OWC MERCURY PRO OPTICAL
INTRODUCTION
1.1.3 Supported Optical Drives
•5.25” SATA optical drives (CD, DVD, and Blu-ray) up to 7.7” (19.5cm) deep.
•Media support, read/write speeds, and other features will vary based on the optical
drive mechanism installed.
1.2 PACKAGE CONTENTS
• Depending on the kit purchased, some units may also include bundled software.
• FireWire 400 (1394a) cable NOT included.
INTRODUCTION
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1.3 ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Firmware, images, and descriptions may vary slightly between this manual and the unit
shipped. Functions and features may change depending on the firmware version. Please
visit the product webpage for the most recent product specifications.
1.1.1 Apple® Mac® Requirements
•FireWire®: OS X® 10.2 or later
•USB 3.0 (backwards compatible to
USB 2.0): OS X 10.2 or later
1.1.2 PC Requirements
•FireWire: Windows® XP or later
•USB 3.0 (backwards compatible to USB
2.0): Windows XP or later
1.1 MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
OWC Mercury Pro Optical
Power supply
(100~240v auto-switching)
FireWire 800 (1394b)
9-pin to 9-pin cable
Phillips screws to mount
optical drive (4)*
USB 3.0 (A to standard-B)
cable
Phillips screws for rear
of enclosure (2)*
*If purchased as a preconfigured solution with optical drive included, all screws are already installed.