PlexWriter 12/4/32 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 and NT that let you
operate your PlexWriter as a CD-ROM device (reader). The device driver is
usually installed automatically 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 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
Use this section for a quick installation of your PlexWriter drive in a Windows 95 or
Windows 98 system. If you encounter any problems, refer to “Appendix B: Installing
a SCSI Drive in Windows.”
Windows 95/98 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 controller-specific drivers on the Windows 95/98 CD-ROM.
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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 will recognize it automatically. However, 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.
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PlexWriter SCSI drive with PCI SCSI Kit: If you purchased your SCSI
interface board in a Plextor kit, use the Plextor-provided CD-R software CD to
access the necessary drivers.
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PlexWriter SCSI drive and new SCSI interface board: If you purchased your
new SCSI interface board from another source, consult the documentation
provided by the manufacturer of the SCSI interface board for installation
instructions.
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.
