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UDF reader
This software enables you to install software for reading DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, and CD-RW
media on other computers with DVD drives.
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IBM Record Now
This software enables you to copy CDs, create audio CDs, create MP3 CDs, and author data CDs. You
can also use RecordNow to write data to DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+RW, and DVD+R discs
for use in other computers or compatible consumer electronics products. You can also create bootable
CDs and save CD images for later recording.
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This software enables you to create full or incremental backups of your system files on DVD-RAM,
DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD+R, CD-R, or CD-RW media, and allows you to restore your
computer if it crashes.
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Intervideo WinDVD
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
Be sure that your computer meets the following system requirements before installing the drive:
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Minimum microprocessor: Intel
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Pentium
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or equivalent
For DVD authoring and playback, you must have an Intel Pentium II 266MHz microprocessor or
higher and AGP 2X Video.
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Minimum RAM: 32 MB (Systems with UMA: 64 MB)
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Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Me, or Windows XP
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An available 5.25-in. drive bay
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An available parallel IDE connection
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70 MB available hard disk space for installation, 620 MB available hard disk space for every hour of
VCD-quality MPEG-1 video, and 2 GB available hard disk space for every hour of DVD-quality
MPEG-2 video
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Screen resolution of at least 1024 x 768 pixels required for DVD authoring functions
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Audio adapter supporting 44.1 or 48 kHz sampling rate
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Optional stereo speakers
Before you begin
Before you install the Multi-Burner Plus, read the information in the following sections.
Handling precautions
Use the following handling precautions to protect your drive:
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Keep the Multi-Burner Plus in the antistatic bag until you are ready to install the drive. Limit your
movement when installing; movement can cause static electricity to build.
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Handle the drive with care. Dropping or jarring the drive can damage the components inside the drive.
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Do not force insertion of the IDE or power cables. Doing so might damage the connector or the drive.
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