IBM 71P7279 manual System requirements, Handling instructions

2.Place or change the configuration jumper on the drive (and possibly make changes to the configuration jumpers of other devices).

If you do not understand these procedures or are unsure about your ability to perform all the procedures described, have a qualified computer technician install the CD-ROM drive for you.

System requirements

Before you begin installing the drive, be sure your computer meets the following system requirements.

vMinimum microprocessor: 80486

vMinimum RAM: 4 MB

v5.25-inch diskette drive

vAvailable IDE connection

vAvailable internal power connection

vAvailable drive bay

vOne of the following operating systems:

–Microsoft ® Windows® 95

–Microsoft Windows ® 98

–Microsoft® Windows NT® 4.0

–Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional

–Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition (Me)

Handling instructions

To protect your device during installation, observe the following precautions:

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

vKeep the device in its antistatic bag until you are ready to install the drive in your computer. Limit your movements. Movement can cause static electricity buildup.

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

1-248X-20X Internal IDE CD-ROM Drive: User’s Guide