(P. 16).

Setup Flowchart

The flowcharts below show the procedure for setting up the CRW8824IX drive. For easy cross-referencing, each step includes relevant pages in this manual.

Windows Users

STEP Make sure that system

configuration (CPU, RAM, OS and

 

1 so on) of your computer meets the

 

requirements of the CRW8824IX

 

drive (P. 3).

 

STEP Does your computer have a

STEP

2 built-in IEEE1394 port?

No 3

Yes

 

Do you have an appropriate IEEE1394 interface card?

The card should be known compatible with your computer.

STEP Install the CD writing software.

4

nBefore installing the software,

disconnect all IEEE1394 devices.

STEP Set up the CRW8824IX drive (P. 10).

 

Yes

 

STEP

Install the card to

 

3-2

your computer.

No

 

 

Read the documentation that came with the card and properly set up your computer.

5

1 Turn your computer and the drive both

on (before connection).

2 Connect your computer and the drive using an IEEE1394 interface cable that came with the drive.

nYou may need a different cable depending on the IEEE1394 port connector on your computer (P. 13).

STEP

3-1

Purchase an IEEE1394 card.

nSee page 3 for more information about approved IEEE1394 interface cards that has been tested in compatibility with the CRW8824IX drive.

STEP

6

STEP

Make sure that the CRW8824IX drive is correctly recognized

Start using the CRW8824IX drive.

7 Use the drive to create an audio CD, to backup data on your hard drive, or for whatever purpose suits your needs.

7