ASUS SCB-2424A-U User Manual

SCB-2424A-U
External Slim
Combo Drive

24x/24x/24x CD-RW Drive
8x DVD-ROM Drive

User GuideUser Guide

User Guide

User GuideUser Guide

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Copyright © 2005 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.Copyright © 2005 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.

Copyright © 2005 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.

Copyright © 2005 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.Copyright © 2005 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.
No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced,

transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form
or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the
express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”).

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IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF
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INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS
OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS
HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR
ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT.

Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or
altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the
serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

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are released for each product design represented by the digit before and after the period of the
manual revision number. Manual updates are represented by the third digit in the manual revision
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Contents

Notices ................................................................................................ 4

ASUS contact information .................................................................. 5

Safety information .............................................................................. 6

Installation notices .................................................................. 6

Using the device ...................................................................... 7

Conventions used in this guide ........................................................... 7

Package contents ............................................................................... 8

1. Welcome! ................................................................................. 9

2. Product introduction ............................................................... 9

2.1 Specifications ............................................................ 9

2.2 Features .................................................................. 10

3. Installation ............................................................................. 15

3.1 System requirements .............................................. 15

3.2 Connecting the drive cables .................................... 16

3.3 Driver installation ..................................................... 17

3.4 Checking the drive in the system ............................ 20

3.5 Unplugging the drive ............................................... 22

4. Drive basics ........................................................................... 23

4.1 Placing a disc into the drive .................................... 23

4.2 Ejecting a disc from the drive ................................. 24

4.3 Using the emergency manual eject bar ................... 25

4.4 Using compact discs ................................................ 26

5. Technical information ............................................................ 27

5.1 Environmental specifications ................................... 27

5.2 Electrical and audio specifications ........................... 27

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Notices

Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement

Federal Communications Commission Statement

Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules . Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:

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This device may not cause harmful interference, and

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This device must accept any interference received including interference
that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.

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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

WARNING!WARNING!

WARNING! The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to

WARNING!WARNING!
the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations.
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.

Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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ASUS contact information

ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.

ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.

ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.

Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259
Telephone [phone]
Fax [phone]
E-mail [e-mail]
Web site www.asus.com.tw

Technical Support

Telephone [phone]

ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)

ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)

ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)

Address 44370 Nobel Drive, Fremont, CA 94538, USA
Fax [phone]
Web site usa.asus.com

Technical Support

Telephone

(General) [phone]

(Notebook) [phone] x5110
Support fax [phone]
Online support support.asus.com

ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)

ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)

ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)

Address Harkort Str. 25, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany
Telephone [phone]
Fax [phone]
Web site www.asuscom.de
Online contact www.asuscom.de/sales

Technical Support

Telephone

(Component) [phone]

(Notebook) [phone]
Support Fax [phone]
Online support support.asus.com

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Safety information

Observe the following precautions before installing and using the drive!

Installation noticesInstallation notices

Installation notices

Installation noticesInstallation notices

Do not place this device in an
unstable position, or on vibrating
surfaces.

Do not place this device under
direct sunlight or in humid or
damp places.

Do not use or place this device
near magnetic fields, televisions,
or radios to avoid electronic
interference that affects drive
performance.

Do not attempt to disassemble or
repair the drive. Opening the drive
may result to laser radiation
exposure.

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Safety information

Using the deviceUsing the device

Using the device

Using the deviceUsing the device

• Use of any controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those

specified in this manual may result to hazardous radiation exposure.

• Do not attempt to disassemble the drive.

• Do not move the device from a cold to a warm or hot environment.

Drastic change of temperature is harmful to the device.

• Before moving or uninstalling the drive, remove disc from it, if any.

• Prevent liquids and metal objects to get into the device. If this situation

occurs, contact your retailer for assistance.

• Do not use any evaporating solvents to clean the device. If you

accidentally sprayed any solvent on the device, use a clean cloth to wipe
it. You may also use a neutral cleaner to dilute the solvent to easily wipe
it from the device.

• Try not to interrupt the supply of power while the device is in reading or

writing mode.

• Do not place damaged or warped discs inside the device. A warped disc

may break while in use and damage the device.

• Do not place discs into the device immediately if they came from a cold

environment, especially during cold seasons. Wait until the discs have
reached room temperature.

Conventions used in this guide

To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this manual.

WARNING/DANGER: WARNING/DANGER:

WARNING/DANGER: Information to prevent injury to yourself

WARNING/DANGER: WARNING/DANGER:
when trying to complete a task.

CAUTION:CAUTION:

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components

CAUTION:CAUTION:
when trying to complete a task.

IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a

IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:
task.

NOTE: NOTE:

NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a

NOTE: NOTE:
task.

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Package contents

Upon opening your ASUS External Slim CD-RW/DVD-ROM (SCB-2424A-U)
drive package, check if all the following items are present and in good
condition. If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer
immediately.

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ASUS External Slim CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive (SCB-2424A-U)

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USB 2.0 cable

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Power adapter

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User guide (English and Traditional Chinese)

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Multi-language quick installation poster

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Bundled software CD
(plus Windows® 98 SE and Mac OS® USB 2.0 driver)

The above items are available in retail boxes only.

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1. Welcome!

Thank you for buying the
(SCB-2424A-U) (SCB-2424A-U)

(SCB-2424A-U) Drive!

(SCB-2424A-U) (SCB-2424A-U)

ASUS External Slim CD-RW/DVD-ROMASUS External Slim CD-RW/DVD-ROM

ASUS External Slim CD-RW/DVD-ROM

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To ensure proper installation and use of this drive, read the instructions
and other important information contained in this manual.

2. Product introduction

2.12.1

2.1

2.12.1

The SCB-2424A-U has the following specifications.

SpeedsSpeeds

Speeds

SpeedsSpeeds

CD-R WriteCD-R Write

CD-R Write

CD-R WriteCD-R Write
CD-RW WriteCD-RW Write

CD-RW Write

CD-RW WriteCD-RW Write
CD ReadCD Read

CD Read

CD ReadCD Read
DVD ReadDVD Read

DVD Read

DVD ReadDVD Read

Random access timeRandom access time

Random access time

Random access timeRandom access time

DVDDVD

DVD

DVDDVD
CDCD

CD

CDCD

SpecificationsSpecifications

Specifications

SpecificationsSpecifications

24x, 20x, 16x, 12x (P-CAV), 8x, 4x (CLV)
24x, 20x, 16x, 12x (P-CAV), 8x, 4x, 2x (CLV)
24x max (CAV) ~ 3600 KB/sec
8x max (CAV) ~ 10820 KB/sec

130 ms
125 ms

InterfaceInterface

Interface

InterfaceInterface

Technology supportTechnology support

Technology support

Technology supportTechnology support

Buffer memory sizeBuffer memory size

Buffer memory size

Buffer memory sizeBuffer memory size

Application discsApplication discs

Application discs

Application discsApplication discs

DVDDVD

DVD

DVDDVD

CDCD

CD

CDCD

Writing modeWriting mode

Writing mode

Writing modeWriting mode

DimensionsDimensions

Dimensions

DimensionsDimensions

MassMass

Mass

MassMass

USB 2.0

FlextraSpeed
FlextraLink

P-CAV Recording Technology

2 MB

12 cm or 8 cm diameter, 1.2 mm thick
DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18, DVD-ROM,
DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-Video, DVD+RW, DVD+R

Audio CD, CD-ROM/XA, Video CD, CD-I, I-trax,
Multi-session Photo CD, Karaoke CD, and CD-Extra

Track-at-Once, Disc-at-Once, Session-at-Once,
Packet Write

129.0 (w) x 142.0 (d) x 16.0 mm (h)

250 g

TM

Technology

TM

Technology

Refer to the section “Technical information” on page 27 for
detailed specifications.

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