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I . FAQ ( Frequently Asked Questions for Z64 )
Q1. Is 256Mbit in the Z64 large enough to backup every game?
A> This Z64 version 2.0 is in-built with 256Mbit memory which can support almost
every games available in the market.
Q2. How do I know my Z64 is the new version 2.0 or not?
A> You can identify it by the serial number. The serial number of new version begins at
2. The Z64 is the version 2.0 when the serial number is 2xxxxxxxxx.
Q3. How do I upgrade the Z64 if needed? Can I do the upgrade myself if I am not a
technical person ?
A>When Z64 has any new BIOS released, we will put the BIOS update file on our
website at
http://www.z64.com
for download. Please copy it to your zip disk in your PC.
You can upgrade by yourself, just insert the upgrade diskette to the zip drive of Z64 and
then turn the Z64 power on. The Z64 system will upgrade it for you automatically and it
takes only a couple of minutes.
Q4. How much time needed to back up each game? If I play the game from the back up
disk, will it slow down?
A> On average, it only takes about 30 seconds to back up each games, the speed of game
play remains the same whether you play from cartridge or zip diskette.
Q5. Can the Z64 power adapter support different voltages? Can it support American and
European type videos?
A> It comes with a universal power adapter, supporting 110v to 220v automatically.
About Video, it supports NTSC which is American type, and PAL which is European
type.
Q6. Does Z64 require link to any other devices such as PC when backing up games?
A> No, it is not necessary to link to a PC.
Q7. Does Z64 have any output interface that I can link to my PC?
A>
No, the Z64 has no output interface for PC connection. It is not necessary to link to
any PC. It is designed for users to back up orginal N64 game cartridges only.
Q8. Can I save the game records into Z64?
A>
Yes, you can save the records into Z64 as long as the game cartridge that you plugged
in has EEPROM built in. However, we do recommend you always have this type of
cartridge plugged in and always have memory pad installed in your controller
Q9. How many backup files can I store in one Zip disk?
A>
Each disk can store about 800Mbit (i.e. 100Mbytes) data. The size of each game is
about 64 to 128Mbit, so it can store about 7 to 10 backup files. The Z64 has a feature
