Plextor 412-2 Manual

Hardware Installation

By itself, your PlexWriter 4/12 is incapable of communicating with your computer.

You must use a hardware link that enables your drive to ‘‘talk’’ with the rest of your

computer. PlexWriter 4/12 uses a SCSI interface as its link.

Plextor strongly recommends the use of a high-performance bus-mastering SCSI

interface board (ISA or PCI). You probably purchased a Plextor kit with such a board

included. If you purchased your PlexWriter 4/12 without a SCSI interface board and

want to connect it to a non-bus-mastering interface board (PIO), we strongly recom-

mend you do not connect any other SCSI peripherals to the same board. Connecting

the PlexWriter 4/12 to a parallel-to-SCSI or to the SCSI interface on a soundboard is

not recommended.

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Board Installation

YOUR TASK: Install a SCSI interface board in your computer.

YOUR OBJECTIVE: Provide the hardware link needed to enable your

CD-R drive to communicate with your computer.

YOUR METHOD: Remove your computer’s case. Install board and

attach necessary cables.

Let us point out that this is a CD-R drive installation and operation manual ---- it is not

aSCSIinterfaceboardoperationmanual.UnlessyoupurchasedaSCSIinterfaceboard

(and its accompanying manual) bundled in the same box with a PlexWriter 4/12, we

have no way of knowing which typeofboardyouelecttouse. There are dozens of SCSI

interface boards on the market. Each one is installed somewhat differently. Therefore,

our instructions for this section should only be considered as guidelines. For more

detailed instructions on how to properly install your SCSI interface board, you should

refer to the installation/operation manual that you received when you purchased the

board.

Caution: If static electricity may be present in the room where you are working,

dischargeanyyoumayhaveonyourbodybytouchingagroundedobject

before you remove the host adapter from its packaging.

Static electricity is a silent killer. Just a small jolt to one of the chips on

your interface board may render it useless with no apparent damage

visible. Positioning your computer in a location without a carpet under-

foot is one method of guarding against static electricity damage. Using

common sense, such as not walking on a carpeted floor in stocking feet

just before you install your drive, is another.

Before proceeding, make sure the power to your computer and any

external peripherals is OFF and your computer is UNPLUGGED from its

power source.

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Toremoveyourcomputer’scover,followthedirectionsprovidedbyyourcomputer’s

manufacturer. Typically, this involves loosening or removing several screws on the

back panel of your computer and sliding off your computer’s cover.

Carefully remove the SCSI interface board from its packaging. Select a vacant slot in

your computer where you will install the board (refer to the manual packaged with

your interface board for instructions as to which slot in your system to use). If you are

installinganinternaldrive,trytopickaslotthatisclosesttowherethedrivewillbeinstalled.

Remove the cover plate for this slot from the back panel of your computer. Keep the

screw from the cover plate nearby, as you will need it in a moment. Save the cover

plate in case you need it at a later date.

Plug the SCSI interface board into the slot you have selected. Rock the board from

end to end to ensure that it seats firmly in the slot. Don’t force it. If you cannot push

the board down completely into the slot, remove the board and try again.

Expansion Slot Cover

Rear Panel

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Onceyouhavesuccessfullyinsertedtheboard,fastenitinplaceusingthecoverplate

screw that you removed earlier.

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NOTE: The following section is only for those installing internal drives. If you

have an external drive, skip to page 29.

Mounting an Internal Drive

YOUR TASK: Mount your internal drive inside your computer.

YOUR OBJECTIVE: A securely positioned drive whose connectors are

within easy reach of the various cables that must

attach to it.

YOUR METHOD: Identify the drive bay where you will mount your

drive. Remove bay cover. If necessary, use

mounting rails to install drive in bay.

Your PC probably looks something like this:

You can mount your drive in any available bay. You must remove the small panel

that covers the bay that you want to use. This most typically is done after you have

removed your computer’s cover. The panel can then be popped out by pressing

outward lightly (in some older cases you may have to remove screws that hold the

panel in place).

You now need to determine if you must install mounting rails on the sides of your

drive. To do so, insert the drive into the open bay. If the drive fits tightly with little (or

no) clearance on either side of the drive, you will not have to use mounting rails. The

drive can be mounted directly into your computer.

Caution: Donotmount your driveinyourcomputer using screwsotherthan those

supplied by Plextor. You may damage the drive if you insert screws that

aretoolong.Ifyoufindthatyouarehavingdifficultyinsertingorejecting

a caddy from your drive, the cause may be that you are using screws

other than those supplied by Plextor. Another possibility is that you are

using Plextor’s screws but you have tightened them too much. Try

backing the screws out a few turns and see if this corrects the problem.

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Available bay with

cover panel removed.

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If you must use mounting rails, install them as shown below:

There are four holes provided on each side of the drive. To mount an internal drive

in most computers, the rails should be fastened to the lower pair of holes. In some

instances you may need to fasten the rails to the upper set of holes.

You will find that eight screws were supplied with your drive: four chrome screws

and four black screws. Select which screws to use based on which set of holes you

use to attach the mounting rails.

✓Use the chrome screws if you use the upper set of mounting

holes.

✓Use the black screws if you use the lower set of mounting holes.

Check the positioning of the rails by sliding the drive into the bay before you connect

any cables.

Check Your Jumper Settings

Once you have determined a) the correct set of holes to use to attach mounting rails;

or b) that you don’t have to use mounting rails, you are almost ready to finish your

drive’s installation. However, before doing so, check your jumper settings one last

time.

If you do not have any SCSI peripherals (e.g., hard disk, scanner, printer, etc.) in your

system other than your CD-R drive, you should not change the jumpers from their

factory setting or remove the termination resistors.

If you do have other SCSI peripherals as part of your computer system, you may need

to change the settings of the SCSI ID and/or remove the termination resistors. See

Chapters 6 and 7 for information on how to change these settings.

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Be sure not to mistake the inner and outer face of

the rail when attaching. The smooth side of the rail

faces away from the drive’s chassis.

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Cable Connections

You must make a minimum of two cable connections to your internal CD-R drive. A

third cable connection need be made only if you are using a soundboard in your

computer.

The two cable connections that you must make are:

1) SCSI cable

2) power cable

The SCSI cable you will need is a standard 50-pin flat-ribbon cable. If you already

have one other SCSI peripheral (such as a hard disk) and your existing cable has only

two connectors, remove the cable and replace it with a cable with additional

connectors.ConnecttheSCSIhostadapterto a connection on either end of the cable.

Connectthe twoperipheralstotheothertwoconnectors (oneatthemiddleconnector

and one at the end of the cable). Refer to Chapter 7 of this manual for setting the

termination of the devices.

CAUTION: It is easy to accidentally plug your SCSI ribbon cable upside down into

bothyourdriveandSCSIinterfaceboard.Accordingly,besureyoumatch

the red stripe along one side of the SCSI cable to Pin 1 on the interface

board(asshownonthenextpage)andPin1onthedrive.Eachconnector

on the ribbon cable has a ‘‘key’’ in the middle. This key should fit into a

slot in the middle of each connector of the interface board, your

PlexWriter, and any other internal SCSI peripherals.

Double-check your work; you must ensure the side of the SCSI cable with

the red stripe is matched to Pin 1 on the interface board and on the drive.

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Power Supply

from Personal

Computer

DC Power Supply

DC+12V 0.6A

DC+5V 0.3A

SCSI Ribbon Cable

SCSI Host Adapter

Personal Computer SCSI Interface Connector

Jumpers

Power Connector

Audio Connector

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The easiest way to install your SCSI cable is to plug it into the SCSI connector on the

rear panel of the drive before you insert the drive into your computer. Then you can

thread the cable through the front of the open bay you plan to use and back toward

the SCSI interface board. Connect the cable to your SCSI interface board and finish

mounting your drive in the proper position. The drive should slide smoothly into the

bay.Ifitdoesnot,checkforobstructionsinthebayandensurethesiderails(ifneeded)

are attached properly.

You now need to make the power connection. In most computers you will find

additional power connectors that are ready for your use. Check the cable running

from your power supply to your hard disk and see if it has extra connectors on it. If

so, you can plug one of these into the power connector found on the rear panel of the

CD-R drive.

If you do not find any additional connectors available (either because they were not

supplied or they are all in use), you will have to buy a ‘‘splitter’’ or a ‘‘Y-connector.’’

These also can be found at most computer stores. If you are in a hurry to get started,

you probably can unplug the power connector from your 5.25" floppy drive (if you

have one) and plug it into your CD-R drive. You will be able to use your CD-R drive

until you have the opportunity to buy a splitter or Y-connector. (Of course, you will

lose the use of your 5.25" drive until you buy a splitter/Y-connector.)

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Pin #1

#1 To Pin #1

Either end of the cable may be

connected to either the CD-R drive

or to the SCSI interface board

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If your computer has only a 3.5" floppy disk drive, you may find that you do not have

a power connector that is the correct size to plug into your CD-R drive. Once again,

you can turn to your local computer store for a splitter to solve this problem.

A third cable, an audio cable, must be used if there is a soundboard in your system.

This cable runs from the four-pin audio output connector on the rear panel of your

drive to your soundboard. See page 33 for more information about audio cables.

Installation of your internal drive is now complete. Skip to page 32.

External Drive Installation

YOUR TASK: Connect cables from your external drive to your PC

or Mac. Check to see if switch, dial, and terminator

settings need to be adjusted.

YOUR OBJECTIVE: A well-functioning drive that does not conflict with

any other peripherals in your computer system.

YOUR METHOD: Follow directions below for making cable

connections. Review your current computer setup

to see if the potential for conflicts exists. If so, make

necessary switch, dial, and/or terminator changes.

If you are installing a single PX-R412CSe and you have no other SCSI peripherals

attached to your system, you should leave the switches, dial, and terminator found

on the rear panel of your drive at their factory settings. If you do have additional SCSI

peripherals(e.g.,scanner,printer)attachedtoyourcomputer,youmayneedtochange

your dial and terminator settings. See Chapters 6 and 7 for information on how to

change these settings.

If you are installing a single PX-R412CSe external drive, connect it as shown on the

next page.

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Mac Connection

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SCSI Cable

Plugs into Y

Plugs into X

SCSI Interface Board SCSI Cable

Personal Computer

AC Power

Supply

PX-R412CSe Rear Panel

(rear view of a Mac)

PC Connection

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