Guidelines for using the drive
To avoid causing data errors or interrupting the formatting or writing process,
observe the following guidelines while the drive is writing to a disc:
v Do not move the server.
v Turn off any screen saver on the server.
v Do not allow the server to go into standby or other power-saving mode.
Attention:
v Operate the drive only on a level surface.
v Do not insert foreign objects into the drive.
v Do not remove the drive cover or attempt to service the drive.
v Do not operate the drive under conditions of high temperature, high humidity,
Handling discs
To prolong the life of a disc and protect the data that is on it, observe the following
precautions:
v Store the disc in its original packaging, away from direct sunlight and heat
v Handle the disc by its edges or by the center hole.
v If you must write on a disc, use a soft felt-tip marker, and do not write on the
v Do not bend the disc.
v Do not use a cracked disc. Check the disc for cracks before you use it.
v Remove the disk from the drive when you are not using it.
v If you must clean the data surface of the disc, use only a soft, lint free cloth and
Using double-sided media
To access both sides of double-sided media, you must remove the disc from the
drive, turn it over, and reinsert it.
Inserting or removing a disc
To open the drive tray, make sure that the server is turned on, and press the eject
button.
Attention:
When you place a disc in the tray, make sure that the label side of the disc is facing
up. Align the center of the disc with the drive spindle; then, gently press down on
the disc until it locks in place. To close the tray, press the eject button or gently
push in on the tray.
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HH SATA Multi-Burner Optical Disk Drive: User's Guide
To avoid damaging the drive, observe the following precautions:
direct sunlight, excessive dust, excessive vibration, or sudden shock.
sources.
data surface of the disc.
wipe from the center to the edge. Do not use any cleaning solvents.
Attention:
Wiping a disc in a circular motion might cause data loss.
Do not use force or insert foreign objects to open the loading tray.