Section 3. Installing and Using Software
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PlexWriter 12/10/32S Operation Manual
Install or Update SCSI Controller Support
The software that allows your SCSI board to operate depends on your operating
system. The Plextor drive kit does not include a SCSI interface board. If you already
have a SCSI board installed in your computer, or you are purchasing one separately,
you may need to make sure the SCSI driver is up to date.
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If you have Windows 95, 98, or ME: You need a mini-port driver file (.MPD)
that allows your SCSI board to operate with Windows 95/98 or ME. Many mini-
port drivers are included right along with the operating system. However, if your
SCSI board was released recently, it may not be supported by your version of
Windows 95/98 or ME. In this case, see the SCSI board manufacturer’s web site
for the required .MPD file.
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If you have Windows NT or 2000: You need a .SYS file that allows your SCSI
board to operate with Windows NT or 2000. Some .SYS files are included with
Windows NT and Windows 2000. However, if your SCSI board was released
recently, it may not be supported; in this case, see the SCSI board manufacturer’s
web site for the required .SYS file.
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If you have DOS or Windows 3.x: You need an ASPI manager file for
DOS/Windows 3.x to support your SCSI board. ASPI managers are provided by
SCSI board manufacturers. Even if you have an ASPI manager file, it may need
to be updated to work with your PlexWriter drive. See the SCSI board
manufacturer’s web site for the latest driver version.
Note that some manufacturers have stopped supporting the DOS operating
system, and the PlexWriter is not supported as a recorder in DOS. If you have a
DOS or Win 3.x operating system, you can use your PlexWriter only as a reader.
To install or update SCSI support for an existing SCSI board:
1. Try using the SCSI interface with your PlexWriter drive. If it works, you
probably don’t need to install or update the SCSI driver. However, companies
continuously improve drivers or fix problems that are found after product
releases. We highly recommend that you check with the manufacturer and update
the SCSI board driver if a newer one is available.
2. If you need to install or update SCSI support in your computer, follow the
installation instructions supplied by the SCSI manufacturer.