
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Extension cords and related devices ... xi Plugs and outlets ... xi Batteries ...xii Heat and product ventilation ...xiii Chapter 1. About the Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner ...1 Product description ... 1 Locating the controls ... 2 Hardware and software requirements ... 3 Main features ...
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Appendix B. Electronic emission notices ...21 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity ... 21 Appendix C. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS) ...27 China RoHS ... 27 Turkish statement of compliance ... 27 vi Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner GP20N User Guide...
Note: Some parts can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. These parts are referred to as Customer Replaceable Units, or CRUs. Lenovo expressly identifies CRUs as such, and provides documentation with instructions when it is appropriate for customers to replace those parts. You must closely follow all instructions when performing such replacements.
Do not use any power cords where the electrical contacts on either end show signs of corrosion or overheating or where the power cord appears to have been damaged in any way. x Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner GP20N User Guide...
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.
In addition many mobile products such as notebook PCs utilize a rechargeable battery pack to provide system power when in portable mode. Batteries supplied by Lenovo for use with your product have been tested for compatibility and should only be replaced with Lenovo approved parts.
Always follow these basic precautions: • Do not leave your computer, AC power adapter, or accessories in contact with your lap or any part of your body for an extended period when the products are functioning or when the battery is charging.
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Product description The Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner is a portable DVD and CD recordable drive that easily attaches to the USB 2.0 connectors on your computer through a USB data cable and a USB power cable. The...
The following figure shows the locations of the controls on the drive. 1 Disc tray 2 LED indicator 3 Eject button 2 Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner GP20N User Guide Used to firmly seat the medium with the label facing up on the disc tray. Attention: Push the CD/DVD medium down until it clicks and is secured in the center.
• Microsoft Windows ® system Chapter 1. About the Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner 3 Attention: An electrical locking mechanism is used in this drive so that an erroneous operation does not open the to disc tray during write. Make...
Main features The main features of the Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner include: • Easy connection The drive incorporates the interface conforming to the USB 2.0 High Speed standard. Thus, it can easily be connected to or disconnected from your computer when the computer is powered on.
Chapter 2. Installing and Using the Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner This chapter provides information on how to install, use, remove and maintain the Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner. Installing the drive Before installing the drive, check the locations of the controls on the drive.
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4. Insert the USB Mini-B plug 3 of the USB data cable into the USB connector on the drive. 5. Insert the USB A plug 1 of the USB data cable into the USB connector on your computer. 6 Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner GP20N User Guide...
2. Carefully lift the edge of the medium from the disc tray while pressing the center section of the clamp. 3. Gently close the disc tray until it is completely locked. Chapter 2. Installing and Using the Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner 7...
5. Gently pull out the disc tray until you can remove the medium. CAUTION: Be sure the drive is powered off when using the emergency eject. Use the Eject button instead of the emergency eject except in an emergency. 8 Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner GP20N User Guide...
5. Click OK. The drive is safely removed from the system. 6. Remove the USB data cable from the USB connector of the computer. Chapter 2. Installing and Using the Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner 9...
USB data cable from the drive after disconnecting the drive from your computer. Do not apply solvents such as benzene or thinner. Chemical cleaners for home or industrial use may damage the coating of the drive. 10 Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner GP20N User Guide...
Chapter 3. Working with the Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner This chapter provides information on how to use media when working with the Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner. Before you begin For best results, review these guidelines before using the drive: •...
• To remove dust or fingerprints, wipe media from the center to the edge with a soft, lint-free cloth. Attention: Wiping a medium using a circular motion can cause data loss. 12 Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner GP20N User Guide...
3. Insert a medium in the disc tray with the label facing up. 4. Close the drive by gently closing the disc tray. 5. Wait for the drive LED indicator to glitter. 6. Double-click the CD-ROM or DVD-RAM/DVD-R/DVD-RW icon. Chapter 3. Working with the Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner 13...
DVD-RW media can be erased and rewritten, but can be used only with newer Multi-Read and DVD-RW-compatible DVD-ROM drives. You can use DVD-RW media to back up, store, and update files or to copy files from another DVD. 14 Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner GP20N User Guide...
Review this list for any problem descriptions that might fit your situation: The Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner is not recognized by the operating system. Ensure that the USB data cable goes from the host computer to the USB connector of the drive. Ensure that the USB power cable goes from the host computer to the USB connector of the drive.
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3. Turn off the computer. Wait 45 seconds; then turn on the computer and press the Eject button again. 4. If the above actions do not work, use the emergency eject. See “Manually ejecting the media” on page 8. 16 Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner GP20N User Guide...
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You cannot read from the CD or DVD medium after successfully writing to it. To solve the problem, do the following: 1. If you can view the CD or DVD medium in another CD or DVD player or you can see previous sessions, the directory information might be damaged on the volume, making it unreadable.
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Appendix A. Product specifications This appendix includes the following information for the Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner: • Physical specifications • Power requirements • Environmental requirements • Read speeds • Write speeds Physical specifications The physical specifications Physical specifications Height...
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1 MB = 10 bytes, 1 MB/s = 10 1. Product-description data represents Lenovo’s design objectives and is provided for comparative purposes; actual results might vary based on a variety of factors. This product data does not constitute a warranty. Data is subject to change without notice.
Appendix B. Electronic emission notices The following information refers to the Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Lenovo is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben. Des Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der Lenovo empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden. Lenovo übernimmt keine Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen, wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung der Lenovo verändert bzw.
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Avis de conformité à la directive de l’Union Européenne Le présent produit satisfait aux exigences de protection énoncées dans la directive 2004/108/EC du Conseil concernant le rapprochement des législations des Etats membres relatives à la 24 Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner GP20N User Guide...
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UE, Directiva 2004/108/EC en lo que a la legislatura de los Estados Miembros sobre compatibilidad electromagnética se refiere. Lenovo no puede aceptar responsabilidad alguna si este producto deja de satisfacer dichos requisitos de protección como resultado de una modificación no recomendada del producto, incluyendo el ajuste de tarjetas de opción que no sean Lenovo.
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Classe B sono stati stabiliti al fine di fornire ragionevole protezione da interferenze mediante dispositivi di comunicazione in concessione in ambienti residenziali tipici. Korea Class B Compliance Japan VCCI Class B Compliance 26 Lenovo USB Portable DVD Burner GP20N User Guide...
March 1, 2007 for sale in the People’s Republic of China. Turkish statement of compliance The Lenovo product meets the requirements of the Republic of Turkey Directive on the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE).