Lenovo 40Y8706 Using Direct-to-disc DLA, Using the Multimedia Center for Think Offerings software

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Using Direct-to-disc (DLA)

Direct-to-disc (DLA) is provided so that you can write data to DVD-RAM,

DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD+R, CD-R, and CD-RW media. DVD-RAM,

DVD-RW, DVD+RW, and CD-RW media can be written to many times, while

DVD-R, DVD+R, and CD-R media can only be formatted and written to once.

To format and write to DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD+R, CD-R, or CD-RW media:

1.Insert a disc into the drive.

2.Double-click My Computer. Right-click the Super Multi-burner drive letter.

3.Click Format. Formatting a DVD can take up to 90 minutes.

4.After formatting is complete, you can drag and drop files to the Super Multi-burner drive icon, or you can move files in Windows Explorer.

To make CD-R and DVD-R media compatible in other computers:

1.Double-click My Computer. Right-click the Super Multi-burner drive letter.

2.Click Make Compatible.

To use UDF formatted DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, or CD-RW media in other computers, a UDF reader is included on the User’s Guide and Software Super CD. To use the UDF reader, follow this procedure:

1.Insert the User’s Guide and Software Super CD into the CD or DVD drive of the computer you want to use the UDF formatted discs with.

2.Click Start.

3.Click Run.

4.Type e:\UDF\language where e is the drive letter of the CD or DVD drive, and language is your language.

5.Click OK.

6.Double-click SETUP.EXE and follow the on-screen instructions.

Note: The UDF reader is only needed on systems that do not have another DLA program installed.

Using the Multimedia Center for Think Offerings software

Multimedia Center for Think Offerings allows you to record Audio CDs, Data CDs, and copy existing CDs. Detailed information about using Multimedia Center for Think Offerings is included in the Multimedia Center for Think Offerings help. You can access Multimedia Center for Think Offerings help by pressing F1 in the Multimedia Center for Think Offerings menu.

Note: Multimedia Center for Think Offerings does not work with some media. If your media is not compatible with Multimedia Center for Think Offerings, the following message will display:

For more information on known media issues with Multimedia Center for

Think Offerings, go to page 18.

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Contents ThinkPad Super Multi-Burner Ultrabay Slim Drive User’s Guide Page ThinkPad Super Multi-Burner Ultrabay Slim Drive User’s Guide Page Contents Page Safety information Page General safety guidelines ServicePower cords and power adapters Extension cords and related devices Plugs and outletsBatteries Heat and product ventilation CD and DVD drive safetyThinkPad Super Multi-Burner Ultrabay Slim Drive User’s Guide Registering your option Page Product description About the Super Multi-burner driveSoftware description Multimedia Center for Think OfferingsClick Programs Click Multimedia Center for Think Offerings UDF reader Direct-to-Disc DLAIntervideo WinDVD Intervideo WinDVD CreatorInstallation requirements Installing the driveLocating the drive controls Using the Super Multi-burner drive Before you beginCaring for the Super Multi-burner drive Manually ejecting a disc Using media Handling and caring for a discLoading a disc Securing a disc in a vertically mounted driveRemoving the disc from the cartridge Using DVD-RAM mediaReturning the disc to the cartridge Using CDs and DVDsUsing CD-Rs and CD-RWs Using DVD-Rs and DVD-RWsInstalling software Using Intervideo WinDVD Creator Using WinDVDOperating system support Region code DVD region codesEnabling DMA Click the Advanced Settings tabUsing Direct-to-disc DLA Using the Multimedia Center for Think Offerings softwareClick Make Compatible Copying and imaging discs Using the Super Multi-burner drive ThinkPad Super Multi-Burner Ultrabay Slim Drive User’s Guide Appendix A. Troubleshooting You cannot create a multi-session discYou cannot eject a CD or DVD disc ThinkPad Super Multi-Burner Ultrabay Slim Drive User’s Guide Environmental requirements Appendix B. Product specificationsPhysical specifications Power requirementsWrite speeds Known media issuesAppendix C. Service and Support Online technical supportTelephone technical support ThinkPad Super Multi-Burner Ultrabay Slim Drive User’s Guide Part 1 General Terms Appendix D. Lenovo Statement of Limited WarrantyWhat this Warranty Covers What this Warranty Does not CoverHow to Obtain Warranty Service What Lenovo Will Do to Correct ProblemsExchange of a Machine or Part Limitation of Liability Your Additional ResponsibilitiesPart 2 Country-unique Terms Venezuela ParaguayPeru UruguayCambodia and Laos CAMBODIA, INDONESIA, and LaosIndia PEOPLE’S Republic of China PRC JapanMalaysia NEW ZealandPhilippines SingaporeEUROPE, Middle EAST, Africa Emea Governing Law Following Terms Apply to ALL EU Countries European Union EUConsumers Germany AustriaEgypt FranceHungary IrelandItems for Which Lenovo is Not Liable United Kingdom SlovakiaPart 3 Warranty Information Warranty PeriodTypes of Warranty Service CRU and Customer Carry-In or Mail-In Service Customer Carry-In or Mail-In ServiceCRU and On-site Service CRU and Courier or Depot ServiceCountry or Region Telephone Number Country or Region Telephone Number Guarantee supplement for Mexico To obtain a list of Authorized Service Centers, please visit Appendix E. Notices Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada TrademarksElectronic emission notices Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statementUnione Europea Directiva EMC Conformidad électromagnética Avis de conformité à la directive de l’Union EuropéenneKorea Class B Compliance Union Europea Normativa EMCPage Part Number 40Y8706