Teac E24E user manual Connecting the USB PortaCD-RWDrive

Chapter 2. Connecting the USB PortaCD-RW Drive to a Windows System

This chapter explains how to connect the USB PortaCD-RW drive to an IBM PC compatible computer that features a USB port. It also explains how to install the required software drivers.

(For information on connecting the PCMCIA PortaCD-RW to a PCMCIA- equipped PC compatible computer, see “Chapter 3. Connecting the PCMCIA PortaCD-RW to a Windows System” on page 23.)

Connecting the USB PortaCD-RW Drive

Follow the steps below and refer to your computer's documentation for information specific to your system.

Please read the following instructions thoroughly. The installation procedure varies depending on the operating system you are using.

1.Turn on your computer.

2.Connect the AC adapter cable to the power input on the PortaCD-RW drive.

To do so, insert the small, female connector of the included AC power cable into the power input connector on the side panel of the PortaCD-RW drive. Refer to Figure 4 on page 10.

3.Plug the large end of the USB interface cable into the USB port on the rear panel of the PortaCD-RW drive.

The larger connector on the USB cable features an integrated bridgecard and 26-pin drive connector. Connect this connector to the PortaCD-RW drive (see Figure 4 on page 10).

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