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4.CD-RW media is also rated by write-speed. The IBM 48X/32X/48X Max CD-RW drive supports writing only CD-RW discs rated at 4x or higher. The maximum write speed will be printed on the media packaging or the disc itself.

5.The following table shows the compatibility matrix for ultra, high, and low-speed CD-RW media:

Media Rating	Write
No rating, 2x	Not supported

Multispeed, 1x2x4x, 4x, 1x-4x						Yes

High Speed, 4x-10x, 4x-12x, 8-10x						Yes

Ultra Speed, 16x-24x, 32x						Yes

Handling and caring for a CD

CDs are high-density media that must be handled with care and kept clean to ensure that they remain readable. These precautions will help to prolong the life of your CDs.

Attention: Wiping a CD using a circular motion might cause loss of data.

Attention: Do not use CDs that have cracks.

vHandle the CD by the edges or by the center hole. Do not touch the surface of the CD.

vTo remove dust or fingerprints, wipe the CD from the center to the edge with a soft, lint-free cloth.

vDo not write on the surface.

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Contents User’s Guide Page User’s Guide Page Safety Read first Iv 48X/32X/48X Max CD-RW Drive User’s Guide Contents Vi 48X/32X/48X Max CD-RW Drive User’s Guide Registering your option Installation and user’s guideAbout this book AppendixesViii 48X/32X/48X Max CD-RW Drive User’s Guide Installation and user’s guide IntroductionProduct description System requirements Software descriptionBefore you begin Handling InstructionsBack view of the drive Product viewsFront view of the drive 1ReservedOpening the computer Installing the DriveSetting the configuration jumper Unpacking the driveMounting the drive in the bay Completing the hardware installation Updating your computer configurationAttaching the cables to the drive Installing the CD-RW drive software Using CD-R and CD-RW discsHandling and caring for a CD Using the drive Caring for the CD-RW driveLoading a CD Using the software Ejecting a CD manuallyOpen My Computer Click Make CompatibleUsing the RecordNow software IBM RecordNowAppendix A. Product specifications Physical specificationsPower requirements Write/Read speeds Drive-performance specificationsEnvironmental requirements Media Speed CompatibilityCreate CD-ROM XA Mode 2 Form 1 and Mode 2 Form 2 or CD-ROM Extended Appendix B. Problem solving You cannot format a CD-RW discYou cannot eject a CD You cannot create a multi-session discYou cannot successfully write to a CD-R or CD-RW disc Select For use with record nowClick Start → Settings → Control Panel CD cannot be readOpen My Computer and Explore the CD-RW Drive Your computer hangs at boot-up There is no sound from the CDYour computer will not shut down or stand by Changing the DMA parameter setting for Windows XP Enabling DMA for Windows 2000 Professional Click Device ManagerAppendix D. Service and Support Online technical supportTelephone technical support 24 48X/32X/48X Max CD-RW Drive User’s Guide What this Warranty Covers What this Warranty Does not CoverPart 1 General Terms How to Obtain Warranty Service What IBM Will Do to Correct ProblemsExchange of a Machine or Part Your Additional Responsibilities Limitation of LiabilityPart 2 Country-unique Terms Americas ArgentinaBrazil United States North AmericaCanada Asia Pacific AustraliaHong Kong S.A.R. of China and Macau S.A.R. of China IndiaNEW Zealand JapanMalaysia PEOPLE’S Republic of China PRCSingapore EUROPE, Middle EAST, Africa EmeaGoverning Law European Union EU Following Terms Apply to ALL EU CountriesSpango Valley Greenock Scotland PA 16 OAH Egypt FranceGermany HungaryIreland South AFRICA, NAMIBIA, BOTSWANA, Lesotho and Swaziland Items for Which IBM is Not LiableSlovakia United KingdomPart 3 Warranty Information Warranty PeriodDDS/5 Tape Drive On-site Service Types of Warranty ServiceCustomer Replaceable Unit ″CRU″ Service Courier or Depot Service4Country or Region Telephone Number 42 48X/32X/48X Max CD-RW Drive User’s Guide Appendix F. Notices Federal Communications Commission FCC statement Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statementAvis de conformite a la reglementation d’Industrie Canada Deutsche EMV-Direktive electromagnetische Verträglichkeit European Union emission directiveUnion Européenne Directive Conformité électromagnétique Unione Europea Directiva EMC Conformidad électromagnética Union Europea Normativa EMCTrademarks 48 48X/32X/48X Max CD-RW Drive User’s Guide Page Part Number 22P7046