3 – Installation

System requirements

See the TASCAM website for updated information about OS compatibility.

Windows

Windows XP 32-bit SP2/SP3 Windows XP 64-bit SP2 Windows Vista 32-bit SP2 Windows Vista 64-bit SP2 or later

Supported computer system:

Windows compatible computer with a USB port (USB 2.0 is recommended)

•• CPU/clock:

Pentium 4 1.4 GHz or faster AMD Athlon 1.4 GHz or faster (or equivalent processor)

•• Memory:

512 MB or more for Windows XP 32-bit

and Windows Vista 32-bit

1 GB or more for Windows XP 64-bit and Windows Vista 64-bit

NOTE

Although this product has been checked for use with typical computers that meet the above operating requirements, we cannot guarantee that it will operate with all computers that meet these requirements. Please be aware that even under the same conditions, processing capability may vary depending on differences of the design and system.

Mac OS X

Supported operating system:

Mac OS X 10.4.11 Mac OS X 10.5.6 or later

Supported computer system:

Apple Macintosh series equipped with a USB port as standard equipment

•• CPU/clock:

Power PC G4 1 GHz or faster, or Intel processor

•• Memory:

512 MB or more

Installing the driver

In order to use the US-144MKII, you must install the appropriate driver into your computer. As described below, this is an easy process using the CD-ROM included with the US-144MKII.

Driver are updated from time to time. You can download the most recent version of the driver from the TASCAM website <http:// www.tascam.com/>.

Do not connect the US-144MKII to your computer before you have installed the driver.

CAUTION

•• Handle the enclosed CD-ROM with care. If the disc becomes scratched or dirty, your computer may be unable to read it and the software cannot be installed. If the disc becomes unreadable, a fee will be charged for its replacement.

•• Never attempt to play the enclosed CD- ROM in a conventional audio CD player, as the resulting noise may damage your speakers or your hearing.

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