IBM OBI34MST 10K3786 - Manual (Page 11)

System requirements
Before you begin installing the drive, be sure your computer meets the
following system requirements.
v Minimum microprocessor: Intel
®
Pentium
®
processor (or the equivalent)
v Minimum RAM: 32 MB
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v Available IDE connection
v Available internal power connection
v Available 5.25-in. drive bay
v One of the following operating systems:
– Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0
– Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows Me
– Microsoft Windows 2000
You might need a flathead or Phillips screwdriver to complete the installation.
You might also need to refer to the documentation that comes with your
computer. Be sure to have this documentation available.
Handling Instructions
To protect your CD-RW drive during installation, observe the following
precautions:
v Handle the drive with care. Dropping or jarring the drive can damage the
components inside the drive housing.
v Keep the CD-RW drive in its antistatic bag until you are ready to install the
drive in your computer. Limit your movement. Movement can cause static
electricity buildup.
v Do not force insertion of the power cable. Doing so might damage the
connector or the drive.
Product views
The following sections illustrate the front and back views of the CD-RW drive.
4. When referring to memory storage capacity, MB means approximately 1 000 000 bytes; total
user-accessible capacity may vary depending on operating environment.
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