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Contents
Safety and Maintenance ............................................. 3
Data Security ........................................................................ 3
Safety Instructions ................................................................ 3
Operational Safety ............................................................ 3
Electromagnetic Compatibility .......................................... 4
Set-up Location ................................................................. 5
Disposal ............................................................................... 6
Cleaning ............................................................................... 6
Laser operation ..................................................................... 7
Service Information for Experts .......................................... 7
What’s Included ....................................................... 8
System Requirements ................................................. 8
Getting Started ........................................................ 9
What May Be Copied? .......................................................... 9
Product Overview ................................................................. 9
Front View ......................................................................... 9
Rear View .......................................................................... 9
Making the cable connections ............................................ 10
The Optical Drive As A Boot Drive ....................................... 10
Loading a Disc: ................................................................... 11
Playing Back and Retrieving Data from Discs ................... 12
How to remove a Disc: .................................................... 12
Emergency Removal Of A Trapped Disc .......................... 12
Installation of Software ....................................................... 13
Install Your Burning Software in This Way ....................... 13
Software Uninstallation ................................................... 14
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Customer Service ..................................................... 15
First Aid in the case of Malfunctions .................................... 15
Diagnosing the Cause ...................................................... 15
Technical Support ........................................................... 16
Do you require additional Support? ................................ 16
Copying this manual ........................................................... 16
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Safety and Maintenance
Data Security
Every time you update your computer’s data make
back-up copies on an external storage medium, i.e.
CDR disc. We cannot assume a liability for data loss
or associated subsequent damage.
Safety Instructions
Please read this chapter carefully and observe all listed notes.
This will ensure reliable operation and long life expectancy of
your product.
Keep these instructions with your product at all times. The
proper set up, use and care can help extend the life of your
product. In the event that you transfer ownership of this prod-
uct, please provide these instructions to the new owner.
Operational Safety
Do not allow children to play unattended with electrical
equipment. Children are incapable of judging potential
risks properly.
Drives are very susceptible to faults. Never drop the
drive or subject it to bumps or vibrations, because they
could result in damage to it. We do not accept any guar-
antee for damage of this type.
Also follow the instructions for use of the PC or laptop to
which you connect the device.
Do not insert any objects into the inside of the device
through the slits or openings and never open the casing.
This could lead to an electrical short circuit, an electric
shock or even cause a fire which could endanger your
health and damage your computer equipment.
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The voltages and interfaces used in the devices comply with
the low protective voltages in accordance with EN 60950.
Connections to other equipment must only be made with
equivalent interfaces with low protection voltages in accor-
dance with EN 60950.
Please contact our Service Center if you have technical
problems with the drive or:
... Your drive has come into contact with liquid.
... The drive is not functioning correctly.
Please contact our authorised Service Partners exclusively in
the case of a necessary repair.
Electromagnetic Compatibility
The Guidelines of electromagnetic compatibility (EMV)
must be observed when connecting the drive.
Keep the device at least 1 metre (approximately three feet)
away from sources of high frequency and magnetic inter-
ference (mobile phones, televisions, infra-red devices, loud-
speakers etc.) in order to avoid malfunction and data loss.
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Set-up Location
This product is NOT designed for use in industrial environ-
ments.
Operate the drive exclusively in a horizontal position.
Delay operation after transport until the device has adjusted
to the ambient temperature. In situations of large tempera-
ture or humidity differences condensation may build up
moisture, which might cause an electrical short circuit.
In the first hours of operation, new devices may emit a
typical, unavoidable but completely harmless smell, which
will decline increasingly in the course of time. We recom-
mend that you ventilate the room regularly, in order to
counteract the formation of the smell. During the develop-
ment of this product, we have made sure that the applica-
ble limits are clearly decreased.
Keep your product away from moisture, dust, heat and direct
sunlight. Failure to observe these instructions can lead to mal-
functions or damage to your equipment.
To prevent damage to your device from a fall, place and
operate it on a stable, balanced and vibration-free surface.
Ambient Temperature
The optical drive can be operated at an ambient temperature of
between 5° C and 45° C (+41° and +113° F) and at a relative
humidity of between 8% and 80% (with no condensation).
When powered off, the product can be stored at temperatures
between -20° C and 55° C (–40° and +131° F) and at a relative
humidity of between 8% and 85% (with no condensation).
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Disposal
Device
At the end of its life, the appliance must not be disposed of in
household rubbish. Enquire about the options for environmen-
tally-friendly disposal.
Packaging
To avoid damage during transport, the device is stored in pro-
tective packaging. The packaging is produced mostly from
materials which can be disposed of in an environmentally
friendly manner and therefore can be professionally recycled.
Cleaning
It is usually not necessary to clean the drive. Always detach all
connection cables before cleaning the drive.
Caution! This appliance does not include any parts that
need servicing or cleaning.
Do not use any solvents, corrosive or gaseous cleaning
products.
If necessary, clean the surface of the drive with a damp
cloth.
Do not use CD-ROM cleaning discs or similar products that
clean the lens of the laser to clean your CD- /DVD-drive.
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Laser operation
Service Information for Experts
This Chapter is intended for technically qualified experts. Please
take the notes in the ‘Safety and Maintenance’ Chapter and the
following safety information into account:
LASER
In this product laser devices of Laser Class 1 to Laser
Class 3b may be used. Where the housing remains
closed, the device meets the requirements of Laser
class 1.
By opening up the housing you will gain access to
laser devices of up to Laser Class 3b.
When removing and/or opening up these laser de-
vices, the following must be observed:
The drive contains no user-serviceable parts.
Repairs to the drive must be performed only by
the manufacturer.
Do not look into the laser beam, even with spe-
cialist optical instruments.
Do not allow yourself to be exposed to the laser
beam.
Avoid exposure of the eyes or skin to direct or
stray radiation.
ATTENTION
The drive has Laser Class I, provided that the device is op-
erated in an enclosed housing. Please leave maintenance
to an expert. Please do not remove the cover of the drive,
because invisible laser irradiation will be discharged if the
cover has been opened. Do not look at the beam, not
even with optical instruments.
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What’s Included
Please check to ensure that your product is complete and in-
form us within 14 days of purchase if anything is missing. The
following should be included with the optical drive:
DVD-/CD-ReWriter
USB-Y cable
Instruction manual
Software-Disc
Warratny card
System Requirements
Operating system Windows
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Vista/XP/7
Connection Max. 2 x USB 2.0
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Getting Started
What May Be Copied?
Unless you own the Copyright or the
permission of the owner of the Copyright,
unapproved copying of Discs violates national
or international laws and can result in serious
punishment. Please ask your solicitor for advice.
Product Overview
Front View
Activity LED Emergency opening
Eject button
Rear View
Connection for mini USB
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Making the cable connections
Connect the external programmer by means of USB.
1. Switch on the computer and wait until the operating sys-
tem has booted completely.
2. Connect the mini-USB connector of the Y cable to the con-
nection of your external programmer.
3. Connect the other end of the Y cable to the labelling on
your computer. Use the second USB connector and connect
it to an additional USB connection for additional electricity
supply.
4. The programmer will be recognized and linked automati-
cally under Windows
®
XP/Vista.
The Optical Drive As A Boot Drive
Optical drives can be used for booting the operating system.
Settings in the BIOS of the PC/laptop are necessary to do this.
Also read the relevant operating instructions of your PC/laptop.
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Loading a Disc:
This optical drive uses a support to retain a disc.
Care must be taken that the disc is pressed precisely on the
support and engages there when inserting a disc.
Attention
Do not use scratched or dirty discs, discs with pieces
broken off or discs of poor quality. Do not stick protec-
tive foil or other stickers to the discs. Because of the
high speeds in the drive the discs might break and dam-
age your data as well as your drive.
Examine the discs before you insert them. If damage or
dirt is visible, you should not use them. Damage caused
by faulty media is excluded from warranty and repairs
costs will be charged.
1. Press the eject button on the front of the optical drive to
open the tray.
2. Place the disc into the drive with the
label (or side 1) upwards and press it
down carefully. The disc must engage
on the support audibly.
3. Press the eject button again to close the
tray.
Note
Many Discs start automatically when they are inserted.
This will depend on the operating system and relevant
settings.
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Playing Back and Retrieving Data from Discs
Your optical drive is able to playback and to retrieve Audio CDs,
DVD Movies and Data discs.
After loading the disc your operating system will open a selec-
tion window with different options for playback.
If your operating system doesn’t open the selection window
you still have the possibility of access via the
Explorer or
Computer.
You will also need to open a program to play DVDs, if appro-
priate, acoording the DVD audio CD and the software installed.
How to remove a Disc:
1. Press the eject button at the front of the optical drive to
open the tray.
2. Remove the disc and store it in the disc cover in a safe
place.
Attention
Do not try to remove the CD from the drive while the
computer is accessing the disc. This could lead to
crashes.
Emergency Removal Of A Trapped Disc
If the tray does not open automatically anymore, it can be
opened manually. Re-start the computer, if the tray still does
not open, please proceed as follows:
1. Exit Windows
®
and switch the computer off.
2. Gently position a long pointed object (e.g. opened up
paperclip) into the emergency opening until you feel some
resistance. Now press gently and the tray should open.
3. Remove the disc.
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Installation of Software
Attention
You may find that during the installation procedure im-
portant files may be changed or even cancelled. To
avoid further problems in using older files after an instal-
lation, make sure you safeguard your hard disk. See
page 3 for further information regarding data backup.
Install Your Burning Software in This Way
The installation menu will be started automatically when you
insert the CD.
Note
If the automatic start does not work, it is likely that the
so-called Autorun function has been deactivated. Read
the respective chapter in Windows Help on how to acti-
vate this function.
Manual installation without the autorun function:
1. Click on START and select the item RUN.
2. Now enter the drive letter of the CD ROM, followed by a
colon and the program name, into the OPEN field. Enter
Setup under XP and Setupx under Vista®.
(Ill.: Windows XP) (Ill. Windows Vista®)
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Note
The drive letter of your optical drive will depend on the
configuration of your system. Please enter the name
relevant to your system under all circumstances.
3. Confirm your entry with a click on OK.
4. Follow the instruction given by the program.
Software Uninstallation
In order to remove installed software from your PC, follow the
next steps:
1. Open the Control Panel and make a double click on the
Programs entry.
2. Select the respective program, start the uninstallation and
follow the instructions on the screen.
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Customer Service
First Aid in the case of Malfunctions
Diagnosing the Cause
Sometimes malfunctions can have simple causes, but can also
be very complex and require extensive technical analysis. We
would like to provide a few guiding steps for you to solve any
problems.
Basic Information
Regular execution of the Windows
®
programs “Defragmen-
tation” and “Scandisk” can remove sources of errors and
increase system performance.
Checking the connections and the cables
Visibly check all cables and connections. Should all lights be
off, check whether all equipment is supplied with power.
Switch off the PC and check all cable connections. Check
the connections to peripherals. Do not exchange cables,
even though they may look similar. The polarity in those
cables may be different. When it is confirmed that the com-
puter has power and all connections are correct, turn the
computer on again.
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Technical Support
This product has been tested in our test laboratories in detail
and extensively with a large number of different computers.
However, it is usual, that device drivers are updated from time
to time. This is because possible compatibility problems occur
with other components (programs, equipment) which have
not yet been tested. Device driver updates and the latest infor-
mation on your product are available at the following Internet
web address:
www.medion.com
Do you require additional Support?
If the suggestions in the above section have not solved your
problem, please contact the service hotline and we will at-
tempt to help you solve the problem. Before you contact the
Technology Centre, however, please have the following infor-
mation available:
How is your computer configured?
What additional peripherals do you use?
What messages, if any, appear on your screen?
What software were you using when the error occurred?
What steps have you already undertaken to solve the prob-
lem?
If you have been given a customer number previously,
please quote this.
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