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Settings and connections
This is IDE equipment that conforms to ATAPI specifications.
Connection example:
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Computer motherboards have two IDE interface connectors: a primary and a secondary.
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You can connect a total of four units to the mother board: one master and one slave IDE unit to the
primary connector, and one master and one slave IDE unit to the secondary connector.
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We recommend connecting this unit as a master to the secondary connector.
Before connecting the DVD-RAM/R drive
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Be sure to read the operating instructions and operating precautions for the computer into which this
DVD-RAM/R drive will be installed.
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Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power socket.
(Never connect the DVD-RAM/R drive while the power is on.)
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Do not place the DVD-RAM/R drive where it will be susceptible to vibration or impact or where the
surface is tilted.
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Be sure to observe all operating environment restrictions as noted in “Specifications” on pages 148,
151 and 152.
Changing the jumper pin setting.
This unit is set as a master at the time of shipment.
There is a jumper pin switch on the rear panel of the unit.
Set the unit to either master or slave, using the above connection example as a guide.
ENGLISH
Computer mother board
Primary
Secondary
Unit 2 set as slave
Unit 1 set as master
Unit 3 set as master
Unit 4 set as slave
Jumper pin
Master setting
Slave setting
Caution:
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Do not mount the jumper pin sideways or in any position other
than specified. This can cause the unit to malfunction.
Not allowed (example)
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