User manual PLEXTOR 8432

[. . . ] Model PX-W8432Ti (Internal) Congratulations! Thank you for purchasing the PlexWriter 8/4/32, a reliable, high-performance CD rewriter, recorder and reader. We appreciate the confidence you have shown in us. Our goal is to put you--and keep you--on the leading edge of CD technology. To get you there, we first have to help you install your PlexWriter drive properly and operate it correctly. [. . . ] You will need to purchase this software separately. The compatibility list is available from Plextor's web site at www. plextor. com. Before installing any software, check that all the cable connections between your PlexWriter and computer are correct, that the jumper is set properly, and the PlexWriter is recognized by your system. PlexWriter 8/4/32 Operation Manual 21 Section 3. Installing and Using Software Install Plextor Applications Software Windows 95, 98, and NT can immediately operate your PlexWriter drive as a CD-ROM device (reader) and permit the drive to be recognized by the computer's operating system. In order to take advantage of the PlexWriter's ability to record on CD-R or CD-RW media, however, you will also need packet writing and mastering applications software on your PC. You can also check the compatibility list on the Plextor web site at www. plextor. com, for software that supports the PlexWriter under other operating systems. You will need to purchase this software separately. If you purchased your PlexWriter as part of a Plextor kit, much of the software you need is included for use on a PC. Plextor has developed several utilities to help you get the most from your PlexWriter drive. PlextorManager 2000 This unique suite of audio management and drive control applications puts you in the CD "driver's" seat. A variety of distinctive modules allow you to listen to, record and even create your own playlists using a standard and digital audio file formats. Rip the finest quality audio using digital audio extraction at high speed. A simple mouse click and you're done. Control every aspect of the drive from spinup and spindown timeout to eject lock. PlextorManager 2000 also gives you information on the drive's configuration and the media inserted into it. See the Plextor Manager User's Manual for details. CD Res-Q* For backup and disaster recovery, CD Res-Q lets you create an image of your hard drive on secure, reliable CD-R media. By spanning CDs, you can back up your entire HDD. Additional features include making a CD bootable, choice of compression, HDD or image file integrity verification, and more. NOTE: CD Res-Q backup works only with Plextor CD-R and CD-RW drives. You can restore from any drive. * CD Res-QTM is available for purchase directly from Plextor. To purchase CD Res-Q by phone, please call us at 408-980-1838 ext. To purchase CD Res-Q by email, send your request to sales@plextor. com. Type: CD RES-Q REQUEST in the subject line. You will also need to include the serial number of your drive. 22 PlexWriter 8/4/32 Operation Manual Section 3. [. . . ] The answers to the most common questions callers ask can be found quickly in the FAQ area. A link to the FAQ area can be found on our home page. If you have not been successful in your quest, our Technical Support Department will help you solve problems that relate specifically to your PlexWriter drive. In many cases, a problem that appears to be caused by your PlexWriter actually originates in another part of your computer. In such instances, our technical support staff will try to help you identify the part at fault and will refer you to the manufacturer of that part for further assistance. How to Contact Us There are several ways for you to contact Plextor's Technical Support Department: · Visit our web site (www. plextor. com) for answers to Frequently Asked Questions. [. . . ]