Yamaha CRW2100FXZ, CRW2100SXZ User Manual
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CRW2100SXZ &
CRW2100FXZ Models
Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION 2
1.1) Welcome to the Yamaha 3-in-1 CD-RW drives
1.2) About your Yamaha 3-in-1 CD-RW drive
2. REGISTRATION 6
3. SCSI MODEL HARDWARE INSTALLATION 7
3.1) Setup Flowchart for CRW2100SXZ (SCSI)
3.2) Rear Panel of CRW2100SXZ (SCSI)
3.3) SCSI Drive Settings
4. FIREWIRE MODEL HARDWARE INSTALLATION 20
4.1) Setup Flowchart for CRW2100FXZ (FireWire IEEE1394)
4.4) Connecting the FireWire drive
4.5) Connecting and Disconnecting IEEE1394 Devices
5. OPERATING YOUR NEW 3-IN-1 DRIVE 31
5.1) Front Pnel
5.2) Loading a Disk
5.3) Ejecting a Disk
5.4) Manualy Ejecting a Disk in an Emergency
6. INSTALLING SOFTWARE 34
6.2) Adaptec DirectCD
6.3) Easy CD Creator
6.4) Other Software
7. MAKING CDS 36
7.1) Making Audio (Music) CDs
7.2) Making Data CDs
7.3) Making a .wav file from a CD
7.4) Making CDs on a Macintosh computer
8. TROUBLESHOOTING 47
9. APPENDIX 52
9.1) Writing Modes
9.2) About the Firmware
9.3) LED Indicator
10. SPECIFICATIONS 56
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Version 2
(3/2001)
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. Welcome to Yamaha 3-in-1 CD-RW recorder family
Thank you for purchasing a Yamaha 3-in-1 CD-RW recorder.
Bringing a new dimension to your PC’s capabilities and performance, Yamaha’s 3-in-1
CD-RW recorders are designed for recording, re-writing, and playing CDs. Used primarily
for CD duplication, data storage, back-up, and transferring data, CD-RW drives are quickly
becoming mainstream in today’s computers. No other storage medium is so cost effective.
No other medium can be read by over 300 million computers worldwide. And no other
medium lets you record music and play it back on your home stereo or in your car.
Yamaha makes the CD-ReWritable drives that every other drive is compared to. Yamaha
quality, reliability, features, bundled software, and reputation are the reasons.
Before you can start enjoying all the features and benefits of your new Yamaha 3-in-1
CD-RW drive, please read this manual thoroughly. It is also a good idea to keep this
manual in a safe place for future reference.
1.1.1. List of the Products Supported by This Manual
This manual provides information relevant to the following Yamaha 3-in-1 CD-RW drives:
Model Name Function Feature Summary
CRW2100SXZ 16X Write, 10X Re-Write, 40X Read External SCSI CD ReWritable drive
CRW2100FXZ 16X Write, 10X Re-Write, 40X Read External IEEE 1394 CD ReWritable drive
1.1.2. System Requirements
Your new Yamaha CD-RW drive is a high performance CD recording device. For optimum
performance, Yamaha recommends installing your new CD-RW drive in a high performance PC. While complying to the minimum requirements highlighted below will ensure
proper installation and operation of the drive, Yamaha’s r
ecommended requirements are
essential for high speed (8x and above) recording speeds.
Minimum Requirements:
IBM PC and compatibles:
• Intel Pentium or equivalent CPU running at 200 MHz or faster
• Fast hard disk drive with 19 ms or faster access speed
• CD-ROM drive to load provided software
• A SCSI controller card (CRW2100SXZ) or available IEEE 1394 (FireWire
TM
) controller port
(CRW2100FXZ)
• Windows 95/98, Windows 2000, or NT 4.0 (with Service Pack 3 or 5) for
CRW2100SXZ
• Windows 98 SE, ME or Windows 2000 (for CRW 2100FXZ).
Macintosh and compatibles:
• System 8.6 or newer
• Available SCSI controller port (CRW2100SXZ) or available
IEEE 1394 (FireWire
TM
) controller port (CRW2100FXZ).
• Blue or White G3 or newer.
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Recommended Requirements:
IBM PC and compatibles:
• Intel Pentium II or equivalent CPU running at 333 MHz or faster
• Fast hard disk drive with 15 ms or faster access speed
• High Performance CD-ROM drive (with Digital Audio Extraction of at least 1600 kbs)
for Audio CD duplication
• Available PCI-based SCSI controller card CRW2100SXZ-Yamaha recommends Adaptec
AHA-29xx, AHA-39xx families of SCSI controllers or Iwill 2930c SCSI and 2930u+ Ultra
SCSI or available IEEE 1394 (FireWire
TM
) controller port (CRW2100FXZ)
• Windows 95/98, Windows 2000, or NT 4.0 with Service Pack 5 or newer for CRW2100SXZ
• Windows 98 SE, ME or Windows 2000 (for CRW2100FXZ)
Macintosh and compatibles:
• Mac OS System 8.6 or newer
• Available SCSI controller port (CRW2100SXZ) or avaiable IEEE 1394 (FireWire
TM
)
controller port (CR2100FXZ).
• Blue or White G3 or newer.
Important Note: Before attempting to make a CD with your new CD-RW recorder, Yamaha recommends performing the tests highlighted in section 7.1.1. System Test on page 37 of this quick start guide.
1.1.3. Package Contents
If any of the items 1 through 7 (listed below) are missing from the package, please contact
Yamaha Customer Support (see section 7.4). In addition to the items listed above, this
package may contain additional software (see product box for details) and optional items
such as promotional offers.
1.2. About your new Yamaha 3-in-1 CD-RW drive
1.2.1. Major Features of the CRW2100 and Series
16X Write Speed: Write to a blank recordable CD at up to 16X speed, fully recording a 74 minute
CD in under 5 minutes.
10X ReWrite Speed: CRW2100SXZ and CRW2100FXZ recorders feature rewrite speeds of 10X
for rapid packet writing. Rewritability feature enables you to re-record a Rewritable CD (CD-RW)
up to 999 times.
40X Read Speed: CRW2100SXZ and CRW2100FXZ recorders features 40X Read speed. Now you can
simply replace your CD-ROM drive with a 40X CD-Re-writable model without compromising speed.
SCSI Interface: CRW2100SXZ supports the reliable, high-performance SCSI format, and include
the latest SCSI-3 (Ultra SCSI) command sets.
IEEE 1394 (FireWire
TM
) Interface: CRW2100FXZ supports the newly introduced, easy-to-install,
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1. External CD-ReWritable drive
2. Quick Start Guide (this booklet)
3. Yamaha/Adaptec Installation CD-ROM
4. Power Cord
5. 1 Blank CD-Recordable (CD-R) media
6. Registration and Warranty Card
7. Adobe Photo Deluxe Software
8. IEEE 1394 FireWireTMconnector cable
(CRW2100FXZ only)
9. Late Breaking News
(if applicable)
FireWireTMformat.
Buffer Memory: All Yamaha CRW2100 Series CD-ReWritable drives offer 8MB of generous
buffer memory, virtually eliminating buffer underrun and preventing wasted time and media.
Pure Phase
TM
Laser System: Both CRW2100SXZ and CRW2100FXZ feature this exclusive
Yamaha anti-glare laser technology which eliminates unwanted reflections and glare when
recording a CD, resulting in exceptional reliability.
40X Maximum Ripping Speed: Ripping is the process of converting CD music tracks to
WAV or MP3 files for creating music CDs on a PC. CRW2100SXZ and CRW2100FXZ drives
rip CDs up to five times faster than conventional CD-ROM, DVD-ROM or other CD-RW drives.
Flash-ROM Memory: All Yamaha 3-in-1 drives feature Flash-ROM memory for online
upgradability. You can update your drive’s firmware quickly and easily by visiting
www.yamaha.com on the World Wide Web.
Tray Loading: Yamaha CD-RW drives feature the convenient tray loading mechanism,
eliminating the need to search for missing caddies.
RapidLinked™ Packet Writing: Add files to a CD one at a time with drag and drop, floppydisc-like ease using Yamaha’s RapidLinked
™
Packet Writing. Archiving and backing up
to CDs has never been easier or more efficient.
1.2.2. Main Applications for Yamaha’s 3-in-1 CD-RW Series of Drives:
Music: Record your own original music on CDs or compile your favorite songs and
create new Audio CDs.
Images & Graphics: Most scanned or digital photos, digital video and computer generated
graphics are notoriously large to record on contemporary, portable media. Now you can
record your images on CDs and free your hard drive space for other uses.
Backup and Archive: Save critical information in the least expensive way. For just
pennies per megabyte, you can back-up to CD-ReWritable media or archive valuable
information for future reference. CDs are recognized as the most reliable, long-lasting
medium to store data. Plus, unlike other media used for backup or archiving, the information
stored on a CD is instantly accessible.
Distribute and Transfer Data: Send multimedia presentations and catalogs with highresolution images and CD-quality sound to anyone. With Yamaha CD-ReWritable drives,
you do not have to worry about media compatibility. Any ordinary CD-ROM drive can read
the data you store on a CD-R media using a CD-ReWritable drive.
1.2.3. CD-ReWritable Drives vs. CD-Recordable Drives
All Yamaha CD-RW drives are “multi-function” or “3-in-1” drives. This means that your new
drive may be used as a CD-R drive (to write once on CD-R media), a CD-RW drive
(to rewrite up to 999 times on CD-RW media), or as a CD-ROM drive (to play audio or
computer CDs).
1.2.4. How CD-RW Drives Write and Re-Write
To write on CD-R media, CD-RW drives write data by burning tiny pits into a green, gold,
or blue dye layer. The disc is read by a head which is simply looking for the absence or
presence of reflected laser light.
To re-write on CD-RW media, CD-RW drives write data by altering the alignment of crystalline structures in the media. When the disc is read by a laser, these changes in the
crystalline structure alter the phase of the effected light. The disc can be “wiped clean”
in an erase process that realigns the crystalline elements.
Your new Yamaha 3-in-1 CD-RW drive automatically recognizes and accommodates whatever
CD media is inserted. For better clarification, please study the table on the next page:
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Format Function
Compatibility?
CD-R
Nearly all CD-ROM drives
Audio CD Players
All but the earliest DVD drives
CD-RW
CD-RW drives
MultiRead(MR) enabled CD-ROM
drives and CD-Players (MR drives/players are a recent development with a limited installed base)
Cost of Media?
Very Low
2X that of CD-R
Erasable?
No - Write Once
Yes - May be re-recorded up to
999 times
Capacity?
650MB data / 74 min. Audio
700 MB data / 80 min. Audio
650MB data
700 MB data / 80 min. Audio
Storage Life?
75-200 years
30 years
Maximum Recording Speed?
16X
10X
Application?
Archival Storage
Storage requiring “audit trail” (medical/financial/legal records, etc.)
Audio CD
Distribution of Large
Data Files
Prepare Multimedia
Presentation
Back-up
Supplement to hard drive
Software Development
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1.2.3. About Partial CAV Writing Method
Writing to a CD-R disc is normally done using CLV (Constant Linear Velocity) method the
disc’s rotation speed is adjusted continuously to keep a steady data transfer rate. The data
transfer rate in the CLV is held constant but, because of the smaller size of the inner circles
of the disc versus the large outer circles, the disc speed is adjusted depending upon which
portion of the disc data is being recorded on (i.e. if recording on the inner edge versus the
outer edge, the disc should rotate faster to keep up with the data transfer rate - which is
held steady throughout the writing cycle.
In contrast, the CAV (Constant Angle Velocity) method keeps the disc’s rotation speed constant
while adjusting the data transfer rate depending upon which portion of the disc is being
recorded. In other words, in the CAV writing method, the outer portion of the disc should
receive an increased data transfer rate compared to the inner portion. Applying the CAV
method enables a significant increase in the data transfer rates with a minimum load increase
to the drive’s mechanism.
2. REGISTRATION
It is very important that you register your new Yamaha CD-RW drive. Registration entitles
you to receive technical support and customer service, as well as valuable information
regarding upgrades and new product introductions from Yamaha. The unique serial number
of your new Yamaha 3-in-1 drive can be found on the back of the unit, as
illustrated below.
Write serial # here for reference
Important Note: Please write down the serial number of your 3-in-1 CD-RW drive as illustrated in the picture
above. Make sure this serial number is included with your registration information posted on the web or sent
to us by mail.
You can register your 3-in-1 CD-RW drive by sending in your user Registration Card
(included in the package) by mail or online by visiting www.yamaha.com.
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1.2.6. About CD-R and CD-RW Discs
CD-R discs
• The CRW2100SX series can write these disks at 1X, 2X, 4X, 8X, 12X, or 16X speeds.
• These discs can be played back in a CD-ROM drive or a CD player.
• 16X speed writing is enabled with partial CAV method.
• When writing at 8X or faster speeds, please use “high-speed writing capable” discs.
CD-RW discs
• There are two types of CD-RW discs: those that support write/rewrite speeds of 1X,
2X and 4X, and those that support only 2X.
• The CRW100SX drive can write/rewrite at 2X or 4X speed on the first type of disc
and at 2X on the second type of disc.
• These disks can be read/played on a device (eg., CD-ROM drive) that supports
“CD-RW”.
CD-RW discs (High Speed)
• These disc allow writing/rewriting at 4X to 10X speeds.
• The CRW2100SX drive can write/rewrite these discs at 4X and 8X or 10X speed.
• These discs can be read/played by a CD-RW drive that bears the High Speed CD-RW
logo, or by a device (eg., CD-ROM drive) that supports “CD-RW.”
• 10X-speed writing is enabled with Full CAV method.
• In order to write, erase, or read these discs using a CD-R/RW drive, a
drive bearing the High Speed CD-RW logo must be used. When using a
CD-ROM drive to read these discs, the drive must be capable of reading
CD-RW discs.
• If these discs are used in a CD-R/RW drive not bearing the High Speed
CD-RW logo, the discs may not be recognized, resulting in the computer
not operating correctly or other malfunctions occurring.
• Refer to the page at the URL below for attempting to read these discs on
a Yamaha CD-R/RW drive not bearing the High Speed CD-RW logo.
URL:http://www.yamaha.com/jp/english/product/computer/
CRW2100 Series
!
SCSI
Model Shown
Serial number
(3 letters and 7 digits)
Serial No.
3. SCSI MODEL HARDWARE INSTALLATION
3.1. Setup Flowchart for CRW2100SXZ (SCSI)
This flowchart shows the procedure for setting up your new Yamaha 3-in-1 SCSI drive. For
easy cross-referencing, the relevant pages in this manual are also provided.
Do you have a SCSI
adapter card?
STEP
1
Obtain a SCSI adapter card
Recommended models:
Adaptec AHA-2940-series (PCI)
Iwill 2930 series (PCI)
STEP
1-1
Check that the SCSI adapter
card is correctly installed
Go to Control Panel | System | Device
Manager tab. Double-click on SCSI
controllers to check that the adapter
card is recognized correctly by the
computer’s OS.
STEP
2
Install the SCSI adapter card
Read this manual and insert the SCSI
card into the appropriate slot on
the computer.
STEP
1-2
NO
YES
Set up the CRW2100SXZ drive
1. Set the switches at the rear of the drive
(Pages 10 & 11)
2. Connect the SCSI and power cabls,
then switch the dirve on (P.16-18).
STEP
3
Check that the CRW2100SXZ drive
is recognized correctly (p.18)
Go to Control Panel | System | Device
Manager tab. Double-click on CDROM to
check that the drive is recognized
correctly by the computer’ OS.
STEP
4
Install the CD writing software
For details about how to install the
software, refer to the documentation
that came with it.
STEP
5
Start using the CRW2100SXZ
drive!
Use the drive to create audio CDs, to
back up data on your hard disk, or for
whatever purpose suits your needs.
STEP
6
7
IBM Compatible or
Macintosh Computers
Windows Users
Does your Maintosh have a
built-in SCSI connector?
STEP
1
Obtain a SCSI adapter card
Recommended models:
Adaptec PowerDomain 293OU (PCI)
STEP
1-1
Set up the CRW2100SXZ drive
1. Set the switches t the rear of the drive
(Pages 10-11).
2. conect the SCSI and power cables,
then switch the drive on (Page 16).
STEP
2
Install the SCSI adapter card
Read this manual and insert the
SCSI card into the appropriate
PCI slot on the computer.
STEP
1-2
NO
YES
Check that the CRW2100SXZ
drive is recognized correctly
Use the Aple System Profiler and check
that the drive is recognized correctly.
STEP
3
Install the CD writing
software
For details about how to install the
software, refer to the documentation
that came with it.
STEP
4
Start using the CRW2100SXZ
drive!
Use the drive to create audio CDs, to
back up data on your hard disk, or for
whatever purpose suits your needs.
STEP
5
Macintosh Users
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3.2. Rear Panel of CRW2100SXZ (SCSI)
Before beginning the short process to install your new Yamaha CD-RW 3-in-1 drive, please
take a moment to familiarize yourself with the rear panel of the drive as illustrated below:
(The layout of your actual drive may be slightly different due to ongoing improvements.)
3.3. Drive Setings (SCSI)
SCSI interface allows the connection of peripheral devices (both internal and external) to a
computer. Each SCSI peripheral has two SCSI connectors. By looping out of one device into
the next, it is possible to “daisy-chain” peripherals. The illustration below shows a properly
configured SCSI chain with both internal and external devices installed.
3.3.1. SCSI ID Settings
The SCSI ID number is used so that the computer will recognize a connected SCSI device.
You can assign 0 through 7 as the SCSI ID number. Usually, “7” is reserved for the SCSI
card ID number, and “0” is reserved for the first SCSI device in the chain. Use a number
between 1 and 6 for your new CD-RW drive. To set a SCSI ID number, use the switch on
the rear panel. The factory set ID number is “1”.
SCSI
SCSI
CDR ID
TERMINATOR
LINE OUT
AC IN
SER. NO.
st2
RL
ONOFF
❋❋❋❋❋❋❋❋
1
Serial number
This consists of 3 letters
and 7 digits. You may
need to refer to this
number when requesting
User Support services.
Power connector
Connect the included
power cable here.
SCSI connectors
Connect either of these to
your computer ’s SCSI
adapter card using the
SCSI cable. The other
connector can be used as
a pass-through when
daisy- chaining more S CSI
devices to it. It can be left
vacant if your drive is the
last device on the SCSI
chain and is ter minated.
LINE OUT connectors
To listen to audio CDs with
your drive, co nnect the se
to the line-level input (L INE
IN) of your stereo
equipment using a
standard stereo phono
cable (sold separately).
CDR ID selector switch
The drive’s SC SI ID
number is show n in the
switch’s window. Pres s
the but ton ab ove the
window to decrement the
SCSI ID number, or the
button below t he window
to increment it. (P.10)
TERMINATOR switch
This enables the drive’s
built-in SCSI termination.
Switch this to “ ON” if your
drive is the last device on
the SC SI chain. O ther wise,
switch it to
“OFF.” (P.11)
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Important Note: If you are using other SCSI devices, be sure to use a unique ID number for each device. Be
sure to turn off the power to the drive before you set the SCSI number.
3.3.2. Settings
Terminators prevent SCSI signals from being reflected off the last device in the chain. The
terminator setting indicates whether or not your new CD-RW drive is the last connected
SCSI device.
Terminator ON - Use this setting if your new CD-RW drive is the last device in
the internal SCSI daisy-chain.
Terminator OFF - Use this setting if devices other than your new CD-RW drive
are in the internal SCSI daisy-chain and your new drive is not the last device
.
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Important Note: If you are using Windows 95/98/ME, and the SCSI ID setting on the rear panel is the same
as the number assigned to another SCSI device, the Plug and Play component of Windows 95/98/ME will
automatically assign an unused number to your new CD-RW drive (SCAM protocol level 1).
Important Note: If the SCSI card supports SCAM and SCAM is turned “ON,” a different ID number may be assigned if
the SCSI ID
number on the rear panel coincides with another SCSI device.
Important Note:The SCSI ID number for each device on the chain must be unique. Make sure the CRW2100SXZ
drive’s SCSI ID number is not the same as that of any other device on the chain. By factory default, the CRW2100SXZ
is assigned ID number “1” but this can be changed.
Press to decrement SCSI ID number
SCSI ID number
Press to increment SCSI ID number
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3.4. About SCSI Controllers
This Yamaha CD-RW package does not include a SCSI host adapter. A host adapter
provides the interface between your PC and various peripheral devices. A wide range of
cards are available with various levels of performance, features and price. If you plan
to add peripherals such as scanners or external hard drives, you may want a more capable
host adapter. If, on the other hand, you plan to use the host adapter only to connect this
CD-RW, you may prefer a more economical controller. Yamaha recommends any of
Adaptec’s 2940 Series or Iwill’s 2930 Series of controller cards.
Computer
Hard disk drive
(unterminated)
CRW2100SXZ
Terminator ON
SCSI adapter card
Important Note: By factory default, the Terminator switch is set to “ON”
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You can purchase SCSI controller cards from your local computer peripheral retailer or you may
contact Yamaha toll-free at 888-926-2426 to purchase a compatible SCSI controller card.
Once you have selected a SCSI host adapter card, install it in your computer following the
directions provided in the card manufacturer’s operating manual.
3.4.1. Installing a SCSI Adapter Card
1. Power down your computer and unplug it from the AC outlet.
If you proceed without doing this, you run the risk of receiving an electric
shock and/or short-circuiting and damaging components including the
CRW2100SXZ drive.
2. Remove the outer casing of the computer. If you need to remove screws in
the process, make sure you don’t lose them.
Important Note: The method for removing the casing can vary depending on the manufacturer.
Refer to the documentation that came with your computer for further details.
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3. Ground yourself by touching your computer’s chassis or power supply unit to drain
any static charge that may have built up inside your body.
You can permanently damage equipment if you touch it while there is any
static charge in your body.
4.
Locate an available slot for the SCSI adapter card and use a Phillips screwdriver to
remove the screw holding the slot’s blanking plate.
Drain any static charge
Remove screw
Remove blanking plate
Free slot
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5. Insert your SCSI adapter card into the slot using both hands. Make sure it is seated
firmly in the slot. Then, secure the card by re-inserting the screw used for the
blanking plate.
6. Attach the outer casing of the computer and any screws that were removed. Then
reconnect the computer to the electrical outlet but do not power it up yet.
Re-insert screw
Insert SCSI adapter card
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3.4.2. SCSI Cables and Connectors
To select the proper SCSI cable, check your computer to see which connector it uses. Note
that your CD-RW drive uses an HD50 Female connector so that whatever cable you use will
need to have an HD50 Male connector on at least one end.
HD50 Connector: This connector will be found on your CD-RW drive. It is also found on
many newer SCSI controller cards and other SCSI peripherals. If the connector on you
computer looks like the one pictured below, you will need an HD50 Male to HD50 Male
(may also be called a SCSI-2 Male to SCSI-2 Male).
DB25: This connector will be found on Macintosh computers and some SCSI controller
cards used in PCs. If the connector on your computer looks like the one pictured below,
you will need a DB25 Male to HD50 Male.
Centronics 50-Pin: This connector will be found on many other external SCSI devices. If
you plan to “daisy-chain” your CD-RW drive to another peripheral device, you will need a
Centronics 50-pin to HD50 Male.
HDI-30: This small, square connector (not pictured) is used on Macintosh PowerBook computers.
3.5. Connecting the SCSI Drive
1. Conect one end of the SCSI cable to your SCSI card.
SCSI adapter card connector
Connect SCSI cable
2. Connect the other end of the SCSI cable to the rear of your new Yamaha drive. Either
SCSI connector may be used.
3. Connect the D-shaped end of the included power cable to the power connector at the
rear of your new Yamaha drive. Connect the other end of the cable to an electrical
outlet.
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SCSI connector
Connect SCSI cable
Power cable
Power connector
Electrical outlet
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4. Power up your CRW2100SXZ drive first, then your computer.
Always power up the devices in your SCSI chain before powering up your
computer. This will ensure that they are recognized by the computer’s
operating system.
Do not disconnect any devices in your SCSI chain while the computer is on.
Power ON
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