User manual PLEXTOR PX-504UF

[. . . ] Model PX-504UF USB/FIREWIRE DVD+R/RW AND CD-R/RW DRIVE INSTALLATION AND USERS MANUAL JUNE 2003 Plextor reserves the right to make improvements in the products described in this manual at any time without prior notice. Plextor makes no representation or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. reserves the right to revise this manual and to make changes in its content without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revision or change. This manual is copyrighted, all rights reserved. [. . . ] Install the PX-504UF drive as detailed on page 15. 18 Plextor PX-504UF Installation and Users Manual Section 2. Installing Your PX-504UF Make Sure the Drive Is Recognized After installation, make sure the drive is recognized by your computer. To check whether it is recognized: To see if the drive is recognized in Windows: 1. After the computer boots up, you should see the Windows icons displayed on the desktop. Open Windows Explorer or My Computer and ensure there is an icon for the PX-504UF. The drive may be D: or E: or another designator. In Windows 98SE, or Me, once the system comes up click the Start button, then Settings, then Control Panel, then double-click on System icon, then click on Device Manager tab. Click the + sign next to the CD-ROM heading and look at the PLEXTOR DVDR PX504A device entry underneath. -orIn Windows XP or 2000, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Properties. Click on the Hardware tab, then click on the Device Manager button. Click the + sign next to the DVD/CD-ROM drives heading and look at the PLEXTOR DVDR PX504A device entry underneath. If your USB or IEEE 1394 controller has a yellow diamond with an exclamation point (!), contact your PC or motherboard manufacturer for help, and to troubleshoot your controller for driver compatibility or conflicts. It may just be a matter of obtaining the latest driver, or a motherboard BIOS update, from the manufacturer. If the USB or IEEE 1394 controller is listed and does not have a yellow diamond with an exclamation point, but you do not see this drive listed as one of the devices, contact our Technical Support group at 1-800-886-3935, or email us at support@Plextor. com for help troubleshooting. Plextor PX-504UF Installation and Users Manual 19 Section 2. If the USB or IEEE 1394 controller is listed and does not have a yellow diamond with an exclamation point, but the Plextor drive is listed as a "USB" or "IEEE 1394 Storage device", select the "Storage device" and then select the "Remove" button. The system will do another hardware scan and should install the driver properly. Switching Between USB and IEEE 1394 Interfaces You can connect any or all of the interface cables (USB, IEEE 1394 4pin, and IEEE 1394 6-pin) and switch between them. You can even have different cables attached to different computers. To switch between interfaces attached to the PX-504UF: 1. Ensure the interface cable for the desired USB or IEEE 1394 interface is attached to the PX-504UF and to the computer. At the rear of the PX-504UF, set the interface switch to the desired interface. (That is, turn the PX-504UF's POWER switch off, then on again. ) 20 Plextor PX-504UF Installation and Users Manual Section 2. Installing Your PX-504UF If You're Using FireWire If you are using FireWire (IEEE 1394), remember these hints for better operation: · You can daisy-chain the PX-504UF with other FireWire devices. [. . . ] After completing the form, click the Submit button. IMPORTANT NOTE: The RMA form will NOT be processed without the Tech Support Ticket Number. 3. Plextor then returns the RMA form to you via e-mail, with the RMA number and shipping information included. When you receive the RMA number, pack the Plextor drive securely in a box, and include the RMA form as a packing slip. Write the RMA number prominently on the outside of the box, and ship the box and the drive to Plextor. Contacting Plextor's RMA Department You can contact our RMA Department and request RMA forms at: · rmasupport@plextor. com · Or by fax at 510-651-9765 · Or by calling us at 800-886-3935 Plextor PX-504UF Installation and Users Manual 45 Appendix B: Technical Support Packing Your Drive Check the drive to make sure there is no disc inside, and if possible, pack your drive in the original box. [. . . ]