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Using the drive, Handling and caring for a cd, Using cd-r and cd-rw discs – IBM 22P6979 User Manual

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The following table shows the compatibility matrix for high and low speed
CD-RW media:

Media Rating

Write

No rating, 2x

Not supported

Multispeed, 1x2x4x, 4x, 1x-4x

Yes

High Speed, 4x-10x, 4x-12x, 8-10x

Yes

Using the drive

This section provides information on how to handle and care for CDs and your
CD-RW drive, and how to load CDs into your CD-RW drive.

Handling and caring for a CD

CDs are high-density media that must be handled with care and kept clean to
ensure that they remain readable. These precautions will help to prolong the life of
your CDs.

Attention:

Wiping a CD using a circular motion might cause loss of data.

v Handle the CD by the edges or by the center hole. Do not touch the surface of

the CD.

v To remove dust or fingerprints, wipe the CD from the center to the edge with a

soft, lint-free cloth.

v Do not write on the surface.
v Do not place the CD in direct sunlight.
v Do not use commercial cleaners to clean the CD.
v Do not bend the CD.

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