Section 1. Getting Started
PX-820 Installation and Users Manual
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Features of the PX-820
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Choice of interfaces:
ATAPI interface
: The PX-820A easily installs in virtually any
PC with an E-IDE ATAPI interface.
Serial ATA interface
: The PX-820SA takes advantage of the
benefits of the Serial Advanced Technology Attachment
(SATA) interface, with its smaller, more flexible cables and
faster interface speed.
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High speed transfers
:
The PX-820A supports data transfers via Ultra DMA66, DMA
Mode 4, and PIO Mode 4.
The PX-820SA supports next-generation high speed transfers
via the Serial ATA 1.0 interface.
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Replaceable front panel
: For mounting in any PC, you can change
the front-panel bezel and tray door from black to beige in a few
moments.
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MMC compliance
: Supports the MMC-5 command set.
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Flash memory
: Allows upgrading the PX-820 to the latest firmware
revision (available from the Plextor web site) without opening the
computer or physically accessing the drive.
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Black tray
: Reduces the effect of optical distortion by absorbing
reflections from the laser beam, enhancing read quality.
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Plug and Play
: Supports Windows Plug and Play.
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CPRM support
: The PX-820 supports Content Protection for
Recordable Media, so you can play CPRM copy-controlled media.
