Iomega CD-RW USB 2.0 Drive User Manual
Iomega CD-RW USB 2.0 Drive User's Manual
Welcome to the Iomega CD-RW USB 2.0 Drive. This drive uses the latest USB 2.0 technology to achieve the following speeds:
24X CD-R Write Speed
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40X Read Speed on CD Formats
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10X CD-RW Write Speed
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32X Speed on Digital Audio Extraction (DAE)
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USB 2.0 technology is capable of running at speeds up to 40 times faster than the standard USB 1.1 technology. Connect the Iomega CD-RW USB drive to a USB 2.0 port to
achieve the USB 2.0 speed. Connected to a standard USB 1.1 port, the drive runs at the standard USB 1.1 speed.
The Iomega CD-RW USB drive is capable of reading and writing many types of CDs, such as audio CDs, CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs. The Iomega CD-RW drive can:
Play/Read most types of CD media.
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Write CD-R discs.
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Write and Rewrite CD-RW discs.
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System Requirements
Your system must meet the following minimum requirements to support the Iomega® CD-RW USB 2.0 drive.
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed PCI card installed in your computer
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Recommended RAM requirements for your operating system (see your OS manual for details)
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CD-ROM drive or 740 MB hard drive space to copy CDs
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CD-ROM drive for software installation
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Microsoft® Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher or Netscape® Navigator® 6.1 or higher (to view user's manual)
The following amount of hard drive space for Iomega software:
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Software Size
External
Iomega HotBurn 10 MB
MusicMatch® Jukebox
30 MB
Plus
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ActiveShare
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Pentium® 166 or higher with built-in USB controller (some USB controllers or motherboards might not support all types of USB devices)
40 MB
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Microsoft® Windows® 98, 98SE, 2000, Me, NT or XP
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Sound Blaster® compatible sound card for audio playback
Upgrading from Windows 98 to Windows Me/2000/XP
If a previous version of Iomega CD-RW software is installed on your system, remove it before installing Windows Me/2000/XP. Use
Add/Remove Programs
in Control Panel,
uninstall all the Iomega CD-RW software, then restart Windows. Install Windows Me/2000/XP according to the instructions included with the Windows Me/2000/XP package. Install
the Iomega CD-RW software included with your Iomega drive after the Windows Me/2000/XP installation is complete. See Installing Iomega CD-RW Software for help installing the
Iomega software.
Getting Started
IMPORTANT:
Before installing or using your Iomega CD-RW drive, read and follow the USB guidelines to ensure reliable performance from your USB drive.
Here's how to get started using your Iomega CD-RW drive:
1. Unpack the Iomega CD-RW drive and accessories.
Iomega Solutions CD, Quick
Install booklet, and Blank CD-R
disc
To operate the Iomega® CD-RW drive at USB 2.0 speeds, you will need to purchase and install a USB 2.0 adapter card.
USB
Cable
Audio Cable
Supply
Power
Iomega CD-RW Drive
2. Install the Iomega CD-RW software.
NOTE:
the Iomega CD-RW drive might not be recognized or might not work correctly.
3. Connect your Iomega CD-RW drive.
Installing the Iomega CD-RW software installs the drivers needed on your computer to support the Iomega CD-RW drive. If the necessary drivers are not installed,
Installing Iomega® CD-RW Software
Installing the Iomega software installs the drivers and tools you need on your computer to support your Iomega CD-RW drive. See Selecting and Using Discs for information about
the additional software applications included on the Iomega software CD.
NOTE:
manufacturer of your USB 2.0 adapter card to find the correct drivers for your operating system. The Iomega CD-RW USB drive will run at USB 1.1 speed when connected to a
USB 1.1 connector.
You must connect the Iomega CD-RW drive to a USB 2.0 adapter card and install the correct drivers before the CD-RW drive will run at USB 2.0 speeds. Check with the
1. Start your PC and wait for Windows to finish loading.
NOTE:
2. Insert the Solutions CD (label-side up) into the CD-ROM drive.
If Windows is already running, close any open applications before proceeding.
The software setup program should start automatically. If the Iomega software setup program does not start automatically:
a. Open
b. Double-click the CD-ROM drive letter (usually D:, E:, or F:).
My Computer
or
Windows Explorer
.
c. Double-click
Iomega_CD-RW
.
3. Select
4. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the software.
5. Connect your Iomega CD-RW drive.
Install CD-Ware Software
to install the required software for the Iomega CD-RW USB drive.
Connecting the Iomega® CD-RW Drive
1. If you have not already installed the Iomega CD-RW software, install it now.
NOTE:
the manufacturer of your USB 2.0 adapter card to find the correct drivers for your operating system. The Iomega CD-RW USB drive will run at USB 1.1 speed when
connected to a USB 1.1 connector.
2. Connect the power supply to your Iomega CD-RW drive and then plug it into an outlet. The green power light on the front of the drive should flash momentarily when you
plug in the power supply.
You must connect the Iomega CD-RW drive to a USB 2.0 adapter card and install the correct drivers before the CD-RW drive will run at USB 2.0 speeds. Check with
3. Connect the Iomega CD-RW USB cable that came with your drive to the Iomega CD-RW drive. Squeeze the side buttons to attach the connector or remove it from the drive.
4. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the external USB 2.0 port on the back of your computer. The USB 2.0 PCI card external connectors might not be marked. If you
do not have a USB 2.0 adapter card, connect the drive to a standard USB connection. However, this reduces the speed of the drive.
Congratulations!
For information on operating your new Iomega CD-RW drive, refer to Using Your Iomega CD-RW drive.
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For information on creating different types of CDs, refer to Selecting and Using Discs.
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If you encounter problems installing or using the Iomega CD-RW drive, refer to the Troubleshooting section.
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USB Guidelines
USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an interface designed to make it easy to connect mice, keyboards, joysticks, printers, digital cameras, and other devices to your computer. Because
its ease of use, USB is also used to connect high speed storage devices, such as the Iomega CD-RW USB drive.
The Iomega CD-RW USB 2.0 Drive uses the latest USB technology, USB 2.0. This technology is approximately forty times faster than the previous USB 1.1 technology.
Using the Iomega
CD
-
RW USB Drive
Follow these guidelines to ensure optimal and reliable performance of your Iomega CD-RW USB drive and other USB devices.
You can...
You can use your Iomega CD-RW USB drive on a Windows PC with built-in USB running Windows 98/Me/2000/XP. (Some USB controllers or motherboards might not
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support all types of USB devices.)
You can connect or disconnect the Iomega CD-RW drive while the computer is on.
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You can optimize the Iomega CD-RW drive's performance by disconnecting other USB devices when using the Iomega CD-RW drive. The performance of all USB devices
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decreases as additional USB devices are connected.
You can ensure maximum performance by connecting your Iomega CD-RW drive directly to your computer, instead of a hub.
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You can avoid some system lockups by waiting at least 30 seconds after connecting or disconnecting any USB device to use the Iomega CD-RW drive. (This allows the
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system to re-enumerate the USB bus.) Do not connect, disconnect, or use any other USB device during this time.
CAUTION:
if it doesn't have a chance to re-enumerate the USB bus.
Do not...
Do not connect or disconnect
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NOTE:
stays out.
Do not use any USB cable with your Iomega CD-RW drive other than the cable that came with the drive. Never use USB extension cables with your Iomega CD-RW USB
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drive.
Do not disconnect your Iomega CD-RW drive or unplug power to the drive while a CD is inserted.
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Do not connect more than two Iomega CD-RW USB drives to a single computer.
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Do not transport the Iomega CD-RW USB drive with a disk inserted—You could damage the drive or the disk.
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CAUTION!
lockups or possible data loss. If you are not sure that a USB device complies with the latest USB specification, contact the manufacturer of the device.
After disconnecting a USB device, always wait at least 30 seconds before reconnecting, using, or disconnecting another USB device. Your system might lock up
USB device while the Iomega CD-RW drive is transferring information.
any
If the activity light is flashing, the Iomega CD-RW drive is transferring information. Wait to connect or disconnect any USB device until the activity light goes out and
Data loss might result.
USB devices (including controller chips, hubs, cables, cards, mice, joysticks, and peripherals) that do not comply with the USB specification might cause system
Data loss will result!
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About the Iomega CD-RW Drive
1.
2.
Performance
CD drive performance is measured by how quickly the drive can copy a 74-minute audio CD. A standard 1x CD recorder can record an entire 74-minute audio CD (650 MB) in 74
minutes.
Disc Type Speed Description
CD-R
Write once
CD-RW
Rewritable
CD
Read
* Assuming that the CD-RW media is preformatted.
24x
10x
40x
Drive connectors
The connectors on the back of the drive are listed below.
Your Iomega CD-RW drive can record a full CD 24
times faster than a standard 1x CD recorder; or in
about 3 minutes.
Your Iomega CD-RW drive can create a full
rewritable CD 10 times faster than a standard 1x
CD recorder; or in about 8 minutes*.
Your Iomega CD-RW drive can read data from a
CD-ROM 40 times faster than a standard 1x CDROM.
Connector Function
Power
Connector
USB 2.0 port
3. Factory Test
Port
Use the provided power supply cable to connect to
the drive and then to a wall outlet.
Use the provided USB cable to connect the drive to
a USB 2.0 port or to a standard USB port on your
computer.
Do not connect anything into this port.
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