The device driver is now uninstalled. Your computer will not recognize the CD-ROM drive when it is connected to the computer unless you reinstall the device driver.

Disconnecting and reconnecting the CD-ROM drive

Hot plugging is supported on the connection between the USB cable and your computer. This means that the CD-ROM drive USB cable can be disconnected from and reconnected to your computer whether the computer is on or off.

Attention

The connection between the USB cable and the CD-ROM drive itself does not support hot plugging. If you disconnect the USB cable from the CD-ROM drive while the USB cable is attached to your computer, it might cause damage to the CD-ROM drive.

To avoid damaging the CD-ROM drive, turn off the CD-ROM drive before disconnecting the USB cable from your computer. To disconnect the CD-ROM drive from the computer, unplug the USB cable from the computer. To reconnect the CD-ROM drive, reconnect the USB cable to the computer.

Attention

Do not disconnect and reconnect the USB cable in rapid succession or the CD-ROM drive might not load properly. After disconnecting the USB cable, wait at least 10 to 20 seconds, or until the hourglass icon stops displaying, before reconnecting the USB cable.

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IBM 19K4206PT1 manual Disconnecting and reconnecting the CD-ROM drive