IBM 10K0001 manual Before you begin, Handling precautions

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vWindows 98, Windows 95 OSR2, Windows 2000, or Windows NT 4.0 operating system if you will be using the MPEG-2 software CD

vAn available drive bay

vAn available IDE connection

v40 MB available hard disk space

vAudio adapter supporting 44.1 or 48 kHz sampling rate

vOptional stereo speakers

vAGP 2X video with overlay support

Before you begin

Before you install the DVD-ROM drive, read the information in this section on handling precautions and on using the drive controls and connectors.

Handling precautions

Use the following handling precautions to protect your drive.

vKeep the DVD-ROM drive in the antistatic bag until you are ready to install the drive. Limit your movement when installing; movement can cause static electricity buildup.

vHandle the drive with care. Dropping or jarring the drive can damage the components inside the drive housing.

vDo not force insertion of the IDE or power cables. Doing so might damage the connector or the drive.

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Contents 16X Max DVD-ROM Drive Page Contents Iv 16X Max DVD-ROM Drive Users Guide About this book Registering your optionVi 16X Max DVD-ROM Drive Users Guide Safety information ViiViii 16X Max DVD-ROM Drive Users Guide Installation requirements Installation and users guideProduct description Handling precautions Before you beginDrive controls and connectors Opening the computer Installing the driveUnpacking the drive Setting the configuration jumpers Mounting the drive in the bay Attaching the cables to the driveCompleting the hardware installation Enabling the DMA settings Setting up your computer for DVD video playbackAttaching the faceplates Installing the DVD-viewing software Verifying software for Windows NTViewing a DVD movie DVD region codesCaring for a CD or DVD Care and maintenanceCaring for the DVD-ROM drive Manually ejecting a disc