IBM 48X manual Handling and caring for a CD

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.

848X/32X/48X Max CD-RW Drive: User’s Guide