Lenovo 41N5653 User Manual

Multi-Burner Plu s Ultrabay Slim Drive

User’ s Gui de

Multi-Burner Plu s Ultrabay Slim Drive

User’ s Gui de

ATTENTION

Before installing this product, read the ThinkPad System Safety Booklet.

Note

Be sure to keep your proof of purchase, because it might be required for warranty services. See Appendix C, “Lenovo Statement of Limited Warranty,” on page 21.

Third Edition (June 2005) © Copyright Lenovo 2005.

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Safety information . . . . . . . . . .v

General safety guidelines . . . . . . . vii

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii

Power cords and power adapters . . . . . . . vii

Extension cords and related devices . . . . . . viii

Plugs and outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . viii

Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii

Heat and product ventilation . . . . . . . .ix

CD and DVD drive safety . . . . . . . . . .ix

Registering your option . . . . . . . .xi

Chapter 1. About the Multi-Burner Plus

drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Product description . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Software description . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Installation requirements . . . . . . . . . .4

Installing the drive . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Locating the drive controls . . . . . . . . .4

Chapter 2. Using the Multi-Burner Plus

drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Before you begin . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Handling and caring for a disc . . . . . . . .5

Caring for the Multi-Burner Plus drive . . . . .6

Loading a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Using the drive . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Using single and double-sided DVD-RAM media 7

Removing the disc from the cartridge . . . . .7

Returning the disc to the cartridge . . . . . .7

Precautions for handling . . . . . . . . .8

Using the drive with CDs and DVDs . . . . . .8

Securing a disc in a vertically mounted drive . .8

Manually ejecting a disc . . . . . . . . .8

Using Intervideo WinDVD Creator . . . . . . .8

Using WinDVD . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Using the DVD function . . . . . . . . .10

Starting WinDVD . . . . . . . . . . .11

Using drive letter access (DLA) . . . . . . . .11

Using the RecordNow software . . . . . . . .12

Using the CD-R and CD-RW function . . . . .13

Using the DVD-R and DVD-RW function . . . .14

Backing up a CD or DVD . . . . . . . . .14

Problem solving . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Appendix A. Product specifications . .17

Appendix B. Service and Support . . .19

Online technical support . . . . . . . . . .19

Telephone technical support . . . . . . . . .19

Appendix C. Lenovo Statement of

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . .21

Part 1 - General Terms . . . . . . . . . . .21

Part 2 - Country-unique Terms . . . . . . . .24

Part 3 - Warranty Information . . . . . . . .35

Warranty Period . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Types of Warranty Service . . . . . . . .35

Worldwide telephone list . . . . . . . . .36

Guarantee supplement for Mexico . . . . . . .39

Appendix D. Notices . . . . . . . . .41

Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Electronic emission notices . . . . . . . . .42

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . .42

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Safety information

Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.

Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança.

Pred instalací tohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí.

Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt.

Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information.

Avant d’installer ce produit, lisez les consignes de sécurité.

Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen.

Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza.

Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsvoorschriften.

Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet.

Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança.

Antes de instalar este producto lea la información de seguridad.

Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.

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General safety guidelines

Always observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury and property damage.

Service

Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the Customer Support Center. Use only a service provider who is approved to repair your particular product.

Note: Some parts can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. These parts are

referred to as Customer Replaceable Units, or CRUs. Lenovo expressly identifies CRUs as such, and provides documentation with instructions when it is appropriate for customers to replace those parts. You must closely follow all instructions when performing such replacements. Always make sure that the power is turned off and that the product is unplugged from any power source before you attempt the replacement. If you have any questions or concerns, contact the Customer Support Center.

Power cords and power adapters

Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by the product manufacturer.

Never wrap a power cord around the power adapter or other object. Doing so can stress the cord in ways that can cause the cord to fray, crack or crimp. This can present a safety hazard.

Always route power cords so that they will not be walked on, tripped over, or pinched by objects.

Protect the cord and power adapters from liquids. For instance, do not leave your cord or power adapter near sinks, tubs, toilets, or on floors that are cleaned with liquid cleansers. Liquids can cause a short circuit, particularly if the cord or power adapter has been stressed by misuse. Liquids can also cause gradual corrosion of the power cord terminals and/or the connector terminals on the adapter which can eventually result in overheating.

Always connect power cords and signal cables in the correct order and ensure that all power cord connectors are securely and completely plugged into receptacles.

Do not use any power adapter that shows corrosion at the ac input pins and/or shows signs of overheating (such as deformed plastic) at the ac input or anywhere on the power adapter.

Do not use any power cords where the electrical contacts on either end show signs of corrosion or overheating or where the power cord appears to have been damaged in any way.

Extension cords and related devices

Ensure that extension cords, surge protectors, uninterruptible power supplies, and power strips that you use are rated to handle the electrical requirements of the product. Never overload these devices. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed the power strip input rating. Consult an electrician for more information if you have questions about power loads, power requirements, and input ratings.

Plugs and outlets

If a receptacle (power outlet) that you intend to use with your computer equipment appears to be damaged or corroded, do not use the outlet until it is replaced by a qualified electrician.

Do not bend or modify the plug. If the plug is damaged, contact the manufacturer to obtain a replacement.

Some products are equipped with a three-pronged plug. This plug fits only into a grounded electrical outlet. This is a safety feature. Do not defeat this safety feature by trying to insert it into a non-grounded outlet. If you cannot insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician for an approved outlet adapter or to replace the outlet with one that enables this safety feature. Never overload an electrical outlet. The overall system load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit rating. Consult an electrician for more information if you have questions about power loads and branch circuit ratings.

Batteries

Be sure that the power outlet you are using is properly wired, easily accessible, and located close to the equipment. Do not fully extend power cords in a way that will stress the cords.

Connect and disconnect the equipment from the electrical outlet carefully

All personal computers manufactured by Lenovo contain a non-rechargeable coin cell battery to provide power to the system clock. In addition many mobile products such as ThinkPad notebook PCs utilize a rechargeable battery pack to provide system power when in portable mode. Batteries supplied by Lenovo for use with your product have been tested for compatibility and should only be replaced with Lenovo approved parts.

Never attempt to open or service any battery. Do not crush, puncture, or incinerate batteries or short circuit the metal contacts. Do not expose the battery to water or other liquids. Only recharge the battery pack strictly according to instructions included in the product documentation.

Battery abuse or mishandling can cause the battery to overheat, which can cause gasses or flame to “vent” from the battery pack or coin cell. If your battery is damaged, or if you notice any discharge from your battery or the buildup of foreign materials on the battery leads, stop using the battery and obtain a replacement from the battery manufacturer.

Batteries can degrade when they are left unused for long periods of time. For some rechargeable batteries (particularly Lithium Ion batteries), leaving a battery unused in a discharged state could increase the risk of a battery short circuit, which could

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shorten the life of the battery and can also pose a safety hazard. Do not let rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries completely discharge or store these batteries in a discharged state.

Heat and product ventilation

Computers generate heat when turned on and when batteries are charging. Notebook PCs can generate a significant amount of heat due to their compact size. Always follow these basic precautions:

v Do not leave the base of your computer in contact with your lap or any part of

your body for an extended period when the computer is functioning or when the battery is charging. Your computer produces some heat during normal operation. Extended contact with the body could cause discomfort or, potentially, a skin burn.

v Do not operate your computer or charge the battery near flammable materials or

in explosive environments.

v Ventilation slots, fans and/or heat sinks are provided with the product for safety,

comfort, and reliable operation. These features might inadvertently become blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, carpet, or other flexible surface. Never block, cover or disable these features.

CD and DVD drive safety

CD and DVD drives spin discs at a high speed. If a CD or DVD is cracked or otherwise physically damaged, it is possible for the disc to break apart or even shatter when the CD drive is in use. To protect against possible injury due to this situation, and to reduce the risk of damage to your machine, do the following:

v Always store CD/DVD discs in their original packaging v Always store CD/DVD discs out of direct sunlight and away from direct heat

sources

v Remove CD/DVD discs from the computer when not in use v Do not bend or flex CD/DVD discs, or force them into the computer or their

packaging

v Check CD/DVD discs for cracks before each use. Do not use cracked or

damaged discs

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Registering your option

Thank you for purchasing this Lenovo register your product and provide us with information that will help Lenovo to better serve you in the future. Your feedback is valuable to us in developing products and services that are important to you, as well as in developing better ways to communicate with you. Register your option on the following Web site:

http://www.lenovo.com/register

Lenovo will send you information and updates on your registered product unless you indicate on the Web site questionnaire that you do not want to receive further information.

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Chapter 1. About the Multi-Burner Plus drive

This manual provides information on registering, installing, and using the ThinkPad Software and User’s Guide CD in the following languages:

v Brazilian Portuguese v Czech v English v French v German v Italian v Japanese v Simplified Chinese v Slovak v Spanish v Traditional Chinese v Turkish

appendixes of this guide contain warranty information and legal notices.

The

Product description

Your Multi-Burner Plus is compatible with the DVD-Multi Recorder specification, and can record as well as read DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, and DVD-R (for General, 650 nm) media. Your drive can also record CD-R, CD-RW, and High-Speed CD-RW media, and uses buffer underrun prevention technology for reliable CD burning. Your Multi-Burner Plus can read many other formats including DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD Video, Video CD, audio CD, multiple-session, extended architecture (XA) CDs, and Kodak Photo CDs. (Some DVD+R and DVD+RW media brands may not be compatible.) The Multi-Burner Plus is designed for installation in your Ultrabay Slim Drive Bay.

Multi-Burner Plus Ultrabay

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Slim Drive, and is available on the

Media Write speed

CD-R 24X Max.

CD-RW 4X

High Speed CD-RW 10X Max.

Ultra Speed CD-RW 10X

DVD-R 2X Max.

DVD+R 2.4X Max.

DVD-RW 2X Max.

DVD+RW 2.4X Max.

DVD-RAM 2X Max.

In addition to this Software and User’s Guide CD, your option package includes the following:

v Multi-Burner Plus drive

v Carrying case v Quick Reference Guide

v Laser Safety Guide

Your kit might also contain a software update diskette.

Note:

Contact your place of purchase if an item is missing or damaged. Be sure to retain your proof of purchase. It might be required to receive warranty service. See Appendix B, “Service and Support,” on page 19 for technical support information.

Software description

Your Multi-Burner Plus Software and User’s Guide Super CD contains the following software:

v Intervideo WinDVD Creator

Computer part Minimum Optimal

Processor Intel Celeron 800Mhz Intel Pentium

III 600Mhz

Direct DVD support requires P4 1.6GHz or higher for real-time requirement

RAM 64Mb 128Mb

Operating system Microsoft

Windows

Professional or Windows XP

Sound Windows-compatible sound

card that supports 48KHz playback

Video Windows-compatible AGP or

PCI graphic card

2000

Windows 2000 or Windows XP

Windows-compatible sound card that supports 48KHz playback (PCI recommended)

Windows-compatible AGP or PCI graphic card (overlay support recommended)

Hard drive

v 70 MB for installation v 620 MB for every hour of

VCD-quality MPEG-1 video

v 2 GB for every hour of

DVD-quality MPEG-2 video

v 70 MB for installation v 620 MB for every hour of

VCD-quality MPEG-1 video

v 2 GB for every hour of

DVD-quality MPEG-2 video

Others CD or DVD burner required

for VCD and DVD burning. Appropriate hardware needed to import video from external sources, such as DV cameras and camcorders

Note: WinDVD Creator can import and export DivX content with the DivX

codec pre-installed. DivX is a trademark of DivXNetworks, Inc.

This software enables you to record video files to DVD-RW or DVD-R media that can be played in most stand-alone DVD players. Yo u can also use this software to edit and modify your own video assets prior to recording.

If you have an analog or IEEE 1394 capture device installed in your computer, you can use this software to record video from a camera.

v Drive Letter Access (DLA)

This software enables you to write directly to CD-RW, CD-R, DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, and DVD-R media using the drive letter like you would if you were

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writing to a diskette. All disc format types can be formatted by DLA. With DLA, you can drag-and-drop files, create new directories, or save files from any application directly to your Multi-Burner Plus.

v UDF reader

This software enables you to install software for reading DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, and CD-RW media on computers with DVD drives. It also allows you to read DLA-created discs on systems without DLA installed.

v RecordNow

RecordNow is disc mastering software that allows you to create your own music or data discs from files on your computer, or from other disc media such as CDs or DVDs. Music discs created with RecordNow will play on any CD player, whether it’s at home, in your car, or through your computer’s CD-ROM. RecordNow also makes it easy to create data discs that can be read on any appropriate CD or DVD disc reader.

Note: Some DVD players cannot read CD-R media. Refer to the documentation

that accompanied your drive for information on supported media.

RecordNow guides you, step-by-step, through the recording process with simple Wizards and an intuitive user-interface.

Using RecordNow you can create: – Exact copies of existing discs - The Exact Copy feature makes a duplicate of

your master disc, transferring the disc layout of the original disc to your CD-R, CD-RW, or DVD media.

– Discs of archived data from your hard drive – The Make a Data Disc feature

is used to store electronic data, such as the files and applications that reside on your computer’s hard drive. Unlike music discs, data discs are used to store files that are readable only by a computer, and cannot be played on your home or car stereo—even if audio files are on the disc.

– Music compilations from WAV, MP3, or WMA files, or from existing music

discs – The Make a Music Disc feature creates custom music discs from files on your hard drive or your existing music discs. The CD music database feature can automatically tag your files with track information to help you sort through your collection.

Note: Please reference the RecordNow On-line Help, for more information on

how to Make an Exact copy, Create a Data Disc, or to Create an Audio disc with RecordNow.

To start RecordNow, complete the following procedure:

1. Click Start.

2. Click Programs.

3. Click RecordNow.

4. Click RecordNow to open the main recording software window.

Simple Backup

This software enables you to create full or incremental backups of your system files on DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R, CD-R, or CD-RW media, and allows you to restore your computer if it crashes.

v Intervideo WinDVD

This software enables you to play back DVD videos on your computer or to play video files from your hard disk drive.

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Note: Some graphics adapters such as the FIREGL, Intergraph, and 3dLabs, do not

support DVD video playback.

Installation requirements

To install the Multi-Burner Plus drive, your ThinkPad computer must contain the following requirements:

v A ThinkPad system with an Ultrabay Slim Drive Bay v A ThinkPad X4 Ultrabase Dock or Dock II v Windows XP or Microsoft Windows 2000 operating system

Notes:

1. Lenovo offers limited support for computers with Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98, or Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition (Me) desktop operating systems.

2. The ThinkPad A21e computer does not support DVD playback under Microsoft Windows NT

Installing the drive

Your ThinkPad computer includes a help system, Access ThinkPad, that provides drive installation instructions specific to your computer. To correctly install the Multi-Burner Plus drive into the Ultrabay slim drive bay, use the instructions given in the Access ThinkPad help system.

Workstation.

Locating the drive controls

The following diagram shows the location of the controls on the front of the drive.

1 Power light: This light is visible when the drive is in use.

2 Eject button: Press this button to eject a DVD or CD.

3 Manual eject hole: Use this emergency release to eject a DVD or CD when the

Eject button does not work. For more information on manually ejecting a DVD or CD, see “Manually ejecting a disc” on page 8.

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Chapter 2. Using the Multi-Burner Plus drive

This section provides information on how to handle, load, and care for DVDs and CDs and how to care for your Multi-Burner Plus drive.

Before you begin

For best results, review the following guidelines before using the drive: v Do not move your ThinkPad computer while formatting or writing a disc as this

might cause data errors. Also, minimize typing while formatting or writing to a disc, as this might also cause data errors.

v Keep the ThinkPad computer on a flat surface when writing to a disc. v Make sure the ThinkPad computer is plugged into an ac outlet when using the

drive. The disc might be damaged if the battery runs out while writing to a disc.

v Turn screensavers off. Using a screensaver might interrupt the formatting and

writing process.

v Do not put your ThinkPad computer into hibernation or suspend mode while

writing to a disc.

The read and write results of the drive depend upon the quality and

Note:

characteristics of the DVD or CD media used.

Handling and caring for a disc

Carefully handle and clean discs, especially writable media types such as CD-R and CD-RW discs, so that they remain readable. You can prolong the life of your discs by using the following precautions:

v Always store discs in their original packaging. v Always store discs out of direct sunlight. v Always store discs away from direct heat sources. v Remove discs from the computer when not in use. v Check discs for cracks BEFORE each use.

IMPORTANT: Do not use discs that are cracked.

v Do not force discs into the computer or packaging. v Do not bend or flex discs. v Do not use commercial cleaners to clean discs. v Do not write on the surface of discs. v Handle discs by the edges or the center hole. v Do not touch the surface of discs. v To remove dust or fingerprints, wipe discs from the center to the edge with a

soft, lint-free cloth.

Attention: Wiping a disc using a circular motion can cause data loss.

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