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Thank you for detailed specifications. ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual 9 To ensure proper installation and use of this device, read the instructions and other important information contained in this manual. Product Introduction Specifications The CRW-3212A has the following specifications. • Speeds 32X, 24X, 16X, 12X, 8X, 4X writes 12X, 10X, 8X, 4X, 2X ...x (1 +/- 5%)V DC 12 x (1 +/- 10%)V • Dimensions 41.5 (h) x 149.0 (w) x 197.5 (d) mm • Mass 997 g NOTE: Refer to the section "Technical Information" on page 26 for buying the ASUS CRW-3212A Drive! Welcome!
Thank you for detailed specifications. ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual 9 To ensure proper installation and use of this device, read the instructions and other important information contained in this manual. Product Introduction Specifications The CRW-3212A has the following specifications. • Speeds 32X, 24X, 16X, 12X, 8X, 4X writes 12X, 10X, 8X, 4X, 2X ...x (1 +/- 5%)V DC 12 x (1 +/- 10%)V • Dimensions 41.5 (h) x 149.0 (w) x 197.5 (d) mm • Mass 997 g NOTE: Refer to the section "Technical Information" on page 26 for buying the ASUS CRW-3212A Drive! Welcome!
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... by spindle air, thus prolonging the drive motor's life and ensuring high-quality recording. 10 ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual Highlighting the major characteristic of ASUS CD-RW drives, the CRW-3212A strategically identifies the media quality at the beginning of the recording so that it can maximize the... with the latest innovative technologies in detail. The following sub-sections describe these technologies in CD recording. Features The ASUS CRW-3212A is based on the recording media. Thanks to the level that allows automatic recording speed adjustment based on these factors.
... by spindle air, thus prolonging the drive motor's life and ensuring high-quality recording. 10 ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual Highlighting the major characteristic of ASUS CD-RW drives, the CRW-3212A strategically identifies the media quality at the beginning of the recording so that it can maximize the... with the latest innovative technologies in detail. The following sub-sections describe these technologies in CD recording. Features The ASUS CRW-3212A is based on the recording media. Thanks to the level that allows automatic recording speed adjustment based on these factors.
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... marks the last write position. When new data is received from the host, it is loaded to the data buffer, and the laser is complete ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual 11 FlextraLink™ incorporates a flexible strategy that your PC remains fully operational throughout the writing process, and available for writing Buffer Memory Write...
... marks the last write position. When new data is received from the host, it is loaded to the data buffer, and the laser is complete ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual 11 FlextraLink™ incorporates a flexible strategy that your PC remains fully operational throughout the writing process, and available for writing Buffer Memory Write...
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... DDSS CD-ROM technology is an enhanced follow up to the DDSS anti-vibration system developed by ASUS. The following diagram illustrates the DDSS/DDSS II design structure. DDSS / DDSS II Design Structure 12 ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual In addition, the DDSS II stabilizes the pick-up to the chassis, thus providing more...
... DDSS CD-ROM technology is an enhanced follow up to the DDSS anti-vibration system developed by ASUS. The following diagram illustrates the DDSS/DDSS II design structure. DDSS / DDSS II Design Structure 12 ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual In addition, the DDSS II stabilizes the pick-up to the chassis, thus providing more...
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... the maximum 32X in Zone 4, after t1 time. Zone CLV Recording Method Speed 32x Zone4 24x Zone3 20x Zone2 16x Zone1 t1 t2 t3 Time ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual 13 When using a different speed for each of the four zones partitioned from the inner to 20X speed in Zone 2, after t3. Zone...
... the maximum 32X in Zone 4, after t1 time. Zone CLV Recording Method Speed 32x Zone4 24x Zone3 20x Zone2 16x Zone1 t1 t2 t3 Time ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual 13 When using a different speed for each of the four zones partitioned from the inner to 20X speed in Zone 2, after t3. Zone...
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... LED) This LED flashes while data is being read from the first track. The LED flashes while data is currenly loaded in the drive. 14 ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual PLAY/SKIP button This button has two functions. Front Panel ¤ 32x12x40x High Speed Recordable Rewritable W R 1 2 3 456 7 8 1. STOP/EJECT button This button has...
... LED) This LED flashes while data is being read from the first track. The LED flashes while data is currenly loaded in the drive. 14 ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual PLAY/SKIP button This button has two functions. Front Panel ¤ 32x12x40x High Speed Recordable Rewritable W R 1 2 3 456 7 8 1. STOP/EJECT button This button has...
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... for a digital signal output cable. 2. DO NOT cover these pins with jumper blocks. Analog audio connector This connector is for an analog signal output cable. 3. ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual 15 NOTE: The jumper pins on the motherboard. 5. IDE connector This connector is for a 40-pin IDE cable to connect the drive to...
... for a digital signal output cable. 2. DO NOT cover these pins with jumper blocks. Analog audio connector This connector is for an analog signal output cable. 3. ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual 15 NOTE: The jumper pins on the motherboard. 5. IDE connector This connector is for a 40-pin IDE cable to connect the drive to...
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... Chemical, Taiyo Yuden, Yamaha, Philips, Ritek, Prodisc, AMT, Princo, Hitachi Maxwell, CMC CD-RW Sony, TDK, Ricoh, Yamaha, Mitsubishi Chemical, Ritek, Prodisc, AMT, CMC 16 ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual
... Chemical, Taiyo Yuden, Yamaha, Philips, Ritek, Prodisc, AMT, Princo, Hitachi Maxwell, CMC CD-RW Sony, TDK, Ricoh, Yamaha, Mitsubishi Chemical, Ritek, Prodisc, AMT, CMC 16 ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual
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... set the CD-RW drive as a Primary Slave or a Secondary Slave. Cable Select Mode Cover the two pins labeled CABLE SELECT if your computer chassis. ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual 17 Failure to do so may cause irreparable damage to correctly place the jumper blocks over the pins. You need an exclusive interface...
... set the CD-RW drive as a Primary Slave or a Secondary Slave. Cable Select Mode Cover the two pins labeled CABLE SELECT if your computer chassis. ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual 17 Failure to do so may cause irreparable damage to correctly place the jumper blocks over the pins. You need an exclusive interface...
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NOTE: Refer to the chassis front panel. Carefully insert the CD-RW drive into the computer chassis. Remove the cover of the drive should align with the holes on the drive bay. 18 ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual The holes on opening the chassis and installing drives. 1. Installing the CD-RW Drive Follow these steps to install the drive into the bay and push it inward until it is flushed to your computer manual for specific instructions on the sides of an empty 5.25-inch external drive bay. 2.
NOTE: Refer to the chassis front panel. Carefully insert the CD-RW drive into the computer chassis. Remove the cover of the drive should align with the holes on the drive bay. 18 ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual The holes on opening the chassis and installing drives. 1. Installing the CD-RW Drive Follow these steps to install the drive into the bay and push it inward until it is flushed to your computer manual for specific instructions on the sides of an empty 5.25-inch external drive bay. 2.
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3. For cable connections, proceed to connect the drive cables before securing the drive into the chassis. ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual 19 IMPORTANT: Depending on the space on each side of the drive. Use two screws on your chassis, you may need to the following section, "Connecting the Drive Cables." Secure the drive with screws that came with the drive package.
3. For cable connections, proceed to connect the drive cables before securing the drive into the chassis. ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual 19 IMPORTANT: Depending on the space on each side of the drive. Use two screws on your chassis, you may need to the following section, "Connecting the Drive Cables." Secure the drive with screws that came with the drive package.
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If your computer manual. 20 ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual CAUTION! All the cable plugs are slotted so that they fit in completely, try reversing it. Power Cable 4-pin Audio Cable IDE Cable ...
If your computer manual. 20 ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual CAUTION! All the cable plugs are slotted so that they fit in completely, try reversing it. Power Cable 4-pin Audio Cable IDE Cable ...
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Make sure you proceed. Turn on the computer. 2. Follow the screen instructions to install the device driver. 1. ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual 21 By AHEAD software gmbh • Nero Burning ROM • In CD • Wave Editor • Cover Designer By ...and have replaced the computer cover before you that came with the specific software for the appropriate driver. 3. Installing the CD-RW Software The ASUS CRW-3212A drive supports the following software applications. IMPORTANT! Follow these steps to install the driver. Your operating system (OS) detects the new hardware ...
Make sure you proceed. Turn on the computer. 2. Follow the screen instructions to install the device driver. 1. ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual 21 By AHEAD software gmbh • Nero Burning ROM • In CD • Wave Editor • Cover Designer By ...and have replaced the computer cover before you that came with the specific software for the appropriate driver. 3. Installing the CD-RW Software The ASUS CRW-3212A drive supports the following software applications. IMPORTANT! Follow these steps to install the driver. Your operating system (OS) detects the new hardware ...
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When the drive tray ejects out of the drive, place the disc on the front of the drive to eject the tray. 2. CD-RW Drive Basics Placing a Disc into the Drive 1. Press the eject button on the tray with the label (printed) side up. 22 ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual
When the drive tray ejects out of the drive, place the disc on the front of the drive to eject the tray. 2. CD-RW Drive Basics Placing a Disc into the Drive 1. Press the eject button on the tray with the label (printed) side up. 22 ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual
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... a 12-cm disc, place it on the tray making sure that it on the inner circular border on the tray. 12-cm Disc 8-cm Disc 3. ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual 23 This border helps hold the disc in place. Press the drive eject button or lightly push the center of the drive tray...
... a 12-cm disc, place it on the tray making sure that it on the inner circular border on the tray. 12-cm Disc 8-cm Disc 3. ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual 23 This border helps hold the disc in place. Press the drive eject button or lightly push the center of the drive tray...
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.... 1. Carefully pull the tray out and remove the CD. wait until the eject pin has dislodged the tray to avoid breaking the tray panel. 24 ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual
.... 1. Carefully pull the tray out and remove the CD. wait until the eject pin has dislodged the tray to avoid breaking the tray panel. 24 ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual
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These instructions will help you avoid damaging the discs and your CD-RW drive. Cleaning a Disc Spray the disc with compressed air for about five seconds to get rid of the instructions in this section when using compact discs. Do not touch the disc surface. Using Compact Discs Take note of the dust on a disc. ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual 25 Handling a Disc Hold a disc by the edges.
These instructions will help you avoid damaging the discs and your CD-RW drive. Cleaning a Disc Spray the disc with compressed air for about five seconds to get rid of the instructions in this section when using compact discs. Do not touch the disc surface. Using Compact Discs Take note of the dust on a disc. ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual 25 Handling a Disc Hold a disc by the edges.
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...% non-condensing Vibration Operation: Storage: 0.3G peak at 5 ~ 500 Hz 2.0G peak at 1 kHz) S/N ratio 70 dB Output: Headphone 0.7 V rms (typical) Line Out 0.7 V rms (typical) ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual Operating Duty Cycle Electrical and Audio Specifications Power Source I/O Terminal Audio 26 Voltage Tolerance Ripple Rating +5V DC +/- 5% 150m Vpp 900mA +12V DC...
...% non-condensing Vibration Operation: Storage: 0.3G peak at 5 ~ 500 Hz 2.0G peak at 1 kHz) S/N ratio 70 dB Output: Headphone 0.7 V rms (typical) Line Out 0.7 V rms (typical) ASUS CRW-3212A User's Manual Operating Duty Cycle Electrical and Audio Specifications Power Source I/O Terminal Audio 26 Voltage Tolerance Ripple Rating +5V DC +/- 5% 150m Vpp 900mA +12V DC...