Section 3. Installing and Using Software
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PlexCombo 20/10/40-12A Installation and Users Manual
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Using the PlexCombo on a Macintosh: Whether using the PlexCombo as a
standard DVD-ROM or CD-ROM, or as a CD-R or CD-RW device, you will
need additional drivers or software besides those that are part of the Macintosh
operating system. You will need to purchase this software separately. The
compatibility list is available from Plextor’s web site at www.plextor.com.
Before installing any software, check that all the cable connections between your
PlexCombo and computer are correct, that the jumper is set properly, and the
PlexCombo is recognized by your system.
Install Applications Software
In order to take advantage of the PlexCombo’s ability to record on CD-R or CD-RW
media, you will need packet writing or mastering applications software on your PC.
If you purchased your PlexCombo as part of a Plextor kit and you have a PC, much
of the software you need is included. You can also check the compatibility list on the
Plextor web site at www.plextor.com, for software that supports the PlexCombo
under other operating systems.
About Recording Software
Installing applications software lets you take advantage of the PlexCombo’s ability
to record on CD-R or CD-RW media. You’ll find these applications in the SimpliCD
and Easy CD Creator software supplied by Plextor.
Applications software lets you use your PlexCombo drive in exciting new ways.
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Packet writing software: This type of application lets you use your PlexCombo
as an enormous floppy drive. You can drag and drop files straight to a CD-R or
CD-RW disc.
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Mastering software: In conjunction with your PlexCombo drive, mastering
software lets you create discs in specific formats, such as audio, data, mixed
mode, and others.
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Duplication software: This software lets you copy CDs.
NOTE: If you use a CD-R disc with packet writing software, you can’t use that disc
later with mastering software (and vice versa). CD-RW discs also must be used with
either one type of software or the other. You can, however, erase a CD-RW disc and
use it again—and once a disc is erased, you can use it with either type of software.