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    T hinkP a d M ul ti- B urn e r Ul t r a b ay S lim Dri v e Us e r ’ s Gu i d e [...]

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    T hinkP a d M ul ti- B urn e r Ul t r a b ay S lim Dri v e Us e r ’ s Gu i d e [...]

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    A TTENTION Before installing this product, read the ThinkPad System Safety Booklet . Note Be sure to keep your proof of purchase, because it might be requir ed for warranty services. See Appendix C, “IBM Statement of Limited W arranty - Z125-4753-07 - 1 1/2002,” on page 21. Second Edition (February 2004) © Copyright International Business Mach[...]

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    Contents Safety information . . . . . . . . . .v General safety guidelines . . . . . . . vii Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Power cords and power adapters . . . . . . . vii Extension cords and related devices . . . . . . viii Plugs and outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . viii Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii Heat and product ve[...]

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    iv ThinkPad Multi-Burner Ultrabay Slim Drive: User ’s Guide[...]

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    Safety information Before installing this product, read the Safety Information. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança. Pred instal ací tohoto pr oduktu si prect ete prír ucku bezpecnostních inst rukcí . Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt. Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaoh[...]

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    Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten. vi ThinkPad Multi-Burner Ultrabay Slim Drive: User ’s Guide[...]

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    General safety guidelines Always observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury and property damage. Service Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the IBM Support Center . Use only an IBM authorized service provider who is approved to repair your particular product. Note: Some parts can be upgrad[...]

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    Extension cords and related devices Ensure that extension cords, surge protectors, uninterruptible power supplies, and power strips that you use are rated to handle the electrical requir ements of the product. Never overload these devices. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed the power strip input rating. Consult an electrician for [...]

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    shorten the life of the battery and can also pose a safety hazard. Do not let rechar geable Lithium-Ion batteries completely discharge or store these batteries in a discharged state. Heat and product ventilation Computers generate heat when turned on and when batteries are charging. Notebook PCs can generate a significant amount of heat due to thei[...]

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    x ThinkPad Multi-Burner Ultrabay Slim Drive: User ’s Guide[...]

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    Registering your option Thank you for purchasing this IBM ® product. Please take a few moments to register your product and provide us with information that will help IBM to better serve you in the future. Y our feedback is valuable to us in developing products and services that are important to you, as well as in developing better ways to communi[...]

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    xii ThinkPad Multi-Burner Ultrabay Slim Drive: User ’s Guide[...]

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    Chapter 1. About the Multi-Burner drive This manual provides information on registering, installing, and using the IBM ® ThinkPad ® Multi-Burner Ultrabay ™ Slim Drive, and is available on the Software and User ’ s Guide Super CD in the following languages: v Brazilian Portuguese v Czechoslovakian v English v French v German v Italian v Japane[...]

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    Note: Y our kit might also contain a software update diskette. Contact your place of purchase if an item is missing or damaged. Be sure to retain your proof of purchase. It might be requir ed to receive warranty service. See Appendix C, “IBM Statement of Limited W arranty - Z125-4753-07 - 1 1/2002,” on page 21 for technical support information.[...]

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    This software enables you to write directly to CD-R W , CD-R, DVD-RAM, DVD-R W , and DVD-R media using the drive letter like you would if you were writing to a diskette. All disc format types can be formatted by DLA. W ith DLA, you can drag-and-drop files, create new directories, or save files from any application directly to your Multi-Burner . v [...]

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    This software enables you to play back DVD videos on your computer or to play video files from your hard disk drive. Note: Some graphics adapters such as the FIREGL, Intergraph, and 3dLabs, do not support DVD video playback. Installation requirements To install the Multi-Burner drive, your ThinkPad computer must contain the following requir ements:[...]

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    Chapter 2. Using the Multi-Burner drive This section provides information on how to handle, load, and care for DVDs and CDs and how to care for your Multi-Burner drive. Before you begin For best results, review the following guidelines before using the drive: v Do not move your ThinkPad computer while formatting or writing a disc as this might caus[...]

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    Caring for the Multi-Burner drive To protect your drive during operation, observe the following precautions: v Remove the disc from the drive before moving the drive. v Do not insert foreign objects into the drive. v Do not stack objects on the drive. v Do not remove the drive cover or attempt to service the drive. v Do not operate the drive under [...]

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    Using the drive This section contains information on using the Multi-Burner . Using single and double-sided DVD-RAM media DVD-RAM media is available in single-sided and double-sided versions. The 2.6 GB and 4.7 GB versions are single-sided. The 9.4 GB versions are double-sided. To access the data on both sides of the media, you must remove the medi[...]

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    Precautions for handling Be careful when handling the removed disc. Debris, dust particles, fingerprints, smears, or scratches may impair recor ding and playback of the media. To clean dust or other debris, use a CD Cleaning Kit. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the disc. Do not use solvents to clean the disc surface. When labeling a disc, write only[...]

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    Note: For W indows 95, the DVD movie player is supported by W indows 95 OSR2.0 or later versions. Yo u can check which version of W indows 95 you are using by doing the following: 1. Click Start , move the cursor to Settings , and then click Control Panel . 2. Double-click System . Read the numbers under “System.” v 4.00.950B means that your ve[...]

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    import and edit your own video and audio files, then save them into any supported format. The supported formats include MPEG-1, MPEG-2, ASF , WMV , and A VI. When you have prepar ed your video and audio files, by going through the “Capture” and “Edit” steps, you can then add a customized menu from within the “Author” function. Yo u can [...]

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    After the region code has been changed from its initial setting four times, it is fixed and can no longer be changed. Thereafter , you can play DVD content only from that region. To display the region code status, click the W inDVD Properties button on the W inDVD user interface. The General tab contains this information. To change the region code,[...]

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    4. After formatting is complete, you can drag and drop files to the Multi-Burner drive icon, or you can move files in W indows Explorer . To make CD-R and DVD-R media compatible in other computers: 1. Double-click My Computer . Right-click the Multi-Burner drive letter . 2. Click Make Compatible . To use UDF formatted DVD-RAM, DVD-R W , or CD-R W m[...]

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    – Dropping an ISO or GI CD image into the files box for a data CD will recor d the image file directly onto the CD. – To make an ISO image of a CD with RecordNow , select Copy a CD and set the destination recor der to recor d file to hard disk. Note: To limit the recor ding speed in RecordNow , select Options , and in the Advanced tab window pi[...]

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    Problem solving Computer problems can be caused by hardwar e, software, or user error . The information in this section might be useful to help you solve problems or to gather helpful information you can pass on to a service technician. Yo u might also need to refer to your computer , operating-system, or sound-adapter publications. Review the foll[...]

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    4. A void writing at the slower 1X speed unless requir ed by your computer . Chapter 2. Using the Multi-Burner drive 15[...]

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    16 ThinkPad Multi-Burner Ultrabay Slim Drive: User ’s Guide[...]

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    Appendix A. Product specifications This appendix includes the following information: v Physical specifications v Power requir ements v Environmental requir ements v Read speeds v W rite speeds Physical specifications The physical specifications 1 of the drive are listed in the following table. Physical specification Height 9.5 mm (0.4 in.) W idth 1[...]

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    Environmental requirements Specification Operational Nonoperational T emperature (noncondensing) +5° C to +50° C (+41° F to +122° F) -20° C to +60° C (-4° F to +140° F) Relative humidity (noncondensing) 10% to 80% 5% to 90% Read speeds Media Read Speed DVD-ROM (single layer) 8X Max. DVD-ROM (dual layer) 6X Max. DVD-R (4.7 GB) 4X Max. DVD-R [...]

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    Appendix B. Service and Support The following information describes the technical support that is available for your product, during the warranty period or throughout the life of the product. Refer to your IBM Statement of Limited W arranty for a full explanation of IBM warranty terms. Online technical support Online technical support is available [...]

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    Country or Region T elephone Number Country or Region T elephone Number Belgium Dutch 02-210-9820 French 02-210-9800 New Zealand 0800-446-149 Bolivia 0800-0189 Norway 66 81 11 00 Brazil 55-1 1-3889-8986 Peru 0-800-50-866 Canada 1-800-565-3344 T oronto 416-383-3344 Philippines 632-995-2225 Chile 800-224-488 Portugal 21-791 51 47 China (PRC) 800-810-[...]

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    Appendix C. IBM Statement of Limited W arranty - Z125-4753-07 - 1 1/2002 Part 1 - General T erms This Statement of Limited Warranty includes Part 1 - General T erms, Part 2 - Country-unique T erms, and Part 3 - Warranty Information. The terms of Part 2 replace or modify those of Part 1. The warranties provided by IBM in this Statement of Limited Wa[...]

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    v any non-IBM products, including those that IBM may procur e and provide with or integrate into an IBM Machine at your request. The warranty is voided by removal or alteration of identification labels on the Machine or its parts. IBM does not warrant uninterrupted or error -free operation of a Machine. Any technical or other support provided for a[...]

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    functionally equivalent to the item replaced. The replacement assumes the warranty service status of the replaced item. Y our Additional Responsibilities Before IBM or your reseller exchanges a Machine or part, you agree to remove all features, parts, options, alterations, and attachments not under warranty service. Yo u also agree to: 1. ensure th[...]

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    This limit also applies to IBM’s suppliers and your reseller . It is the maximum for which IBM, its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible. UNDER NO CIRCUMST ANCES IS IBM, ITS SUPPLIERS OR RESELLERS LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING EVEN IF INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY : 1) THIRD PA RT Y CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES (OTHER THA[...]

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    In accordance with Article 1328 of the Peruvian Civil Code the limitations and exclusions specified in this section will not apply to damages caused by IBM’s willful misconduct ( ″ dolo ″ ) or gross negligence ( ″ culpa inexcusable ″ ). NOR TH AMERICA How to Obtain W arranty Service: The following is added to this Section: To obtain warra[...]

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    Arbitration: The following is added under this heading: Disputes arising out of or in connection with this Statement of Limited W arranty shall be finally settled by arbitration which shall be held in Singapore in accordance with the Arbitration Rules of Singapore International Arbitration Center ( ″ SIAC Rules ″ ) then in effect. The arbitrati[...]

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    If one of the parties refuses or otherwise fails to appoint an arbitrator within 30 days of the date the other party appoints its, the first appointed arbitrator shall be the sole arbitrator , provided that the arbitrator was validly and properly appointed. All proceedings shall be conducted, including all documents presented in such proceedings, i[...]

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    arbitration award shall be final and binding for the parties without appeal and shall be in writing and set forth the findings of fact and the conclusions of law . The number of arbitrators shall be three, with each side to the dispute being entitled to appoint one arbitrator . The two arbitrators appointed by the parties shall appoint a third arbi[...]

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    Add the following paragraph in W estern Europe (Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany , Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy , Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway , Portugal, Spain, San Marino, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, V atican State): The warranty for Machines acquired in W estern Europe shall be val[...]

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    nullity of the execution of this Statement of Limited W arranty shall be settled by Arbitration Court of Moscow; 6) in South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho and Swaziland , both of us agree to submit all disputes relating to this Statement of Limited W arranty to the jurisdiction of the High Court in Johannesburg; 7) in T urkey all disputes arising out of[...]

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    Spango V alley Greenock Scotland PA 16 OAH AUSTRIA, DENMARK, FINLAND, GREECE, IT AL Y , NETHERLANDS, POR TUGAL, SP AIN, SWEDEN AND SWITZERLAND Limitation of Liability: The following replaces the terms of this section in its entirety: Except as otherwise provided by mandatory law: 1. IBM’s liability for any damages and losses that may arise as a c[...]

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    CONSEQUENCE OF THE EVENT THA T GENERA TED THE DAMAGES; OR 4) LOSS OF BUSINESS, REVENUE, GOODWILL, OR ANTICIP A TED SA VINGS. THE FOLLOWING TERMS APPL Y TO THE COUNTR Y SPECIFIED: AUSTRIA What this W arranty Covers: The following replaces the first sentence of the first paragraph of this section: The warranty for an IBM Machine covers the functional[...]

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    GERMANY What this W arranty Covers: The following replaces the first sentence of the first paragraph of this section: The warranty for an IBM Machine covers the functionality of the Machine for its normal use and the Machine’s conformity to its Specifications. The following paragraphs are added to this section: The minimum warranty period for Mac[...]

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    For the purposes of this section, a ″ Default ″ means any act, statement, omission, or negligence on the part of IBM in connection with, or in relation to, the subject matter of this Statement of Limited W arranty in respect of which IBM is legally liable to you, whether in contract or tort. A number of Defaults which together result in, or con[...]

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    liable to you, whether in contract or tort. A number of Defaults which together result in, or contribute to, substantially the same loss or damage will be treated as one Default. Circumstances may arise where, because of a Default, you are entitled to recover damages from IBM. This section sets out the extent of IBM’s liability and your sole reme[...]

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    A warranty period of 1 year on parts and 1 year on labor means that IBM provides warranty service without charge for parts and labor during the 1 year warranty period. T ypes of W arranty Service If requir ed, IBM provides repair or exchange service depending on the type of warranty service specified for your Machine in the above table and as descr[...]

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    definitions, Frequently Asked Questions (F AQs) and Support by Product (Machine) with links to Product Support pages. The IBM Statement of Limited W arranty is also available on this site in 29 languages. To obtain warranty service contact IBM or your IBM reseller . In Canada or the United States, call 1-800-IBM-SER V (426-7378). For other countrie[...]

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    38 ThinkPad Multi-Burner Ultrabay Slim Drive: User ’s Guide[...]

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    Appendix D. Notices IBM may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local IBM repr esentative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any refer ence to an IBM product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that IBM produc[...]

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    vary significantly . Some measurements may have been made on development-level systems and there is no guarantee that these measurements will be the same on generally available systems. Furthermore, some measurements may have been estimated through extrapolation. Actual results may vary . Users of this document should verify the applicable data for[...]

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    Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Deutsche EMV -Direktive (electromagnetische V erträglichkeit) Zulassungbescheinigunglaut dem Deutschen Gesetz über die elektromagnetische V erträglichkeit von Geräten (EMVG) vom 30. August 1995 (bzw . der EMC EG Richtlinie 89/336): Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt in[...]

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    IBM ne peut accepter aucune responsabilité pour le manquement aux exigences de protection résultant d’une modification non recommandée du produit, y compris l’installation de cartes autres que les cartes IBM. Ce produit a été testé et il satisfait les conditions de l’équipement informatique de Classe B en vertu de Standard européen EN[...]

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    Japanese statement of compliance for products less than or equal to 20 A per phase T rademarks The following terms are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both: v IBM v IBM Logo v ThinkPad v OS/2 Microsoft, W indows, and W indows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United[...]

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     Part Number: 73P3297 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 73P3297[...]