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2000 Professional v Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition (Me) v Microsoft Windows XP In addition to this User’s Guide, provided on the IBM Multi-Burner User’s Guide and Software Disc 1, your option package contains the following: v IBM Multi-Burner v Media Pak containing: –...
This software enables you to install software for reading DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, and CD-RW media on computers with DVD drives. v IBM Record Now This software enables you to copy CDs, create audio CDs, create MP3 CDs, and author data CDs. You can also use RecordNow to write data to DVD-R and DVD-RW discs for use in other computers or compatible consumer electronics products.
Drive controls and connectors The following diagrams show the location and functions of the drive controls and connectors. Front view of the drive M U L T I M U L T I RECORDER 1 Disc drawer This drawer is where you load and unload a disc. 2 Busy indicator This light comes on when the drive reads from, writes to, or plays a disc.
Some non-IBM computers use special ATA cables with two wires reversed in the device connectors so that the drives can be configured by the cable instead of by jumper position. Use the cable-select position only for computers that are equipped with these special cables.
Step 4. Mounting the drive in the bay Attention Be sure to use the M3 x 5-mm mounting screws in the option package when securing screws directly into the drive. Using screws that are too long might damage the drive. You can mount the drive horizontally or vertically in the computer.
All of the software for the drive is contained on the User’s Guide and Software Discs. The User’s Guide and Software Disc 1 contains this User’s Guide, IBM RecordNow, IBM Simple Backup, and IBM DLA. The User’s Guide and Software Disc 2 contains Intervideo WinDVD and roxio VideoWave. Complete the following procedure to install the software: 1.
Removing the disc from the cartridge Using the tip of a ball point pen, push and break the lock pin tab 1 . To remove the disc, use a ball point pen to push down on the cartridge lid lock 2 and pull the cartridge lid out 3 . When the cartridge lid is open, the disc can be removed.
The first time that you insert a DVD Video disc into the drive, you will be prompted to set the region. If you relocate to a different region of the world, you can use the DVD Player software to change the region code. IBM Multi-Burner User’s Guide...
Note: You can change the DVD region code only five times. After you make five region code changes, the drive can play only MPEG-2 video titles that are associated with the fifth region code that you set. To change the region code, do the following: 1.
Avoid exposing the drive to the following conditions: – High humidity – High temperature – Excessive dust – Mechanical vibration – Sudden shock or dropping – Placement on an inclined surface – Direct sunlight 1-10 IBM Multi-Burner User’s Guide...
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– Sudden temperature changes 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. v Do not move the drive unit without removing any discs from the disc drawer and making sure that the drawer is closed.
Relative humidity (noncondensing) 1. Product-description data represents IBM’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.
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1. Before creating special CONFIG.SYS and AUTOEXEC.BAT files, make a backup copy of these files in a convenient directory. From a DOS prompt, do the following: a. Type copy CONFIG.SYS CONFIG.IBM and press Enter. b. Type copy AUTOEXEC.BAT AUTOEXEC.IBM and press Enter.
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Some audio adapters might require a special cable. See the documentation that comes with your audio adapter. You might have to separately purchase an audio cable for the Multi-Burner. If you are using an IBM computer or IBM audio adapter, refer to Appendix D, “Warranty information” on page D-1.
9. Click the Advanced Settings tab. 10. Select the appropriate Transfer Mode pull-down that corresponds to the Multi-Burner location, (Device 0 for Master, Device 1 for Slave) 11. Select DMA if it is available. 12. Click OK. IBM Multi-Burner User’s Guide...
During the warranty period, assistance for replacement or exchange of defective components is available. In addition, if your IBM option is installed in an IBM computer, you might be entitled to service at your location. Your technical support representative can help you determine the best alternative.
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For the support telephone number and support hours by country, refer to the following table. If the number for your country or region is not listed, contact your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. Response time may vary depending on the number and nature of the calls received.
This Statement of Limited Warranty includes Part 1 - General Terms and Part 2 - Country-unique Terms. 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, from IBM or your reseller.
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IBM or your reseller of changes in a Machine’s location. IBM is responsible for loss of, or damage to, your Machine while it is 1) in IBM’s possession or 2) in transit in those cases where IBM is responsible for the transportation charges.
Governing Law Governing Law: Both you and IBM consent to the application of the laws of the country in which you acquired the Machine to govern, interpret, and enforce all of your and IBM’s rights, duties, and obligations arising from, or relating in any manner to, the subject matter of this Agreement, without regard to conflict of law principles.
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The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 will not apply in respect of any goods which IBM provides, if you require the goods for the purposes of a business as defined in that Act.
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IBM’s rights, duties, and obligations arising from, or relating in any manner to, the subject matter of this Agreement, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from or in connection with this Agreement will first be resolved by friendly...
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Statement of Limited Warranty will not apply to damages caused by IBM with fraud or gross negligence and for express warranty. The following sentence is added to the end of item 2: IBM’s liability under this item is limited to the violation of essential contractual terms in cases of ordinary negligence.
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The following item is added to this paragraph: 3. breach of IBM’s obligations implied by Section 12 of the Sale of Goods Act 1979 or Section 2 of the Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982.
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. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any IBM intellectual property right may be used instead.
Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. Proper cables and connectors are available from IBM authorized dealers. IBM 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.
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Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility. IBM can not accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non-recommended modification of the product, including the fitting of non-IBM option cards.
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Europea 89/336/CEE sull’armonizzazione legislativa degli stati membri in materia di compatibilità elettromagnetica. IBM non accetta responsabilità alcuna per la mancata conformità alle normative di protezione dovuta a modifiche non consigliate al prodotto, compresa l’installazione di schede e componenti di marca diversa da IBM.
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Part Number: 22P6972 Printed in U.S.A. (1P) P/N: 22P6972...
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