IBM 22P6979, User Manual

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4. The following table shows the compatibility matrix for high and low speed
CD-RW media:
Media Rating Write
No rating, 2x Not supported
Multispeed, 1x2x4x, 4x, 1x-4x Yes
High Speed, 4x-10x, 4x-12x, 8-10x Yes
Using the drive
This section provides information on how to handle and care for CDs and your
CD-RW drive, and how to load CDs into your CD-RW drive.
Handling and caring for a CD
CDs are high-density media that must be handled with care and kept clean to
ensure that they remain readable. These precautions will help to prolong the life of
your CDs.
Attention: Wiping a CD using a circular motion might cause loss of data.
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Handle the CD by the edges or by the center hole. Do not touch the surface of
the CD.
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To remove dust or fingerprints, wipe the CD from the center to the edge with a
soft, lint-free cloth.
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Do not write on the surface.
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Do not place the CD in direct sunlight.
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Do not use commercial cleaners to clean the CD.
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Do not bend the CD.
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