EXP Computer CD-RW, CRW-726 User Manual

PC Card

CD ReWritable

Installation Manual

CRW-726

EXP COMPUTER, INC.

EXP MEMORY PRODUCTS.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

NON-TRANSFERABLE LIMITED WARRANTY

EXP COMPUTER INC., AND EXP MEMORY PRODUCTS ("EXP") warrants that the Disk Traveler
(“products”) manufactured or distributed by EXP to be free from failures due to defects in materials
or workmanship for a full one year from the date of purchase of the products.

This warranty is void if the product is damaged by abnormal or improper use or by accident, abuse
or if any attempt to repair or modify the product without authorization from EXP. Your sales receipt or
invoice, showing the date of purchase and the name of the authorized reseller, is your proof of the
date of purchase. During the warranty period, EXP will at its option, replace or repair, at no charge,
the product that in its opinion is defective.

Before you return the failed products, contact EXP. You will need to obtain a Return Merchandise
Authorization (RMA) number by calling EXP’s Technical Support Department at [phone].
The RMA number should be displayed on the outside of the returning package and on the
accompanying packing list. EXP cannot be held responsible for any package returned without the
RMA number. You are responsible for packaging, providing proof of the date of purchase and
the shipping cost of the failed product to EXP Computer, Inc. You are responsible for mailing the
warranty registration card. The warranty claims may not be honored if there is no corresponding
registration card on file at EXP.

IN NO EVENT WILL EXP BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE, INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFIT, LOSS OF SAVINGS; OR
ANY OTHER DAMAGES CAUSED BY PRODUCT OR FAILURE OF THE PRODUCT TO
PERFORM.

THIS LIMITATION OF LIABILITY APPLIES EVEN IF EXP HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. SOME SATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATION IN INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION
OR LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

INTRODUCTION 1

• SYSTEM REQUIREMENT

• FEATURES

• PART NAME AND FUNCTIONS

INTSTALLATION 3

INSTALLATION FOR PARALLEL PORT INTERFACE

• SOFTWARE INSTALLATION FOR WINDOWS 95 AND 98

• SOFTWARE INSTALLATION FOR WINDOWS NT

INSTALLATION FOR PC CARD INTERFACE (OPTIONAL)

• SOFTWARE INSTALLATION FOR WINDOWS 95 AND 98

• SOFTWARE INSTALLATION FOR WINDOWS NT

TROUBLE SHOOTING 13

• PARALLEL PORT INTERFACE

• PC CARD INTERFACE (OPTIONAL)

REMOVE AND RE-INSTALL THE DRIVER 19

• PC CARD INTERFACE

• PARALLEL PORT INTERFACE

APPENDIX 22

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TECHNICAL SUPPORT: 516-496-7629
TECHNICAL SUPPORT E-MAIL: [e-mail]

• COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER

• FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS

INTRODUCTION

PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

The CD ReWriter is a portable CD-ROM drive, which consists of a low­power CD rewritable drive, a small 26 pin universal connector, a cable for
Parallel port (printer port),. It is compatible with either computer’s Parallel
Port or PC CARD (PCMCIA) 2.1 Type II or I slot. (sold separately). The CD
Rewriter can write to CD-R (write-once) or CD-RW (rewritable) disk and read
other variety of CD formats. The drive required an external power supply
adapter (included). CD ReWriter dual connection gives user flexibility to add
more storage space or transfer data between your notebook and/or your
desktop computer.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

1. Notebook or desktop computer with a Parallel port (EPP or bi­directional) If using the PC Card interface, the computer should have at
least one PC Card (PCMCIA) 2.1 Type I or II slot.

2. Windows 95/98, Windows NT 3.51/4.0

FEATURES

§ Data rate/write 300KB/sec double-speed

§ Data rate/read vary from 600KB/sec (inner-track)

to 900KB/sec (outer-track)

§ Standard Parallel port connection.

§ Complies with PC Card (PCMCIA) 2.1 specification

§ Windows 95/98, Windows NT Ready

§ Suitable for the following disk standard: CD R/RW, CD- DA, CD-ROM,

CD-I, C—ROM XA, CD-Bridge, Photo CD, Video CD, CD Extra

§ Power source: AC Adapter

Input: 120-240 VAC 50-60 Hz 0.4 A.
Output: 12 VDC 1000 mA.

§ CD-RW and CD-R disc and application software included.

1. Parallel Port interface cable
Standard 25 pin Parallel port connector and 26 pin small connector.

2. CD drive assembly
CD drive with the power indicator, a DC input jack

3. AC Adapter
Input: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz. 0.4A.

Output: +12 VDC/1000mA.

4. Blank CD-RW and CD-R disk

INSTALLATION

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION FOR WINDOWS 95/98

The installation procedures have two sections for each type of interface.

1. Parallel Port interface

2. PC Card (PCMCIA) interface (sold separately)

The procedure includes hardware and software installation. Just follow along
the interface of your choice.

INSTALLATION FOR PARALLEL PORT INTERFACE

HARDWARE INSTALLATION

Before you begin, make sure you turn OFF all power to your system before
connecting the CD ReWriter to your computer.

1. Connect the DC Input adapter cable to the EXP CD drive assembly.

2. Connect one end of the Parallel cable to EXP CD (26 pin small
connector), and connect the other end to computer parallel port.
(standard 25 connector)

3. Plug-in the AC adapter to a working AC receptacle.

You are now ready to install the software.

CAUTION

The CD and electronic components installed on the CD ReWriter are very
sensitive to damage from static electricity. Before handling the unit, touch a
grounded metal surface. DO NOT connect/disconnect the CD ReWriter unit
to/from the parallel cable when the system is in power-on state.

Check all the connection as states in the “Hardware Installation” section.
From the Desktop Click ‘My Computer’ icon, ‘Control Panel’ and then ‘Add

New Hardware’

1. Click "Next>" to begin.

2. When prompted whether to search for your new hardware,
Select "No" and click "Next>".