IBM ThinkPad II Ultrabay Slim Drive User manual

ThinkPad CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo II
Ultrabay Slim Drive
User’s Guide
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ThinkPad CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo II
Ultrabay Slim Drive
User’s Guide
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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 B, “IBM
Statement of Limited Warranty - Z125-4753-07 - 11/2002,” on page 15
First Edition (February 2004)
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with IBM Corp.

Contents
Safety information . . . . . . . . . .v
General safety guidelines . . . . . . . vii
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
Power cords and power adapters . . . . . . . vii
Extension cords and related devices . . . . . . viii
Plugs and outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . viii
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii
Heat and product ventilation . . . . . . . .ix
CD and DVD drive safety . . . . . . . . . .ix
Registering your option . . . . . . . .xi
Chapter 1. About the CD-RW/DVD
Combo II drive . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Product description . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Software description . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Installation requirements . . . . . . . . . .3
Installing the drive . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Locating the drive controls . . . . . . . . .3
Chapter 2. Using the CD-RW/DVD
Combo II drive . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Before you begin . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Handling and caring for a disc . . . . . . . .5
Caring for the CD-RW/DVD Combo II drive . . .6
Loading a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Manually ejecting a disc . . . . . . . . . .7
Using the DVD function . . . . . . . . . .7
Enabling the DMA setting . . . . . . . . .8
Installing WinDVD and viewing a DVD movie . .8
Starting WinDVD . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Using the CD-R and CD-RW function . . . . . .9
Using drive letter access (DLA) . . . . . . . .10
Using the RecordNow software . . . . . . . .10
Backing up a CD . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Problem solving . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Appendix A. Service and Support . . .13
Online technical support . . . . . . . . . .13
Telephone technical support . . . . . . . . .13
Appendix B. IBM Statement of Limited
Warranty - Z125-4753-07 - 11/2002 . . .15
Part 2 - Country-unique Terms . . . . . . . . 18
Part 3 - Warranty Information . . . . . . . . 29
Appendix C. Notices . . . . . . . . .33
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Electronic emission notices . . . . . . . . .34
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
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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.
Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza.
Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsvoorschriften.
Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança.
Pred inštaláciou tohto zariadenia si pečítaje Bezpečnostné predpisy.
Antes de instalar este producto lea la información de seguridad.
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Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.
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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. IBM 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. Always make sure that the power is turned off and
that the product is unplugged from any power source before you attempt the
replacement. If you have any questions or concerns, contact the IBM Support
Center.
Power cords and power adapters
Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by the product
manufacturer.
Never wrap a power cord around the power adapter or other object. Doing so can
stress the cord in ways that can cause the cord to fray, crack or crimp. This can
present a safety hazard.
Always route power cords so that they will not be walked on, tripped over, or
pinched by objects.
Protect the cord and power adapters from liquids. For instance, do not leave your
cord or power adapter near sinks, tubs, toilets, or on floors that are cleaned with
liquid cleansers. Liquids can cause a short circuit, particularly if the cord or power
adapter has been stressed by misuse. Liquids can also cause gradual corrosion of
the power cord terminals and/or the connector terminals on the adapter which can
eventually result in overheating.
Always connect power cords and signal cables in the correct order and ensure that
all power cord connectors are securely and completely plugged into receptacles.
Do not use any power adapter that shows corrosion at the ac input pins and/or
shows signs of overheating (such as deformed plastic) at the ac input or anywhere
on the power adapter.
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.
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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.
Plugs and outlets
If a receptacle (power outlet) that you intend to use with your computer
equipment appears to be damaged or corroded, do not use the outlet until it is
replaced by a qualified electrician.
Do not bend or modify the plug. If the plug is damaged, contact the manufacturer
to obtain a replacement.
Some products are equipped with a three-pronged plug. This plug fits only into a
grounded electrical outlet. This is a safety feature. Do not defeat this safety feature
by trying to insert it into a non-grounded outlet. If you cannot insert the plug into
the outlet, contact an electrician for an approved outlet adapter or to replace the
outlet with one that enables this safety feature. Never overload an electrical outlet.
The overall system load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit rating.
Consult an electrician for more information if you have questions about power
loads and branch circuit ratings.
Be sure that the power outlet you are using is properly wired, easily accessible,
and located close to the equipment. Do not fully extend power cords in a way that
will stress the cords.
Connect and disconnect the equipment from the electrical outlet carefully
Batteries
All IBM personal computers contain a non-rechargeable coin cell battery to provide
power to the system clock. In addition many mobile products such as ThinkPad
notebook PCs utilize a rechargeable battery pack to provide system power when in
portable mode. Batteries supplied by IBM for use with your product have been
tested for compatibility and should only be replaced with IBM approved parts.
Never attempt to open or service any battery. Do not crush, puncture, or incinerate
batteries or short circuit the metal contacts. Do not expose the battery to water or
other liquids. Only recharge the battery pack strictly according to instructions
included in the product documentation.
Battery abuse or mishandling can cause the battery to overheat, which can cause
gasses or flame to “vent” from the battery pack or coin cell. If your battery is
damaged, or if you notice any discharge from your battery or the buildup of
foreign materials on the battery leads, stop using the battery and obtain a
replacement from the battery manufacturer.
Batteries can degrade when they are left unused for long periods of time. For some
rechargeable batteries (particularly Lithium Ion batteries), leaving a battery unused
in a discharged state could increase the risk of a battery short circuit, which could
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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.
Always follow these basic precautions:
v Do not leave the base of your computer in contact with your lap or any part of
your body for an extended period when the computer is functioning or when
the battery is charging. Your computer produces some heat during normal
operation. Extended contact with the body could cause discomfort or, potentially,
a skin burn.
v Do not operate your computer or charge the battery near flammable materials or
in explosive environments.
v Ventilation slots, fans and/or heat sinks are provided with the product for safety,
comfort, and reliable operation. These features might inadvertently become
blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, carpet, or other flexible surface.
Never block, cover or disable these features.
CD and DVD drive safety
CD and DVD drives spin discs at a high speed. If a CD or DVD is cracked or
otherwise physically damaged, it is possible for the disc to break apart or even
shatter when the CD drive is in use. To protect against possible injury due to this
situation, and to reduce the risk of damage to your machine, do the following:
v Always store CD/DVD discs in their original packaging
v Always store CD/DVD discs out of direct sunlight and away from direct heat
sources
v Remove CD/DVD discs from the computer when not in use
v Do not bend or flex CD/DVD discs, or force them into the computer or their
packaging
v Check CD/DVD discs for cracks before each use. Do not use cracked or
damaged discs
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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.com/pc/register/
IBM will send you information and updates on your registered product unless you
indicate on the Web site questionnaire that you do not want to receive further
information.
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Chapter 1. About the CD-RW/DVD Combo II drive
This manual provides information on registering, installing, and using the IBM
®
ThinkPad
®
CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo II Ultrabay
™
Slim Drive, and is available
on the Software and User’s Guide CD in the following languages:
v English
v French
v German
v Italian
v Japanese
v Spanish
v Brazilian Portuguese
v Simplified Chinese
v Traditional Chinese
v Czechoslovakian
v Slovak
v Turkish
The
appendixes of this guide contain warranty information and legal notices.
Product description
The IBM ThinkPad CD-RW/DVD Combo II Ultrabay Slim Drive can write to and
read from CD-RW and CD-Recordable (CD-R) discs, and can read mass-produced,
stamped CDs and DVDs. This drive can also read DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW,
DVD+R, and DVD+RW formatted media. (Some DVD+R and DVD+RW media
brands may not be compatible.)
The drive writes to CD-R and CD-RW discs at different speeds. CD-R media can
be written at 24X Max speeds, while CD-RW media can be written and rewritten at
24X Max speeds. CD media can be read at 24X Max speeds, while DVD media can
be read at 8X Max speeds. This drive also features buffer underrun protection
which helps minimize recording errors.
In addition to this Software and User’s Guide CD, you should have received the
following:
v CD-RW/DVD Combo II Ultrabay Slim Drive
v Carrying case
v Laser Safety Guide
v Quick Reference Guide
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 A, “Service and Support,” on page 13 for technical support information.
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Software description
Your IBM CD-RW & DVD-ROM Software and User’s Guide CD contains the
following software:
v IBM Drive Letter Access (DLA)
This software enables you to write directly to CD-RW or CD-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 an drag-and-drop files, create
new directories, or save files from any application directly to your
CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo II drive.
v UDF reader
This software enables you to install software for reading DVD-RAM, DVD-RW,
and CD-RW media on computes with DVD drives. It also allows you to read
DLA-created discs on systems without DLA installed.
v IBM RecordNow
IBM RecordNow is disc mastering software that allows you to create your own
music or data discs from files on your computer, or from other disc media such
as CDs or DVDs. Music discs created with IBM RecordNow will play on any CD
player, whether it’s at home, in your car, or through your computer’s CD-ROM.
IBM RecordNow also makes it easy to create data discs that can be read on any
appropriate CD or DVD disc reader.
Note: Some DVD players cannot read CD-R media. Refer to the documentation
that accompanied your drive for information on supported media.
IBM RecordNow guides you, step-by-step, through the recording process with
simple Wizards and an intuitive user interface.
Using IBM RecordNow you can create:
– Exact copies of existing discs - The Exact Copy feature makes a duplicate of
your master disc, transferring the disc layout of the original disc to your
CD-R or CD-RWmedia.
– Discs of archived data from your hard drive - The Make a Data Disc feature
is used to store electronic data, such as the files and applications that reside
on your computer’s hard drive. Unlike music discs, data discs are used to
store files that are readable only by a computer, and cannot be played on
your home or car stereo-even if audio files are on the disc.
– Music compilations from WAV, MP3, or WMA files, or from existing music
discs - The Make a Music Disc feature creates custom music discs from files
on your hard drive or your existing music discs. The CD music database
feature can automatically tag your files with track information to help you
sort through your collection.
Note:
Please reference the IBM RecordNow On-line Help, for more information
on how to Make an Exact copy, Create a Data Disc, or to Create an Audio
disc with IBM RecordNow. Please also see “Using the RecordNow
software” on page 10 for more information.
To start RecordNow, complete the following procedure:
1. Click Start.
2. Click Programs.
3. Click IBM RecordNow.
4. Click RecordNow to open the main recording software window.
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v Intervideo WinDVD
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 CD-RW/DVD Combo II drive, your ThinkPad computer must
contain the following requirements:
v ThinkPad system with an Ultrabay Slim Drive
v ThinkPad X4 Ultrabase Dock or Dock II with a ThinkPad Slim Drive Adapter for
Ultrabay 2000 option
v Microsoft Windows
®
XP or Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional operating
system
Note:
IBM offers limited support for computers with Microsoft Windows 95,
Windows 98, Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition (Me), or Microsoft
Windows NT
®
Desktop operating systems.
Installing the drive
Your ThinkPad computer includes a help system, Access ThinkPad, that provides
drive installation instructions specific to your computer. To correctly install the
CD-RW/DVD Combo II drive into the Ultrabay Slim drive bay, use the instructions
given in the Access ThinkPad help system.
Locating the drive controls
Please refer to the ThinkPad user’s guide for instructions on locating the drive
controls.
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Chapter 2. Using the CD-RW/DVD Combo II drive
This section provides information on how to handle, load, and care for DVDs and
CDs and how to care for your CD-RW/DVD Combo II 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.
v Keep the ThinkPad computer on a flat surface when writing to a disc.
v Make sure the ThinkPad computer is plugged into an ac outlet when using the
drive. The disc might be damaged if the battery runs out while writing to a disc.
v Turn screensavers off. Using a screensaver might interrupt the formatting and
writing process.
v Do not put your ThinkPad computer into hibernation or suspend mode while
writing to a disc.
Note:
The read and write results of the drive depend upon the quality and
characteristics of the DVD or CD media used.
Handling and caring for a disc
Carefully handle and clean discs, especially writable media types such as CD-R
and CD-RW discs, so that they remain readable. You can prolong the life of your
discs by using the following precautions:
v Always store CD ROMs in their original packaging
v Always store CD ROMs out of direct sunlight
v Always store CD ROMs away from direct heat sources
v Remove CD ROMs from the computer when not in use
v Check CD ROM for cracks BEFORE each use
v DO NOT force CD ROMs into the computer/packaging
v DO NOT bend or flex CD ROMs
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT use CD ROMs that are cracked.
Attention: Wiping a disc using a circular motion can cause data loss.
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v Handle a disc by the edges or the center hole. Do not touch the surface of a disc.
v To remove dust or fingerprints, wipe a disc from the center to the edge with a
soft, lint-free cloth.
v Do not write on the surface of a disc.
v Do not place a disc in direct sunlight.
v Do not use commercial cleaners to clean a disc.
v Do not bend a disc.
Caring for the CD-RW/DVD Combo II 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.
v Do not operate the drive under any of the following conditions:
– High temperature, high humidity, or direct sunlight
– Excessive vibration, sudden shock, or inclined surface
– Excessive dust
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