3. If the TDK DVD-R/RW writer is not recognised by Windows 2000, you first will need to
reboot the computer and then use your computer’s setup program to program the BIOS* to
recognise the new writer. You will need to reboot your computer when you have finished.
WARNING:
INEXPERIENCED PC USERS ARE STRONGLY ADVISED TO SEEK
EXPERT ASSISTANCE FOR ANY BIOS* LEVEL PROGRAMMING THAT MAY BE
NECESSARY.
NOTE:
Refer to your Windows 2000 handbook for information on how to run the
setup program. Use the setup program to set up IDE* master* and slave*
designations as needed for your configuration. If a master* or slave* is set to “disable” or
“none” (or a similar designation) change it as appropriate to “enable” or “auto” (or a similar
designation depending on your setup program).
4.
Reboot your computer to activate the changes.
Enabling DMA
(Direct Memory Access)
The DMA setting must be enabled for the TDK DVD-R/RW writer in order to achieve top reading
and writing speeds. The instructions below will help you enable DMA:
•
Click the Windows Start button, then Settings, then Control Panel, then double-click the
System icon, then select the Device Manager tab. You will see a list of devices in your
system.
•
Double-click the CD-ROM icon and select TDK DVDRW0200E with a single click. Then,
click on the Properties button and select the Settings tab. You will now see the properties
for the TDK DVD-R/RW writer.
•
Ensure the DMA box is checked ON (i.e. is enabled), then click OK.
•
Close the System Properties window by clicking the Close button.
•
When prompted, reboot your system.
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