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Targus USB 2.0 DVD/CD-RW Slim External Drive User Manual

Targus USB 2.0 DVD/CD-RW Slim External Drive User Manual

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© 2007 Targus Group International, Inc. and Targus, Inc.
PACMB010U_PACMB020U / 410-0902-001C
USB 2.0
DVD/CD-RW Slim

External Drive

USER GUIDE

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  • Page 1: External Drive

    USB 2.0 DVD/CD-RW Slim External Drive USER GUIDE Visit our Website at www.targus.com Features and specifications subject to change without notice. © 2007 Targus Group International, Inc. and Targus, Inc. PACMB010U_PACMB020U / 410-0902-001C...

  • Page 2: System Requirements

    Thank you for purchasing the Targus USB 2.0 DVD/CD-RW Slim External Drive that allows you to read, write and rewrite CDs, read data DVDs and playback DVD movies. After installing the Targus drive, you can use it at any time by connecting the supplied Universal Serial Bus (USB) Y-cable to your computer’s USB ports.
  • Page 3 Connecting the Drive and Installing the Drivers NOTES: Installing the Targus drive may change internal drive letter assignments. You can connect the Targus drive to your computer via a hub or port replicator as long as the device has its own AC power adapter.

  • Page 4: Using The Drive

    If using a hub or port replicator, the USB ports on the device must provide at least 500 mA, per port, for the Targus drive to work properly. Also, for best results, turn off any high power devices on the hub or port replicator while using the drive.
  • Page 5 Removing a Disc Using the Emergency Eject Feature CAUTION: Use the emergency eject mechanism only if the Targus drive is not connected to your computer or if the computer’s battery is flat and there is no power available for the eject button.

  • Page 6: Playing Audio Cds

    To playback movies, you must have a DVD player application installed on your computer. Hot Swapping You can connect and disconnect the Targus drive while the computer is running. When connecting the Targus drive, first connect the Type A connectors of the Y-cable and then connect the Type B connector.

  • Page 7: Things To Remember

    CD-ROM. Things to Remember Operating Hints • Never press the eject button while the Targus drive is accessing a disc. • The Targus drive operates in either an upright or horizontal position. To prevent possible damage, avoid changing the drive’s position while it is in use.

  • Page 8: Safety Measures

    • Avoid using the Targus drive in dusty or humid surroundings. • A short delay is normal before the Targus drive reads an audio CD, CD-ROM, DVD or DVD-ROM. WARNING: Never clean the Targus drive with a commercially available CD or CDROM cleaning set as doing so may cause damage to the drive.
  • Page 9 TARGUS USB 2.0 DVD/CD-RW SLIM EXTERNAL DRIVE Access Time DVD: 180 ms (average) 220 ms (random) Data Buffer DVD: 512 kB CD-RW: 128 kB Maximum Speed CD-Mode: 24x CD speed (3,600 KB/s) 24x CD-R write speed 24x CD-RW overwrite speed...

  • Page 10: Media Formats

    TARGUS USB 2.0 DVD/CD-RW SLIM EXTERNAL DRIVE Media Formats: The Targus drive reads formats according to the following CD (compact disc) and DVD (digital versatile disc) standards: • Audio CDs • CD-Digital Audio • CDI, CDI-Ready, CD-Midi, CD-R, CD-RW, CD Plus •...

  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    Y-cable are fully inserted into available USB ports on your computer. If there is no sound when using the Targus drive, check that: • The disc you are using is an audio disc or supplies audio output.

  • Page 12: Writing And Rewriting Problems

    TARGUS USB 2.0 DVD/CD-RW SLIM EXTERNAL DRIVE Writing and Rewriting Problems If the Targus drive is not writing or rewriting data properly, try the following: • Reduce the write/rewrite speed. • Disable all Advanced Power Management (APM) functions. • Remove or disable all Terminate and Stay Resident (TSR) programs, such as your antivirus program.

  • Page 13: Technical Support

    This warranty does not cover accidental damage, wear and tear, or consequential or incidental loss. Under no conditions is Targus liable for loss of, or damage to a devices nor loss of, or damage to, programs, records, or data; nor any consequential or incidental damages, even if Targus has been informed of their possibility.
  • Page 14 Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All trademarks and registered trademarks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved. Features and specifications subject to change without notice. © 2007, Targus Group International, Inc. and Targus, Inc., Anaheim, CA 92806 USA.

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