4.4.1. Notes on Connecting IEEE 1394 Devices
Remember the following notes when connecting the CRW2100FXZ drive to the host computer along with other IEEE1394 devices.
•For optimum performance of writing a CD, connect the CRW2100FXZ directly or solely to the host computer.
•Do not connect or disconnect any IEEE1394 devices while the CRW2100FXZ is in operation (especially when writing to a disc).
•If there is a slower device connected between the host computer and CRW2100FXZ drive, the data transfer between CRW2100FXZ drive and the host computer will go slow, which
may cause failure in writing a CD.
•The IEEE1394 ports on the CRW2100FXZ drive have
•If you are using the host computer that does not supply power to the IEEE1394 bus, turning off the CRW2100FXZ drive on that bus may cause “broken communication”
between the host computer and the device directly connected to the CRW2100FXZ and after. So, do keep all devices turned on while using them in the chain to avoid such problems.
•Check section 8 (page 51) for hotplugging issues.
4.4.2. Connecting IEEE 1394 Peripherals Together
Connecting in a daisy-chain
A single
CRW2100FXZ 
A maximum single cable length: 4.5m 
Connecting in a tree
CRW2100FXZ
An entire system can contain up to
63 devices including the host computer.
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