IBM 71P7285 manual Before you begin, Handling precautions

vWindows 98, Windows 95 OSR2, Windows 2000, Windows NT 4.0, or Windows Me operating system

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 for MPEG-2 decoding software

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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