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To see the configuration information for most IBM computers, press F1 during
startup when the IBM graphic displays in the upper right corner of the screen.
When you have finished reviewing the information, save the changes and exit.
Step 9. Installing the CD-RW drive software
The User’s Guide and Software CD contains two software applications for use with
the CD writing functions of your CD-RW drive:
v IBM RecordNow
v IBM Drive Letter Access (DLA)
There is another application that will be useful in some circumstances.
v UDF Reader
For more information on these applications, see “Software description” on page 2.
To install these applications, do the following:
1. Insert the User’s Guide and Software CD into your CD-RW drive.
2. If the CD starts automatically, follow the on-screen instructions. If it does not
start automatically, do the following:
a. Click Start->Run and type e:\engage.bat where e is the letter of your
CD-ROM drive.
b. Click OK.
3. Select your language.
4. Select the application you want to install.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Using CD-R and CD-RW discs
The CD-RW drive can write to both CD-R and CD-RW discs. CD-RW discs can be
erased and reused many times, while CD-R discs can be written to only once.
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
Notes:
1. CD-R discs are playable on most audio CD players. CD-RW discs are playable
only on some audio CD players.
2. Some consumer audio players will only play discs recorded on media labelled
specifically for audio.
3. CD-R media is rated by write-speed. For 48x write mode, 48x media is
required. For best results, limit write-speed to the media speed rating. The
Record Now Software included in the option kit will allow you to limit the
maximum recording speed.
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