PlexWriter 12/10/32S Operation Manual
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3. Installing and Using Software
There’s one more step before you can begin to use your PlexWriter drive: you need
to install special software on your computer. There are two software types:
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Device driver: Software program that allows your computer to interact with the
PlexWriter drive. Drivers are included in Windows 95, 98, ME, 2000, and NT
that let you operate your PlexWriter as a CD-ROM device (reader). The device
driver is automatically installed by the operating system.
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Application software: Software programs for specific tasks, such as mastering
CDs, backing up your hard disk or files, capturing audio, duplicating CDs, and
more. Some of these applications are supplied with your PlexWriter if it was
purchased as a kit from Plextor, while others are available from other vendors.
If you have any problems at all, our technical support staff will help you.
Quick Installation in Windows 95, 98, and ME
Use this section for a quick installation of your PlexWriter drive in a Windows 95,
Windows 98, or Windows ME system. If you encounter any problems, refer to
“Appendix B: Installing a SCSI Drive in Windows.”
Windows 95/98 and ME should automatically recognize and support your interface
board and PlexWriter drive. Microsoft has included a generic CD-ROM device
driver in the operating system, and this driver supports the PlexWriter as a reader.
Microsoft has also included numerous SCSI controller-specific drivers on the
Windows CD-ROM. However, we advise that you check your SCSI controller
manufacturer’s web site to make sure you are using the latest available drivers.
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PlexWriter SCSI drive and previously installed SCSI interface board: If you
connect your PlexWriter drive to a previously installed and operating SCSI
interface board, Windows 95, 98, and ME will recognize the PlexWriter
automatically.
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PlexWriter SCSI drive and new SCSI interface board: Install the SCSI
interface board using the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the board .
Then connect your PlexWriter drive to the SCSI interface. The PlexWriter will be
detected automatically.
NOTE: You will need to install additional software to use the PlexWriter as a CD-R or
CD-RW recorder. If recording software was not included with your PlexWriter bundle,
the software is available from third parties.
You will soon be using the highest performance CD-RW drive around. If you have
any problems at all, our technical support staff will help you.
