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Part 1: Installation and user's guide
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The IBM
48X-20X Internal IDE CD-ROM Drive can read a compact disc (CD)
containing approximately 680 MB
of information. It is designed for installation
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in a personal computer that uses the integrated drive electronics (IDE) or the
enhanced IDE architecture.
The CD-ROM device delivers data up to 48 times the standard CD-ROM
speed, delivering data at up to 7200 KB
per second. The drive reads compact
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discs that meet the ISO-9660 and High-Sierra Group (HSG) standards. It also
reads multiple-session, extended architecture (XA) discs, such as the Kodak
Photo CD.
Product description
In addition to this book, the option package includes:
v 48X-20X Internal IDE CD-ROM Drive
v One "Y" audio cable, one audio cable
v Four mounting screws (M3 x 5 mm, slotted)
v One IDE cable for connecting two IDE devices
v Laser Safety Guide for CD-ROM drives
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.
You can find information on how to get help, technical support, and warranty
service in "Appendix C. Help and service information" on page C-1. Before
calling for technical support, refer to "Appendix B. Problem solving" on
page B-1.
Before you begin
Determine whether your computer meets the minimum requirements; see
"System requirements" on page 1-2 for details. Read the following information
before you start your installation.
You must complete the following steps to install the drive:
1. Determine which IDE connector to use and the corresponding configuration
setting.
1. MB equals approximately 1 000 000 bytes when referring to storage capacity.
2. KB equals approximately 1024 bytes when referring to data transfer speeds.
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