IBM 48X manual Using the RecordNow software, IBM RecordNow

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Note: EasyWrite-formatted media cannot be read in any computer without an EasyWrite UDF reader installed.

Note: To read CD-R discs formatted with DLA in computers without CD-RW drives, use the Make Compatible function listed in the drive properties menu.

Using the RecordNow software

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

To start RecordNow in Windows Me, or Windows 2000, select Start->Programs->

IBM RecordNow.

To start RecordNow in Windows XP, select Start->AllPrograms->RecordNow.

Once RecordNow is started, select one of the following three processes:

vMake an exact copy: Select this to back up your own CDs, or make copies of CDs you have previously created. After you select this option, RecordNow will prompt you to insert your disc to be copied, and then will prompt you when to insert a blank disc.

vMake a music disc: Select this option to create an audio CD. The second screen will ask if you want to make an audio CD from MP3 and Wave files on your hard disk, or from other audio CDs. There is also a selection to make a disc for an MP3 player, which is a specially formatted data disc that can be played in stand-alone MP3 players.

vMake a data disc: Select this option to create a disc containing data files from your hard disk. RecordNow will ask whether you want to format the disc for DLA or make a data disc for sharing with others. RecordNow will prompt you to insert a blank disc. Then a screen will appear that will enable you to drag-and-drop files, or browse to find files on your hard disk.

vOnce RecordNow is started, you can also perform two special operations:

Clicking on the Favorites button will allow you to load a previously saved audio, data, MP3, or CD image to burn a new copy.

Dropping an ISO or GI CD image into the files box for a data CD will record the image file directly onto the CD.

To make an ISO image of a CD with RecordNow, select Copy a CD and set the destination recorder to record file to hard disk.

Note: To limit the recording speed in RecordNow select Options, and in the Advanced tab window pick the speed of your choice from the drop down box entitled, Limit the Maximum recorder speed.

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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 Introduction Installation and user’s guideProduct 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 Updating your computer configuration Completing the hardware installationAttaching the cables to the drive Installing the CD-RW drive software Using CD-R and CD-RW discsHandling and caring for a CD Caring for the CD-RW drive Using the driveLoading a CD Using the software Ejecting a CD manuallyOpen My Computer Click Make CompatibleUsing the RecordNow software IBM RecordNowPhysical specifications Appendix A. Product 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 nowCD cannot be read Click Start → Settings → Control PanelOpen My Computer and Explore the CD-RW Drive There is no sound from the CD Your computer hangs at boot-upYour computer will not shut down or stand by Changing the DMA parameter setting for Windows XP Enabling DMA for Windows 2000 Professional Click Device ManagerOnline technical support Appendix D. Service and SupportTelephone technical support 24 48X/32X/48X Max CD-RW Drive User’s Guide What this Warranty Does not Cover What this Warranty CoversPart 1 General Terms What IBM Will Do to Correct Problems How to Obtain Warranty ServiceExchange of a Machine or Part Your Additional Responsibilities Limitation of LiabilityAmericas Argentina Part 2 Country-unique TermsBrazil 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 FranceHungary GermanyIreland South AFRICA, NAMIBIA, BOTSWANA, Lesotho and Swaziland Items for Which IBM is Not LiableSlovakia United KingdomWarranty Period Part 3 Warranty InformationDDS/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 Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement Federal Communications Commission FCC statementAvis de conformite a la reglementation d’Industrie Canada European Union emission directive Deutsche EMV-Direktive electromagnetische VerträglichkeitUnion 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