Section 5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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Possible Cause #3
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Using CD-RW media. This drive does not support 8X speed with CD-RW media.
Solution #3
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Use CD-R media.
Possible Cause #4
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Defective CD-R media.
Solution #4
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CD-R media may be dirty, scratched or damaged. Rewrite using another CD-R
disc.
Possible Cause #5
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Using authoring software other than that bundled with the PlexWriter.
Solution #5
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To use other types of authoring software, contact the supplier and ensure the
software support the PX-W8432T CD-RW drive. Supported software lists can
also be found on the Plextor web site at
www.plextor.com
.
Possible Cause #6
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CD-ROM drive used cannot read data fast enough to record at 8X.
Solution #6
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Record to HDD first, then to PlexWriter.
Troubleshooting for Macintosh Users
Symptoms
Drive will not operate as CD-ROM, CD-R or CD-RW device.
Possible Cause
•
Whether using the PlexWriter as a standard CD-ROM, CD-R or CD-RW device,
you will need additional software and device drivers that are not part of the
Macintosh operating system.
Solution
•
You will need to purchase additional software. Supported software lists can also
be found on the Plextor web site at www.plextor.com.
.
Symptoms
Drive not responding.
Possible Cause
•
Bad connection between PlexWriter drive and IDE interface.
Solution
•
Check the IDE cable to ensure it is seated properly and has no bent pins.
