IBM 73P4518 User Manual

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IBM USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM  
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User’s Guide  
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IBM USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM  
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User’s Guide  
Note  
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First Edition (November 2004)  
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Safety  
Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.  
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança.  
Pred instalací tohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí.  
Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt.  
Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information.  
Avant d’installer ce produit, lisez les consignes de sécurité.  
Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen.  
Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza.  
Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsvoorschriften.  
Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet.  
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança.  
Antes de instalar este producto lea la información de seguridad.  
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Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.  
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General safety guidelines  
Always observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury and property  
damage.  
Service  
Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the IBM  
Support Center. Use only an IBM authorized service provider who is approved to  
repair your particular product.  
Note: Some parts can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. These parts are  
referred to as Customer Replaceable Units, or CRUs. IBM expressly identifies CRUs  
as such, and provides documentation with instructions when it is appropriate for  
customers to replace those parts. You must closely follow all instructions when  
performing such replacements. Always make sure that the power is turned off and  
that the product is unplugged from any power source before you attempt the  
replacement. If you have any questions or concerns, contact the IBM Support  
Center.  
Power cords and power adapters  
Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by the product  
manufacturer.  
Never wrap a power cord around the power adapter or other object. Doing so can  
stress the cord in ways that can cause the cord to fray, crack or crimp. This can  
present a safety hazard.  
Always route power cords so that they will not be walked on, tripped over, or  
pinched by objects.  
Protect the cord and power adapters from liquids. For instance, do not leave your  
cord or power adapter near sinks, tubs, toilets, or on floors that are cleaned with  
liquid cleansers. Liquids can cause a short circuit, particularly if the cord or power  
adapter has been stressed by misuse. Liquids can also cause gradual corrosion of  
the power cord terminals and/or the connector terminals on the adapter which can  
eventually result in overheating.  
Always connect power cords and signal cables in the correct order and ensure that  
all power cord connectors are securely and completely plugged into receptacles.  
Do not use any power adapter that shows corrosion at the ac input pins and/or  
shows signs of overheating (such as deformed plastic) at the ac input or anywhere  
on the power adapter.  
Do not use any power cords where the electrical contacts on either end show signs  
of corrosion or overheating or where the power cord appears to have been  
damaged in any way.  
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Extension cords and related devices  
Ensure that extension cords, surge protectors, uninterruptible power supplies, and  
power strips that you use are rated to handle the electrical requirements of the  
product. Never overload these devices. If power strips are used, the load should  
not exceed the power strip input rating. Consult an electrician for more  
information if you have questions about power loads, power requirements, and  
input ratings.  
Plugs and outlets  
If a receptacle (power outlet) that you intend to use with your computer  
equipment appears to be damaged or corroded, do not use the outlet until it is  
replaced by a qualified electrician.  
Do not bend or modify the plug. If the plug is damaged, contact the manufacturer  
to obtain a replacement.  
Some products are equipped with a three-pronged plug. This plug fits only into a  
grounded electrical outlet. This is a safety feature. Do not defeat this safety feature  
by trying to insert it into a non-grounded outlet. If you cannot insert the plug into  
the outlet, contact an electrician for an approved outlet adapter or to replace the  
outlet with one that enables this safety feature. Never overload an electrical outlet.  
The overall system load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit rating.  
Consult an electrician for more information if you have questions about power  
loads and branch circuit ratings.  
Be sure that the power outlet you are using is properly wired, easily accessible,  
and located close to the equipment. Do not fully extend power cords in a way that  
will stress the cords.  
Connect and disconnect the equipment from the electrical outlet carefully  
Batteries  
All IBM personal computers contain a non-rechargeable coin cell battery to provide  
power to the system clock. In addition many mobile products such as Thinkpad  
notebook PCs utilize a rechargeable battery pack to provide system power when in  
portable mode. Batteries supplied by IBM for use with your product have been  
tested for compatibility and should only be replaced with IBM approved parts.  
Never attempt to open or service any battery. Do not crush, puncture, or incinerate  
batteries or short circuit the metal contacts. Do not expose the battery to water or  
other liquids. Only recharge the battery pack strictly according to instructions  
included in the product documentation.  
Battery abuse or mishandling can cause the battery to overheat, which can cause  
gasses or flame to “vent” from the battery pack or coin cell. If your battery is  
damaged, or if you notice any discharge from your battery or the buildup of  
foreign materials on the battery leads, stop using the battery and obtain a  
replacement from the battery manufacturer.  
Batteries can degrade when they are left unused for long periods of time. For some  
rechargeable batteries (particularly Lithium Ion batteries), leaving a battery unused  
in a discharged state could increase the risk of a battery short circuit, which could  
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shorten the life of the battery and can also pose a safety hazard. Do not let  
rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries completely discharge or store these batteries in a  
discharged state.  
Heat and product ventilation  
Computers generate heat when turned on and when batteries are charging.  
Notebook PCs can generate a significant amount of heat due to their compact size.  
Always follow these basic precautions:  
v Do not leave the base of your computer in contact with your lap or any part of  
your body for an extended period when the computer is functioning or when  
the battery is charging. Your computer produces some heat during normal  
operation. Extended contact with the body could cause discomfort or, potentially,  
a skin burn.  
v Do not operate your computer or charge the battery near flammable materials or  
in explosive environments.  
v Ventilation slots, fans and/or heat sinks are provided with the product for safety,  
comfort, and reliable operation. These features might inadvertently become  
blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, carpet, or other flexible surface.  
Never block, cover or disable these features.  
CD and DVD drive safety  
CD and DVD drives spin discs at a high speed. If a CD or DVD is cracked or  
otherwise physically damaged, it is possible for the disc to break apart or even  
shatter when the CD drive is in use. To protect against possible injury due to this  
situation, and to reduce the risk of damage to your machine, do the following:  
v Always store CD/DVD discs in their original packaging  
v Always store CD/DVD discs out of direct sunlight and away from direct heat  
sources  
v Remove CD/DVD discs from the computer when not in use  
v Do not bend or flex CD/DVD discs, or force them into the computer or their  
packaging  
v Check CD/DVD discs for cracks before each use. Do not use cracked or  
damaged discs  
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IBM USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive: User’s Guide  
About this book  
This manual contains instructions for installing the IBM® USB 2.0  
CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive hardware.  
This manual provides installation instructions in the following languages:  
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Chapter 1. Combo Drive quick install  
This chapter contains instructions for installing the IBM USB 2.0  
CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive, (hereafter the drive will be referred to as Combo  
Drive).  
Product description  
The IBM USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive is a slimline DVD-ROM and CD  
recordable drive that attaches quickly and conveniently to your IBM ThinkPad®  
computer through a simple connection. The drive is a USB 2.0 device and requires  
connection to one or two USB 2.0 ports. A maximum write speed of 8x  
(CD-R/CD-RW media) can be obtained. Maximum read speeds of 6x (DVD media)  
and 20x (CD media) can be obtained.  
In addition to this manual, the option package includes:  
v IBM USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive  
v Standard USB cable assembly (P/N 73P4522 is to be used for Read Only″  
operations.)  
v USB 2.0 Ycable assembly (P/N 73P4517 is to be used for Read/ Write″  
operations).  
v IBM USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive Software and Guide Super CD  
v Safety information manual  
Contact your place of purchase if an item is missing or damaged. Be sure to retain  
your proof of purchase and packing material. They might be required to receive  
warranty service.  
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Hardware and software requirements  
You must have the following hardware installed on your ThinkPad computer in  
order to use this option:  
v One or two USB 2.0 ports; Two are required for writeoperations.  
Your computer must have one of the following operating systems installed to use  
this option:  
v Microsoft® Windows® XP  
v Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional (Service Pack 4 or later)  
Note: The drive will not operate correctly unless Service Pack 4 or later is  
installed.  
Identifying the combo drive components  
The following diagrams provide information on the combo drive components,  
including the controls and connectors. The diagrams below display the top panel,  
bottom panel, disc open, and using the disc for the first time illustrations.  
v ꢀ1ꢁDisc cover  
v ꢀ2ꢁPower/Busy indicator  
v Green: Drive’s power is on.  
v Slowly blinking amber: Data is being read.  
v Quickly blinking amber: Media is being recognized.  
v ꢀ3ꢁWrite indicator  
v Amber: Data is being written.  
v ꢀ4ꢁ Power switch [POWER]  
v ꢀ5ꢁ Open button [OPEN]  
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v ꢀ6ꢁ Turntable  
v ꢀ7ꢁLens  
v ꢀ8ꢁLens protective sheet  
v ꢀ9ꢁUSB Interface connector  
v ꢀ10ꢁEmergency eject lever  
Operating Configurations  
This section provides operating configurations for the Combo Drive .  
1) For Read Onlyoperations, use cable P/N 73P4522. Connect the drive to one  
standard USB 2.0 port on the system.  
2) For Read/Writeoperations, use USB Ycable P/N 73P4517. Connect the  
drive to two standard USB 2.0 ports on the system.  
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Chapter 2. Cabling the Combo Drive to the ThinkPad  
computer  
The following diagrams may be helpful when cabling the Combo Drive to your  
ThinkPad computer. Please note that these diagrams might differ slightly from  
your hardware.  
ꢀ1ꢁUSB 2.0 Ycable assembly, (P/N 73P4517)  
ꢀ2ꢁ ThinkPad computer  
ꢀ3ꢁ Combo Drive  
Figure 2-1. For Read/Writeoperations.  
ꢀ1ꢁStandard USB cable assembly (P/N 73P4522)  
ꢀ2ꢁ ThinkPad computer  
ꢀ3ꢁ Combo Drive  
Figure 2-2. For Read Onlyoperations.  
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Chapter 3. Features  
The following list contains features of the IBM USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive:  
v Easy connection  
Since this product incorporates the interface conforming to the USB 2.0 High  
Speed, it can be connected or disconnected to or from your computer easily even  
when the power of the computer is on. IBM Docks and Port Replicators with AC  
power are supported.  
v Conformance to media manufactured by major media manufacturers  
This product is best tuned to almost all the CD and DVD media manufactured  
by major media manufacturers and the media written by this product realizes a  
very high write quality. Therefore, this drive can be used with little concern for  
compatibility issues.  
v Incorporation of the buffer underrun prevention function  
This product incorporates the buffer underrun prevention function which helps  
to prevent buffer underrun errors that cause a write failure onto the CD.  
v Top loading  
This product has a top loading mechanism that allows easy loading and ejection  
of a disc. The top cover can be opened manually or by using software that  
works with the computer.  
v Conformance to multiple standards  
This drive conforms with industry standard specifications for CD-RW and CD-R  
media. This drive is compliant with DVD+RW, DVD+R, DVD-RAM, DVD-RW,  
and DVD-R specifications (read only).  
v No power adapter configuration  
This drive Reads and/or Writes with the USB 2.0 port connections only.  
This user’s manual on the CD included with this option describes how to set up  
the Combo Drive, how to connect it to a personal computer, and how to operate it.  
Read the instruction manual of your computer as well.  
The CD also includes software applications for use with the Combo Drive. They  
will automatically install by clicking on them.  
Read this instruction manual carefully before use for proper handling and  
operations of the Combo Drive.  
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Chapter 4. Preparing to use the Combo Drive  
Before using the Combo Drive, follow the procedure below:  
1. Make sure the Combo Drive is properly connected to your ThinkPad computer.  
2. Check the locations of the functions on the Combo Drive (refer to the figures  
below).  
3. Insert the IBM USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive Software and User’s Guide Super  
CD that was shipped with this option to install the CD-R/CD-RW writing  
software or DVD read software.  
4. Double-click on the application you want and follow the instructions on the  
screen.  
5. Check that the drive operates normally and keep the enclosed warranty in a  
safe place after filling it in.  
Check that nothing is placed on the top cover when ejecting a CD or DVD. When  
normal ejection is impossible, an error message may appear on your computer.  
When ejection is not performed normally, open the top cover manually and close it  
securely after removing anything that may be on the cover.  
Following are the locations of the functions on the Combo Drive:  
Figure 4-1. Front view of the Combo Drive  
ꢀ1ꢁ Top cover  
The top cover must be closed to play a disc.  
Press this button to open the top cover.  
ꢀ2ꢁEject button  
Attention: An electrical locking mechanism is used in this  
drive so that an erroneous operation does not open the top  
cover during write. Make sure that the power is on and the  
drive is not in a write operation before pressing the eject  
button to open the top cover.  
Check that nothing is placed on the top cover when ejecting.  
When normal ejection is impossible, an error message may  
appear on your computer. When ejection is not performed  
normally, open the top cover manually and close it securely  
after removing anything that may be on the cover.  
ꢀ3ꢁ Disc tray  
Set the media with the label face up on the disc tray.  
ꢀ4ꢁ Power Switch [POWER] Used for turning on the power.  
ꢀ5ꢁLens The CD is placed on the lens.  
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Figure 4-2. Rear view of the Combo Drive  
ꢀ6ꢁ Open button  
Press to open the combo drive.  
ꢀ7ꢁPower/Busy indicators  
The green LED indicates the power status and the operation  
states of the drive.  
v Power/Busy LED:green when powered.  
v LED blinks quickly: blinks amber quickly when media is  
being recognized.  
v LED blinks slowly: blinks amber slowly when data is being  
read.  
ꢀ8ꢁWrite indicator  
v Write LED : amber when writing to media.  
ꢀ9ꢁUSB interface connector Insert the plug of the provided dedicated USB cable.  
Figure 4-3. Bottom view of the Combo Drive  
ꢀ10ꢁ Emergency eject lever When ejecting the media with the power off, slide the  
emergency eject lever to open the top cover.  
Attention: Be sure the power is off when using the emergency  
eject lever. Use the eject button instead of the emergency eject  
lever except in an emergency.  
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Chapter 5. Combo Drive hardware installation and removal in  
Windows 2000 and Windows XP  
Windows 2000 and Windows XP operating systems have the native drivers for the  
Combo Drive. Therefore, when this drive is connected, Windows will automatically  
install the appropriate driver and the drive will be ready to be used. You do not  
have to perform any special installation or removal procedures.  
Attention:  
v This drive will be recognized as IBM CDRW/DVD UJDB753 USB Deviceby Windows  
Device Manager.  
v In Windows 2000 operating systems, Service Pack 4 or later must be installed.  
Removing the Combo Drive hardware  
Hot plugis supported for the connection between the USB cable and the  
computer; therefore you don’t need to turn off the computer when you remove the  
Combo Drive. Follow the procedure below for removing the Combo Drive for  
Windows 2000 and Windows XP.  
Attention:  
Do not remove and reconnect the drive from or to the computer in rapid succession. The  
drive may not be recognized. Reconnect the drive approximately 20 seconds after  
removing.  
Use the Tray icon for this procedure.  
Windows 2000  
1. Exit the program that uses the drive.  
2. Confirm that the Write indicator of the drive is off.  
3. Click the Remove icon on the tray.  
4. Select removing drive. In this case, select the drive name assigned to the drive  
(D: in this figure).  
5. The Safe to Remove Hardware confirmation window appears. Click the OK  
button.  
6. Remove the plug of the USB cable from the USB terminal of the computer.  
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Note: The message indicated above may differ depending on the versions of your  
operating system. Refer to the instruction manual for your computer or operating  
system for details.  
Windows XP  
1. Exit the program that uses the drive.  
2. Confirm that the Write indicator of the drive is off.  
3. Click the Remove icon on the tray.  
4. Select removing drive. In this case, select the drive name assigned to the drive  
(D: in this figure).  
5. The Safe to Remove Hardware confirmation window appears. Click the OK  
button.  
6. Remove the plug of the USB cable from the USB terminal of the computer.  
Note: The message indicated above may differ depending on the versions of your  
operating system. Refer to the instruction manual for your computer or operating  
system for details.  
Setting the media  
1. Press the eject button of the drive to open the top cover.  
2. Place the media on the tray with the label face upward. Align the center hole of  
the disc with the clamp at the center of the tray and fit the disc in securely by  
pressing the outer vicinity of the center hole.  
3. Close the top cover gently and press the cover down until it is completely  
locked.  
4. When the top cover is correctly closed, the media is recognized and made  
usable after the busy indicator blinks for some seconds.  
Ejecting the media  
1. Press the eject button of the drive to automatically open the top cover.  
2. Lift the edge of the disc carefully from the tray while pressing the upper  
section of the clamp.  
3. Close the top cover gently until the cover is completely closed. Check that the  
cover is securely locked.  
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Playing back the audio CD  
Use Windows Media Player or audio CD playback software such as Microsoft CD  
Player for playing back the audio CD using the drive. The operation method  
differs depending on the software and versions. Refer to the operation manual of  
your computer or software for details.  
Windows 2000  
In Windows Media Player, you will find Digital Playback check box when you  
click the CD Audio tab in the Options window, as shown in the following figure.  
In addition, you will find the Enable Digital Music CD with this Combo Drive  
check box on the Combo Drive property on Device Manager, as shown in the  
figure below. When there is no setting item for the digital playback in your player  
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software, try the above setting.  
Note: The windows above may differ depending on the versions of your operating  
system. Refer to the instruction manual for your computer or operating system for  
details.  
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Windows XP  
In Windows Media Player, you will find Digital Playback check box when you  
click the CD Audio tab in the Properties window, as shown in the following figure.  
In addition, you will find the Enable Digital Music CD with this Combo Drive  
check box on the Combo Drive property on Device Manager, as shown in the  
figure below. When there is no setting item for the digital playback in your player  
software, try the above setting.  
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Note: The windows above may differ depending on the versions of your operating  
system. Refer to the instruction manual for your computer or operating system for  
details.  
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Chapter 6. Application software  
Your IBM USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive Software and User’s Guide Super CD  
contains the following software:  
v IBM Drive Letter Access (DLA)  
This software enables you to write directly to CD-RW media only using the  
drive letter like you would if you were writing to a diskette. All disc format  
types can be formatted by DLA. With DLA, you can drag-and-drop files, create  
new directories, or save files from any application directly to your Combo Drive.  
v UDF reader  
This software enables you to install software for reading DVD-RAM, DVD-RW,  
and CD-RW media on computers with DVD drives. It also allows you to read  
DLA-created discs on systems without DLA installed.  
v IBM RecordNow  
IBM RecordNow is disc mastering software that allows you to create your own  
music or data discs from files on your computer, or from other disc media such  
as CDs or DVDs. Music discs created with IBM RecordNow will play on any CD  
player, whether it’s at home, in your car, or through your computer’s CD-ROM.  
IBM RecordNow also makes it easy to create data discs that can be read on any  
appropriate CD or DVD disc reader.  
Note: Some DVD players cannot read CD-R media. Refer to the documentation  
that accompanied your drive for information on supported media.  
IBM RecordNow guides you, step-by-step, through the recording process with  
simple Wizards and an intuitive user-interface.  
Using IBM RecordNow you can create:  
– Exact copies of existing discs - The Exact Copy feature makes a duplicate of  
your master disc, transferring the disc layout of the original disc to your  
CD-R or CD-RW.  
– Discs of archived data from your hard drive – The Make a Data Disc feature  
is used to store electronic data, such as the files and applications that reside  
on your computer’s hard drive. Unlike music discs, data discs are used to  
store files that are readable only by a computer, and cannot be played on  
your home or car stereo—even if audio files are on the disc.  
– Music compilations from WAV, MP3, or WMA files, or from existing music  
discs – The Make a Music Disc feature creates custom music discs from files  
on your hard drive or your existing music discs. The CD music database  
feature can automatically tag your files with track information to help you  
sort through your collection.  
Note: Please reference the IBM RecordNow On-line Help, for more information  
on how to Make an Exact copy, Create a Data Disc, or to Create an Audio disc  
with IBM RecordNow.  
To start RecordNow, complete the following procedure:  
1. Click Start.  
2. Click Programs.  
3. Click IBM RecordNow.  
4. Click RecordNow to open the main recording software window.  
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v Intervideo WinDVD  
This software enables you to play back DVD videos on your computer or to  
play video files from your hard disk drive.  
Note: Some graphics adapters such as the FIREGL, Intergraph, and 3dLabs, do  
not support DVD video playback.  
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Chapter 7. Using the Combo Drive  
This section provides information on how to handle, load, and care for DVDs and  
CDs and how to care for your Combo Drive.  
Before you begin  
For best results, review the following guidelines before using the drive:  
v Do not move your ThinkPad computer while formatting or writing a disc as this  
might cause data errors. Also, minimize typing while formatting or writing to a  
disc, as this might also cause data errors.  
v Keep the ThinkPad computer on a flat surface when writing to a disc.  
v Turn screensavers off. Using a screensaver might interrupt the formatting and  
writing process.  
v Do not put your ThinkPad computer into hibernation or suspend mode while  
writing to a disc.  
Note: The read and write results of the drive depend upon the quality and  
characteristics of the DVD or CD media used.  
Handling and caring for a disc  
Carefully handle and clean discs, especially writable media types such as CD-R  
and CD-RW discs, so that they remain readable. You can prolong the life of your  
discs by using the following precautions:  
v Always store discs in their original packaging.  
v Always store discs out of direct sunlight.  
v Always store discs away from direct heat sources.  
v Remove discs from the computer when not in use.  
v Check discs for cracks BEFORE each use.  
IMPORTANT: Do not use discs that are cracked.  
v Do not force discs into the computer or packaging.  
v Do not bend or flex discs.  
v Do not use commercial cleaners to clean discs.  
v Do not write on the surface of discs.  
v Handle discs by the edges or the center hole.  
v Do not touch the surface of discs.  
v To remove dust or fingerprints, wipe discs from the center to the edge with a  
soft, lint-free cloth.  
Attention: Wiping a disc using a circular motion can cause data loss.  
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Caring for the Combo Drive  
To protect your drive during operation, observe the following precautions:  
v Remove the disc from the drive before moving the drive.  
v Do not insert foreign objects into the drive.  
v Do not stack objects on the drive.  
v Do not remove the drive cover or attempt to service the drive.  
v Do not operate the drive under any of the following conditions:  
– High temperature, high humidity, or direct sunlight  
– Excessive vibration, sudden shock, or inclined surface  
– Excessive dust  
Cleaning the drive  
Wipe off soil on the drive using a soft cloth. If soil is persistent, use a cloth  
dampened with a diluted neutral detergent after squeezing all the water out. If  
liquid is allowed into the drive, it may cause a serious malfunction, an electric  
shock or a fire.  
Do not apply solvents such as benzene or thinner. Chemical cleaners for home or  
industrial use may damage the coating of the drive.  
Using the drive  
This section contains information on using the Combo Drive.  
Using single and double-sided DVD-RAM media  
DVD-RAM media is available in single-sided and double-sided versions.  
The 2.6 GB and 4.7 GB versions are single-sided. The 9.4 GB version is  
double-sided. To access the data on both sides of the media, you must remove the  
media from the drive, turn it over, and re-insert it into the drive.  
Precautions for handling  
Be careful when handling the removed disc. Debris, dust particles, fingerprints,  
smears, or scratches may impair recording and playback of the media. To clean  
dust or other debris, use a CD Cleaning Kit. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the disc.  
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Do not use solvents to clean the disc surface. When labeling a disc, write only on  
the printed label side or the cartridge using a soft felt-tip marker. Keep out of  
direct sunlight, high temperatures, and humidity. Do not attach labels to either side  
of the disc.  
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Using the drive with CDs and DVDs  
Complete the following procedure to read a data disc:  
1. Turn on the computer.  
2. Press the Eject button on the top of the drive.  
3. Insert a disc in the tray with the label facing up.  
4. Close the drive by gently closing the top cover.  
5. Wait for the drive busy indicator to stop blinking and turn off.  
6. Double-click the CD-ROM or DVD-RAM/DVD-R/DVD-RW icon.  
Using the DVD player software  
This section describes how to use and customize the DVD Player software. You can  
find current information on DVD Player software in the readme file on the IBM  
USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive Software and User’s Guide Super CD.  
Using the DVD function  
To use the DVD function, you need to install WinDVD (the DVD movie player  
program).  
Enabling driver letter access (DLA)  
Drive Letter Access (DLA) is provided so that you can write data to CD-RW  
media. CD-RW media can be written to many times.  
To format and write to CD-RW media:  
1. Insert a disc into the drive.  
2. Double-click My Computer. Right-click the drive letter for the USB 2.0 Combo  
Drive.  
3. Click Format. Formatting time will vary depending on the format process you  
use (quick or full).  
4. After formatting is complete, you can drag and drop files to the USB 2.0  
Combo Drive icon, or you can move files in Windows Explorer.  
To use UDF formatted CD-RW media in other computers, a UDF reader is  
included on the IBM USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive Software and User’s Guide  
Super CD. To use the UDF reader, follow this procedure:  
1. Insert the IBM USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive Software and User’s Guide Super  
CD into the CD or DVD drive of the computer you want to use the UDF  
formatted discs with.  
2. Click Start.  
3. Click Run.  
4. Type e:\UDFREADR\language where e is the drive letter of the USB 2.0 Combo  
Drive, and language is your language.  
5. Click OK.  
6. Double-click SETUP.EXE and follow the on-screen instructions.  
Note: The UDF reader is only needed on systems that do not have another DLA  
program for CD-RW installed.  
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Installing WinDVD and viewing a DVD movie  
To install WinDVD, go to the Softwaresection of the IBM USB 2.0  
CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive Software and User’s Guide Super CD.  
After you install the Combo Drive and WinDVD software, you can view a DVD  
movie. But first you need to set the DVD region code for your DVD content.  
DVD region codes  
DVD region codes help protect the contents of a DVD. The world is divided into  
six regions and specific content can be viewed only in the appropriate region. For  
example, content for Region 1 can be viewed only in the U.S. and Canada.  
WinDVD is also region–specific.  
You can verify the region code of the content by looking at the region code symbol  
on the back of the content packaging.  
Region code  
Region  
1
2
3
4
5
6
U.S., Canada  
Europe, Middle East, South Africa, Japan  
Southeast Asia, Taiwan, Korea  
Latin America, Australia, New Zealand  
Former Soviet Union, North Africa, India  
People’s Republic of China  
Start WinDVD by inserting the DVD into the drive. The region code is  
automatically set and you can view the movie. This is the initial setting.  
After the region code has been set, if you insert a DVD with a different region  
code, you are prompted to change the region code. You can change the region code  
from your initial setting up to four times.  
After the region code has been changed from its initial setting four times, it is fixed  
and can no longer be changed. Thereafter, you can play DVD content only from  
that region.  
To display the region code status, click the WinDVD Properties button on the  
WinDVD user interface. The General tab contains this information.  
To change the region code, do the following:  
1. Turn on your computer and start your operating system.  
2. Click Start.  
3. Select Programs.  
4. Click Intervideo WinDVD.  
5. Click the Properties icon to open the Properties window.  
6. Click the General Properties tab.  
7. Insert a single region DVD of the new region.  
8. Select the correct region code for your country.  
9. Click OK.  
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Starting WinDVD  
To start WinDVD, complete the following procedure:  
1. Click Start.  
2. Click Programs.  
3. Click InterVideo WinDVD.  
4. Click InterVideo WinDVD to open the DVD movie player window.  
For more information on how to play the DVD movie player, refer to the  
WinDVD help information on the IBM USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive  
Software and User’s Guide Super CD. If you want to watch a DVD movie on your  
TV, refer to the online information provided with your computer.  
Notes:  
1. Your computer has been configured to provide the highest quality audio and  
video playback obtainable with the available system resources. You can alter  
the default settings by changing the video resolution setting within the Control  
Panel. Some systems do not have enough resources to provide full-quality  
audio and video playback at all resolution settings. If you experience poor  
playback performance, adjust the resolution to a lower setting.  
2. Audio or video streams are decoded by software. The audio and video  
subsystems need to be fully functional and enabled.  
Using the CD-R and CD-RW function  
The Combo Drive can write to both CD-R and CD-RW discs. CD-R discs cannot be  
erased, but can be used with standard CD-ROM drives and CD players.  
You can use CD-R discs to record audio tracks, store data, archive files, and copy  
files from another CD.  
CD-RW discs can be erased and rewritten, but can be used only with newer MR-  
and CD-RW-compatible CD-ROM and DVD-ROM drives. You can use CD-RW  
discs to back up, store, and update files or to copy files from another CD.  
Notes:  
1. CD-R discs are playable on audio CD players. CD-RW discs are not playable on  
most audio CD players.  
2. The software included with this drive does not enable the drive CD-recording  
capabilities with DOS, Windows 3.x, or IBM OS/2® operating systems.  
For more information on using the software, refer to the IBM RecordNow and IBM  
DLA help information on the IBM USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive Software and  
User’s Guide Super CD.  
Using the DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD-RAM function  
(read only)  
The Combo Drive can read DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD-RAM  
discs.  
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Backing up a CD  
To copy a commercial CD you must own the copyright or obtain permission from  
the copyright owner. If you do not own the copyright or do not obtain permission  
from the copyright owner, you might be violating copyright law and might be  
subject to payment of damages or other remedies. For more information on  
copyright law, consult your legal advisor.  
Problem solving  
Computer problems can be caused by hardware, software, or user error. The  
information in this section might be useful to help you solve problems or to gather  
helpful information you can pass on to a service technician. You might also need to  
refer to your computer, operating-system, or sound-adapter publications.  
Review the following list for any problem descriptions that might fit your  
situation.  
You cannot create a multi session disc.  
Be sure that there is enough space left on the disc for another session. Writing a  
session requires lead-in and lead-out space (about 15 MB) in addition to the data  
that is recorded.  
You cannot successfully write to a CD-R or CD-RW disc.  
Take the following actions:  
1. Verify that the process is not being interrupted by a screen saver, an antivirus  
program, an Internet or e-mail program, or other software. Disable the  
functions that might interrupt the write operation.  
2. Verify that the hard disk has been defragmented.  
3. Consult the hard disk drive manufacturer or vendor if an older hard disk drive  
is conducting a thermal recalibration during a write operation.  
4. Replace the disc if it is bad or scratched.  
5. Disable the Windows Auto Insert Notify function on your CD-ROM and  
CD-RW drives.  
You cannot eject a disc.  
Take the following actions after ensuring that the drive is not in the process of  
writing to a disc:  
1. Eject the disc through software.  
2. Use the Eject button.  
3. Turn off the computer. Wait 45 seconds; then turn on the computer and try  
using the Eject button again.  
4. If other methods do not work, use the emergency eject lever. For more  
You cannot read from the CD disc after successfully writing to it.  
Take the following actions:  
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1. If you can read the CD disc in another CD player or you can see previous  
sessions, the directory information might be damaged on the volume, making it  
unreadable. To get ideas for troubleshooting, check the documentation that  
comes with the software.  
2. You might have a damaged CD-R or CD-RW disc. Try a new disc or another  
brand of CD disc.  
3. If you can read from a CD-RW disc in the writing drive, but not in another MR  
drive, be sure that a UDF Reader program is installed in the computer.  
4. Avoid writing at the slower 1X speed unless required by your computer.  
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Appendix A. Product specifications  
This appendix includes the following information:  
v Physical specifications  
v Power requirements  
v Environmental requirements  
v Read speeds  
v Write speeds  
Physical specifications:  
The physical specifications1 of the drive are listed in the following table.  
Physical specification  
Height  
Width  
Length  
Weight  
18.5 mm (0.73 in.)  
130 mm (5.12 in.)  
157 mm (6.18 in.)  
305 g (0.67 lb.)  
Power requirements:  
The following table lists the power specifications by voltage level for the drive. The  
power specifications are measured at the drive power connector and are nominal  
values.  
Power specifications Voltage  
Average  
Maximum  
USB Standard Bus  
Power  
5V dc  
800 mA  
1.5 A  
Environmental requirements:  
Specification Operational  
Nonoperational  
Temperature (noncondensing) +5° C to +40° C  
(+41° F to +104° F)  
-20° C to +55° C  
(-4° F to +131° F)  
15% to 85%  
Relative humidity  
(noncondensing)  
20% to 80%  
1. Product-description data represents IBM’s design objectives and is provided for comparative purposes; actual results might vary  
based on a variety of factors. This product data does not constitute a warranty. Data is subject to change without notice.  
© Copyright IBM Corp. 2004  
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Read speeds:  
Media  
All power modes  
6X Max.  
DVD-ROM (single layer)  
DVD-ROM (dual layer)  
DVD-R (4.7 GB)  
DVD-RW (4.7 GB)  
DVD-video  
6X Max.  
4X Max.  
4X Max.  
4X Max.  
DVD-RAM (4.7/9.4 GB)  
DVD-RAM (2.6 GB)  
DVD+R  
2X Max.  
1X Max.  
4X Max.  
DVD+RW  
4X Max.  
CD-ROM  
20X Max.  
20x Max.  
20X Max.  
20X Max.  
CD-R  
CD-RW  
CD-DA (DAE)  
Write speeds:  
Media  
CD-R  
All power modes  
8X Max.  
CD-RW  
8X Max.  
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Appendix B. Service and Support  
The following information describes the technical support that is available for your  
product, during the warranty period or throughout the life of the product. Refer to  
your IBM Statement of Limited Warranty for a full explanation of IBM warranty  
terms.  
Online technical support  
Online technical support is available during the life of your product through the  
Personal Computing Support Web site at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support.  
During the warranty period, assistance for replacement or exchange of defective  
components is available. In addition, if your IBM option is installed in an IBM  
computer, you might be entitled to service at your location. Your technical support  
representative can help you determine the best alternative.  
Telephone technical support  
Installation and configuration support through the IBM Support Center will be  
withdrawn or made available for a fee, at IBM’s discretion, 90 days after the option  
has been withdrawn from marketing. Additional support offerings, including  
step-by-step installation assistance, are available for a nominal fee.  
To assist the technical support representative, have available as much of the  
following information as possible:  
v Option name  
v Option number  
v Proof of purchase  
v Computer manufacturer, model, serial number (if IBM), and manual  
v Exact wording of the error message (if any)  
v Description of the problem  
v Hardware and software configuration information for your system  
If possible, be at your computer. Your technical support representative might want  
to walk you through the problem during the call.  
For the support telephone number and support hours by country, refer to the  
following table. If the number for your country or region is not listed, contact your  
IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. Response time may vary depending  
on the number and nature of the calls received.  
Phone numbers are subject to change without notice. For the latest phone number  
© Copyright IBM Corp. 2004  
B-1  
 
Country or Region  
Telephone Number  
Country or Region  
Telephone Number  
Africa  
+44 (0) 1475 555 055 Japan  
Desktop:  
0120-887-870  
v Overseas calls:  
81-46-266-1084  
ThinkPad:  
0120-887-874  
v Overseas calls:  
81-46-266-1084  
IntelliStation and  
xSeries:  
81-46-266-1358  
PC Software:  
0120-558-695  
v Overseas calls:  
81-44-200-8666  
Argentina  
Australia  
Austria  
0800-666-0011  
131-426  
Luxembourg  
298-977-5063  
Malaysia  
(60) 3-7727-7800  
001-866-434-2080  
+44 (0) 1475 555 055  
020-514 5770  
01-24592-5901  
0800-0189  
Mexico  
Bolivia  
Middle East  
Netherlands  
Belgium  
Dutch: 02-210 9820  
French: 02-210 9800  
55-11-3889-8986  
Brazil  
New Zealand  
Nicaragua  
0800-446-149  
255-6658  
Canada  
English:  
1-800-565-3344  
French:  
1-800-565-3344  
In Toronto:  
416-383-3344  
Chile  
800-224-488  
800-810-1818  
Norway  
Panama  
Peru  
66 81 11 00  
206-6047  
China  
China (Hong Kong  
and S.A.R.)  
Home PC:  
852-2825-7799  
0-800-50-866  
Commercial PC:  
852-8205-0333  
Colombia  
Costa Rica  
Denmark  
980-912-3021  
284-3911  
Philippines  
Portugal  
Russia  
(63) 2-995-2225  
21-892-7147  
45 20 82 00  
095-940-2000  
Dominican Republic 566-4755  
or 566-5161 ext. 8201  
Singapore  
(65) 1-800-840-9911  
Toll Free within the  
Dominican Republic:  
1-200-1929  
Ecuador  
1-800-426911 (option Spain  
#4)  
91-714-7983  
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Country or Region  
El Salvador  
Finland  
Telephone Number  
250-5696  
Country or Region  
Sweden  
Telephone Number  
08-477 4420  
09-459 69 60  
02 38 55 74 50  
07032-1549 201  
335-8490  
Switzerland  
Taiwan  
058-333-0900  
France  
886-2-8723-9799  
(66) 2-273-4000  
00-800-446-32-041  
0-1475-555 055  
Germany  
Thailand  
Guatemala  
Honduras  
Turkey  
Tegucigalpa & Sand  
Pedro Sula: 232-4222  
United Kingdom  
San Pedro Sula:  
552-2234  
India  
1600-44-6666  
United States  
1-800-IBM-SERV  
(1-800-426-7378)  
000-411-005-6649  
0-800-100-2011  
Indonesia  
Ireland  
Italy  
(62) 21-523-8535  
01-815-9202  
Uruguay  
Venezuela  
Vietnam  
02-7031-6101  
Ho Chi Minh: (84)  
8-829-5160  
Hanoi: (84)  
4-843-6675  
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Appendix C. IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-08  
04/2004  
Part 1 - General Terms  
This Statement of Limited Warranty includes Part 1 - General Terms, Part 2 -  
Country-unique Terms, and Part 3 - Warranty Information. The terms of Part 2 replace or  
modify those of Part 1. The warranties provided by IBM in this Statement of Limited  
Warranty apply only to Machines you purchase for your use, and not for resale. The term  
Machinemeans an IBM machine, its features, conversions, upgrades, elements, or  
accessories, or any combination of them. The term Machinedoes not include any software  
programs, whether pre-loaded with the Machine, installed subsequently or otherwise.  
Nothing in this Statement of Limited Warranty affects any statutory rights of  
consumers that cannot be waived or limited by contract.  
What this Warranty Covers  
IBM warrants that each Machine 1) is free from defects in materials and workmanship and  
2) conforms to IBM’s Official Published Specifications (Specifications) which are  
available on request. The warranty period for the Machine starts on the original Date of  
Installation and is specified in Part 3 - Warranty Information. The date on your invoice or  
sales receipt is the Date of Installation unless IBM or your reseller informs you otherwise.  
Many features, conversions, or upgrades involve the removal of parts and their return to  
IBM. A part that replaces a removed part will assume the warranty service status of the  
removed part. Unless IBM specifies otherwise, these warranties apply only in the country  
or region in which you purchased the Machine.  
THESE WARRANTIES ARE YOUR EXCLUSIVE WARRANTIES AND REPLACE  
ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,  
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR  
CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR  
PURPOSE. SOME STATES OR JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE  
EXCLUSION OF EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE ABOVE  
EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN THAT EVENT, SUCH  
WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD.  
NO WARRANTIES APPLY AFTER THAT PERIOD. SOME STATES OR  
JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN  
IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT  
APPLY TO YOU.  
What this Warranty Does not Cover  
This warranty does not cover the following:  
v
any software programs, whether pre-loaded or shipped with the Machine, or  
installed subsequently;  
v
failure resulting from misuse (including but not limited to use of any Machine  
capacity or capability, other than that authorized by IBM in writing), accident,  
modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, or improper  
maintenance by you;  
v
v
failure caused by a product for which IBM is not responsible; and  
any non-IBM products, including those that IBM may procure and provide with  
or integrate into an IBM Machine at your request.  
The warranty is voided by removal or alteration of identification labels on the  
Machine or its parts.  
© Copyright IBM Corp. 2004  
C-1  
 
IBM does not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of a Machine.  
Any technical or other support provided for a Machine under warranty, such as  
assistance with "how-to" questions and those regarding Machine set-up and  
installation, is provided WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND.  
How to Obtain Warranty Service  
If the Machine does not function as warranted during the warranty period, contact  
IBM or your reseller to obtain warranty service. If you do not register the Machine  
with IBM, you may be required to present proof of purchase as evidence of your  
entitlement to warranty service.  
What IBM Will Do to Correct Problems  
When you contact IBM for service, you must follow the problem determination  
and resolution procedures that IBM specifies. An initial diagnosis of your problem  
can be made either by a technician over the telephone or electronically by access to  
an IBM website.  
The type of warranty service applicable to your Machine is specified in Part 3 -  
Warranty Information.  
You are responsible for downloading and installing designated Machine Code  
(microcode, basic input/output system code (called BIOS), utility programs,  
device drivers, and diagnostics delivered with an IBM Machine ) and other  
software updates from an IBM Internet Web site or from other electronic media,  
and following the instructions that IBM provides.  
If your problem can be resolved with a Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU) (e.g.,  
keyboard, mouse, speaker, memory, hard disk drive), IBM will ship the CRU to  
you for you to install.  
If the Machine does not function as warranted during the warranty period and  
your problem cannot be resolved over the telephone or electronically, through your  
application of Machine Code or software updates, or with a CRU, IBM or your  
reseller, if approved by IBM to provide warranty service, will either, at its  
discretion, 1) repair it to make it function as warranted, or 2) replace it with one  
that is at least functionally equivalent. If IBM is unable to do either, you may  
return the Machine to your place of purchase and your money will be refunded.  
IBM or your reseller will also manage and install selected engineering changes that  
apply to the Machine.  
Exchange of a Machine or Part  
When the warranty service involves the exchange of a Machine or part, the item  
IBM or your reseller replaces becomes its property and the replacement becomes  
yours. You represent that all removed items are genuine and unaltered. The  
replacement may not be new, but will be in good working order and at least  
functionally equivalent to the item replaced. The replacement assumes the  
warranty service status of the replaced item.  
Your Additional Responsibilities  
Before IBM or your reseller exchanges a Machine or part, you agree to remove all  
features, parts, options, alterations, and attachments not under warranty service.  
You also agree to:  
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1. ensure that the Machine is free of any legal obligations or restrictions that  
prevent its exchange;  
2. obtain authorization from the owner to have IBM or your reseller service a  
Machine that you do not own; and  
3. where applicable, before service is provided:  
a. follow the service request procedures that IBM or your reseller provides;  
b. backup or secure all programs, data, and funds contained in the Machine;  
c. provide IBM or your reseller with sufficient, free, and safe access to your  
facilities to permit IBM to fulfill its obligations; and  
d. inform IBM or your reseller of changes in the Machine’s location.  
4. (a) ensure all information about identified or identifiable individuals (Personal  
Data) is deleted from the Machine (to the extent technically possible), (b) allow  
IBM, your reseller or an IBM supplier to process on your behalf any remaining  
Personal Data as IBM or your reseller considers necessary to fulfill its  
obligations under this Statement of Limited Warranty (which may include  
shipping the Machine for such processing to other IBM service locations around  
the world), and (c) ensure that such processing complies with any laws  
applicable to such Personal Data.  
Limitation of Liability  
IBM is responsible for loss of, or damage to, your Machine only while it is 1) in  
IBM’s possession or 2) in transit in those cases where IBM is responsible for the  
transportation charges.  
Neither IBM nor your reseller are responsible for any of your confidential,  
proprietary or personal information contained in a Machine which you return to  
IBM for any reason. You should remove all such information from the Machine  
prior to its return.  
Circumstances may arise where, because of a default on IBM’s part or other  
liability, you are entitled to recover damages from IBM. In each such instance,  
regardless of the basis on which you are entitled to claim damages from IBM  
(including fundamental breach, negligence, misrepresentation, or other contract or  
tort claim), except for any liability that cannot be waived or limited by applicable  
laws, IBM is liable for no more than  
1. damages for bodily injury (including death) and damage to real property and  
tangible personal property; and  
2. the amount of any other actual direct damages, up to the charges (if recurring,  
12 months’ charges apply) for the Machine that is subject of the claim. For  
purposes of this item, the term Machineincludes Machine Code and Licensed  
Internal Code (LIC).  
This limit also applies to IBM’s suppliers and your reseller. It is the maximum for  
which IBM, its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible.  
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS IBM, ITS SUPPLIERS OR RESELLERS  
LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING EVEN IF INFORMED OF THEIR  
POSSIBILITY: 1) THIRD PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES  
(OTHER THAN THOSE UNDER THE FIRST ITEM LISTED ABOVE); 2) LOSS  
OF, OR DAMAGE TO, DATA; 3) SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR INDIRECT  
DAMAGES OR FOR ANY ECONOMIC CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES; OR 4)  
LOST PROFITS, BUSINESS REVENUE, GOODWILL OR ANTICIPATED  
SAVINGS. SOME STATES OR JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE  
EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL  
DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY  
TO YOU. SOME STATES OR JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW  
Appendix C. IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-08 04/2004 C-3  
LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE  
ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.  
Governing Law  
Both you and IBM consent to the application of the laws of the country in which  
you acquired the Machine to govern, interpret, and enforce all of your and IBM’s  
rights, duties, and obligations arising from, or relating in any manner to, the  
subject matter of this Statement of Limited Warranty, without regard to conflict of  
law principles.  
THESE WARRANTIES GIVE YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY  
ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR  
JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION.  
Jurisdiction  
All of our rights, duties, and obligations are subject to the courts of the country in  
which you acquired the Machine.  
Part 2 - Country-unique Terms  
AMERICAS  
ARGENTINA  
Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence:  
Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled  
exclusively by the Ordinary Commercial Court of the city of Buenos Aires.  
BOLIVIA  
Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence:  
Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled  
exclusively by the courts of the city of La Paz.  
BRAZIL  
Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence:  
Any litigation arising from this Agreement will be settled exclusively by the court  
of Rio de Janeiro, RJ.  
CHILE  
Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence:  
Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled  
exclusively by the Civil Courts of Justice of Santiago.  
COLOMBIA  
Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence:  
Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled  
exclusively by the Judges of the Republic of Colombia.  
EQUADOR  
Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence:  
Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled  
exclusively by the Judges of Quito.  
MEXICO  
Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence:  
Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled  
exclusively by the Federal Courts of Mexico City, Federal District.  
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PARAGUAY  
Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence:  
Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled  
exclusively by the courts of the city of Asuncion.  
PERU  
Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence:  
Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled  
exclusively by the Judges and Tribunals of the Judicial District of Lima, Cercado.  
Limitation of Liability: The following is added at the end of this section:In accordance  
with Article 1328 of the Peruvian Civil Code the limitations and exclusions  
specified in this section will not apply to damages caused by IBM’s willful  
misconduct (dolo) or gross negligence (culpa inexcusable).  
URUGUAY  
Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence:  
Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled  
exclusively by the City of Montevideo Court’s Jurisdiction.  
VENEZUELA  
Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence:  
Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled  
exclusively by the Courts of the Metropolitan Area Of the City of Caracas.  
NORTH AMERICA  
How to Obtain Warranty Service: The following is added to this Section:  
To obtain warranty service from IBM in Canada or the United States, call  
1-800-IBM-SERV (426-7378).  
CANADA  
Limitation of Liability: The following replaces item 1 of this section:  
1. damages for bodily injury (including death) or physical harm to real property  
and tangible personal property caused by IBM’s negligence; and  
Governing Law: The following replaces "laws of the country in which you acquired the  
Machine" in the first sentence:  
laws in the Province of Ontario.  
UNITED STATES  
Governing Law: The following replaces "laws of the country in which you acquired the  
Machine" in the first sentence:  
laws of the State of New York.  
ASIA PACIFIC  
AUSTRALIA  
What this Warranty Covers: The following paragraph is added to this Section:  
The warranties specified in this Section are in addition to any rights you may have  
under the Trade Practices Act 1974 or other similar legislation and are only limited  
to the extent permitted by the applicable legislation.  
Limitation of Liability: The following is added to this Section:  
Where IBM is in breach of a condition or warranty implied by the Trade Practices  
Act 1974 or other similar legislation, IBM’s liability is limited to the repair or  
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replacement of the goods or the supply of equivalent goods. Where that condition  
or warranty relates to right to sell, quiet possession or clear title, or the goods are  
of a kind ordinarily acquired for personal, domestic or household use or  
consumption, then none of the limitations in this paragraph apply.  
Governing Law: The following replaces "laws of the country in which you acquired the  
Machine" in the first sentence:  
laws of the State or Territory.  
CAMBODIA AND LAOS  
Governing Law: The following replaces "laws of the country in which you acquired  
the Machine" in the first sentence:  
laws of the State of New York, United States of America.  
CAMBODIA, INDONESIA, AND LAOS  
Arbitration: The following is added under this heading:  
Disputes arising out of or in connection with this Statement of Limited Warranty  
shall be finally settled by arbitration which shall be held in Singapore in  
accordance with the Arbitration Rules of Singapore International Arbitration Center  
(SIAC Rules) then in effect. The arbitration award shall be final and binding for  
the parties without appeal and shall be in writing and set forth the findings of fact  
and the conclusions of law.  
The number of arbitrators shall be three, with each side to the dispute being  
entitled to appoint one arbitrator. The two arbitrators appointed by the parties  
shall appoint a third arbitrator who shall act as chairman of the proceedings.  
Vacancies in the post of chairman shall be filled by the president of the SIAC.  
Other vacancies shall be filled by the respective nominating party. Proceedings  
shall continue from the stage they were at when the vacancy occurred.  
If one of the parties refuses or otherwise fails to appoint an arbitrator within 30  
days of the date the other party appoints its, the first appointed arbitrator shall be  
the sole arbitrator, provided that the arbitrator was validly and properly  
appointed.  
All proceedings shall be conducted, including all documents presented in such  
proceedings, in the English language. The English language version of this  
Statement of Limited Warranty prevails over any other language version.  
HONG KONG S.A.R. OF CHINA AND MACAU S.A.R. OF CHINA  
Governing Law: The following replaces "laws of the country in which you acquired  
the Machine" in the first sentence:  
laws of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China.  
INDIA  
Limitation of Liability: The following replaces items 1 and 2 of this Section:  
1. liability for bodily injury (including death) or damage to real property and  
tangible personal property will be limited to that caused by IBM’s negligence;  
and  
2. as to any other actual damage arising in any situation involving  
nonperformance by IBM pursuant to, or in any way related to the subject of  
this Statement of Limited Warranty, the charge paid by you for the individual  
Machine that is the subject of the claim. For purposes of this item, the term  
"Machine" includes Machine Code and Licensed Internal Code ("LIC").  
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Arbitration: The following is added under this heading  
Disputes arising out of or in connection with this Statement of Limited Warranty  
shall be finally settled by arbitration which shall be held in Bangalore, India in  
accordance with the laws of India then in effect. The arbitration award shall be  
final and binding for the parties without appeal and shall be in writing and set  
forth the findings of fact and the conclusions of law.  
The number of arbitrators shall be three, with each side to the dispute being  
entitled to appoint one arbitrator. The two arbitrators appointed by the parties  
shall appoint a third arbitrator who shall act as chairman of the proceedings.  
Vacancies in the post of chairman shall be filled by the president of the Bar  
Council of India. Other vacancies shall be filled by the respective nominating party.  
Proceedings shall continue from the stage they were at when the vacancy occurred.  
If one of the parties refuses or otherwise fails to appoint an arbitrator within 30  
days of the date the other party appoints its, the first appointed arbitrator shall be  
the sole arbitrator, provided that the arbitrator was validly and properly  
appointed.  
All proceedings shall be conducted, including all documents presented in such  
proceedings, in the English language. The English language version of this  
Statement of Limited Warranty prevails over any other language version.  
JAPAN  
Governing Law: The following sentence is added to this Section:  
Any doubts concerning this Statement of Limited Warranty will be initially  
resolved between us in good faith and in accordance with the principle of mutual  
trust.  
MALAYSIA  
Limitation of Liability: The word SPECIALin item 3 of the fifth paragraph is  
deleted.  
NEW ZEALAND  
What this Warranty Covers: The following paragraph is added to this Section:  
The warranties specified in this section are in addition to any rights you may have  
under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 or other legislation which cannot be  
excluded or limited. The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 will not apply in respect  
of any goods which IBM provides, if you require the goods for the purposes of a  
business as defined in that Act.  
Limitation of Liability: The following is added to this Section:  
Where Machines are not acquired for the purposes of a business as defined in the  
Consumer Guarantees Act 1993, the limitations in this Section are subject to the  
limitations in that Act.  
PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA (PRC)  
Governing Law: The following replaces laws of the country in which you acquired  
the Machinein the first sentence:  
laws of the State of New York, United States of America (except when local law  
requires otherwise).  
PHILIPPINES  
Limitation of Liability: Item 3 in the fifth paragraph is replaced by the following:  
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SPECIAL (INCLUDING NOMINAL AND EXEMPLARY DAMAGES), MORAL,  
INCIDENTAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES FOR ANY ECONOMIC  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES; OR  
Arbitration: The following is added: under this heading  
Disputes arising out of or in connection with this Statement of Limited Warranty  
shall be finally settled by arbitration which shall be held in Metro Manila,  
Philippines in accordance with the laws of the Philippines then in effect. The  
arbitration award shall be final and binding for the parties without appeal and  
shall be in writing and set forth the findings of fact and the conclusions of law.  
The number of arbitrators shall be three, with each side to the dispute being  
entitled to appoint one arbitrator. The two arbitrators appointed by the parties  
shall appoint a third arbitrator who shall act as chairman of the proceedings.  
Vacancies in the post of chairman shall be filled by the president of the Philippine  
Dispute Resolution Center, Inc.. Other vacancies shall be filled by the respective  
nominating party. Proceedings shall continue from the stage they were at when the  
vacancy occurred.  
If one of the parties refuses or otherwise fails to appoint an arbitrator within 30  
days of the date the other party appoints its, the first appointed arbitrator shall be  
the sole arbitrator, provided that the arbitrator was validly and properly  
appointed.  
All proceedings shall be conducted, including all documents presented in such  
proceedings, in the English language. The English language version of this  
Statement of Limited Warranty prevails over any other language version.  
SINGAPORE  
Limitation of Liability: The words SPECIALand ECONOMICin item 3 in the  
fifth paragraph are deleted.  
EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST, AFRICA (EMEA)  
THE FOLLOWING TERMS APPLY TO ALL EMEA COUNTRIES:  
The terms of this Statement of Limited Warranty apply to Machines purchased  
from IBM or an IBM reseller.  
How to Obtain Warranty Service:  
Add the following paragraph in Western Europe (Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Cyprus,  
Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland,  
Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands,  
Norway, Poland, Portugal, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,  
United Kingdom, Vatican State, and any country subsequently added to the European  
Union, as from the date of accession):  
The warranty for Machines acquired in Western Europe shall be valid and  
applicable in all Western Europe countries provided the Machines have been  
announced and made available in such countries.  
If you purchase a Machine in one of the Western European countries, as defined  
above, you may obtain warranty service for that Machine in any of those countries  
from either (1) an IBM reseller approved to perform warranty service or (2) from  
IBM, provided the Machine has been announced and made available by IBM in the  
country in which you wish to obtain service.  
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If you purchased a Personal Computer Machine in Albania, Armenia, Belarus,  
Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Georgia, Hungary,  
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, Former Yugoslav  
Republic of Macedonia (FYROM), Moldova, Poland, Romania, Russia, Slovak  
Republic, Slovenia, or Ukraine, you may obtain warranty service for that Machine  
in any of those countries from either (1) an IBM reseller approved to perform  
warranty service or (2) from IBM.  
If you purchase a Machine in a Middle Eastern or African country, you may obtain  
warranty service for that Machine from the IBM entity within the country of  
purchase, if that IBM entity provides warranty service in that country, or from an  
IBM reseller, approved by IBM to perform warranty service on that Machine in  
that country. Warranty service in Africa is available within 50 kilometers of an IBM  
approved service provider. You are responsible for transportation costs for  
Machines located outside 50 kilometers of an IBM approved service provider.  
Governing Law:  
The phrase "the laws of the country in which you acquired the Machine" is replaced  
by:  
1) the laws of Austriain Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus,  
Bosnia-Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Georgia, Hungary, Kazakhstan,  
Kyrgyzstan, FYR Macedonia, Moldova, Poland, Romania, Russia, Slovakia,  
Slovenia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, and FR Yugoslavia; 2)  
the laws of Francein Algeria, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Cape Verde,  
Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo Republic, Djibouti, Democratic  
Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, French Guiana, French Polynesia, Gabon,  
Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Ivory Coast, Lebanon, Madagascar, Mali,  
Mauritania, Mauritius, Mayotte, Morocco, New Caledonia, Niger, Reunion,  
Senegal, Seychelles, Togo, Tunisia, Vanuatu, and Wallis & Futuna; 3) the laws of  
Finlandin Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania; 4) the laws of Englandin Angola,  
Bahrain, Botswana, Burundi, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Jordan, Kenya,  
Kuwait, Liberia, Malawi, Malta, Mozambique, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar,  
Rwanda, Sao Tome, Saudi Arabia, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Tanzania, Uganda,  
United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, West Bank/Gaza, Yemen, Zambia,  
and Zimbabwe; and 5) the laws of South Africain South Africa, Namibia,  
Lesotho and Swaziland.  
Jurisdiction: The following exceptions are added to this section:  
1) In Austria the choice of jurisdiction for all disputes arising out of this Statement  
of Limited Warranty and relating thereto, including its existence, will be the  
competent court of law in Vienna, Austria (Inner-City); 2) in Angola, Bahrain,  
Botswana, Burundi, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait,  
Liberia, Malawi, Malta, Mozambique, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Rwanda,  
Sao Tome, Saudi Arabia, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Tanzania, Uganda, United Arab  
Emirates, West Bank/Gaza, Yemen, Zambia, and Zimbabwe all disputes arising  
out of this Statement of Limited Warranty or related to its execution, including  
summary proceedings, will be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English  
courts; 3) in Belgium and Luxembourg, all disputes arising out of this Statement  
of Limited Warranty or related to its interpretation or its execution, the law, and  
the courts of the capital city, of the country of your registered office and/or  
commercial site location only are competent; 4) in France, Algeria, Benin, Burkina  
Faso, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo  
Republic, Djibouti, Democratic Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, French  
Guiana, French Polynesia, Gabon, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Ivory Coast,  
Lebanon, Madagascar, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mayotte, Morocco, New  
Caledonia, Niger, Reunion, Senegal, Seychelles, Togo, Tunisia, Vanuatu, and  
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Wallis & Futuna all disputes arising out of this Statement of Limited Warranty or  
related to its violation or execution, including summary proceedings, will be  
settled exclusively by the Commercial Court of Paris; 5) in Russia, all disputes  
arising out of or in relation to the interpretation, the violation, the termination, the  
nullity of the execution of this Statement of Limited Warranty shall be settled by  
Arbitration Court of Moscow; 6) in South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho and  
Swaziland, both of us agree to submit all disputes relating to this Statement of  
Limited Warranty to the jurisdiction of the High Court in Johannesburg; 7) in  
Turkey all disputes arising out of or in connection with this Statement of Limited  
Warranty shall be resolved by the Istanbul Central (Sultanahmet) Courts and  
Execution Directorates of Istanbul, the Republic of Turkey; 8) in each of the  
following specified countries, any legal claim arising out of this Statement of  
Limited Warranty will be brought before, and settled exclusively by, the competent  
court of a) Athens for Greece, b) Tel Aviv-Jaffa for Israel, c) Milan for Italy, d)  
Lisbon for Portugal, and e) Madrid for Spain; and 9) in the United Kingdom, both  
of us agree to submit all disputes relating to this Statement of Limited Warranty to  
the jurisdiction of the English courts.  
Arbitration: The following is added under this heading:  
In Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia,  
Georgia, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, FYR Macedonia, Moldova, Poland,  
Romania, Russia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine,  
Uzbekistan, and FR Yugoslavia all disputes arising out of this Statement of  
Limited Warranty or related to its violation, termination or nullity will be finally  
settled under the Rules of Arbitration and Conciliation of the International Arbitral  
Center of the Federal Economic Chamber in Vienna (Vienna Rules) by three  
arbitrators appointed in accordance with these rules. The arbitration will be held in  
Vienna, Austria, and the official language of the proceedings will be English. The  
decision of the arbitrators will be final and binding upon both parties. Therefore,  
pursuant to paragraph 598 (2) of the Austrian Code of Civil Procedure, the parties  
expressly waive the application of paragraph 595 (1) figure 7 of the Code. IBM  
may, however, institute proceedings in a competent court in the country of  
installation.  
In Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania all disputes arising in connection with this  
Statement of Limited Warranty will be finally settled in arbitration that will be  
held in Helsinki, Finland in accordance with the arbitration laws of Finland then in  
effect. Each party will appoint one arbitrator. The arbitrators will then jointly  
appoint the chairman. If arbitrators cannot agree on the chairman, then the Central  
Chamber of Commerce in Helsinki will appoint the chairman.  
EUROPEAN UNION (EU)  
THE FOLLOWING TERMS APPLY TO ALL EU COUNTRIES:  
The warranty for Machines acquired in EU countries is valid and applicable in all  
EU countries provided the Machines have been announced and made available in  
such countries.  
How to Obtain Warranty Service: The following is added to this section:  
To obtain warranty service from IBM in EU countries, see the telephone listing in  
Part 3 - Warranty Information.  
You may contact IBM at the following address:  
IBM Warranty & Service Quality Dept.  
PO Box 30  
Spango Valley  
Greenock  
Scotland PA16 0AH  
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CONSUMERS  
Consumers have legal rights under applicable national legislation governing the  
sale of consumer goods. Such rights are not affected by the warranties provided in  
this Statement of Limited Warranty.  
AUSTRIA, DENMARK, FINLAND, GREECE, ITALY, NETHERLANDS,  
NORWAY, PORTUGAL, SPAIN, SWEDEN AND SWITZERLAND  
Limitation of Liability: The following replaces the terms of this section in its entirety:  
Except as otherwise provided by mandatory law:  
1. IBM’s liability for any damages and losses that may arise as a consequence of  
the fulfillment of its obligations under or in connection with this Statement of  
Limited Warranty or due to any other cause related to this Statement of  
Limited Warranty is limited to the compensation of only those damages and  
losses proved and actually arising as an immediate and direct consequence of  
the non-fulfillment of such obligations (if IBM is at fault) or of such cause, for a  
maximum amount equal to the charges you paid for the Machine. For purposes  
of this item, the term Machineincludes Machine Code and Licensed Internal  
Code (LIC).  
The above limitation shall not apply to damages for bodily injuries (including  
death) and damages to real property and tangible personal property for which  
IBM is legally liable.  
2. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS IBM, ITS SUPPLIERS OR RESELLERS  
LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING, EVEN IF INFORMED OF THEIR  
POSSIBILITY: 1) LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE TO, DATA; 2) INCIDENTAL OR  
INDIRECT DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY ECONOMIC CONSEQUENTIAL  
DAMAGES; 3) LOST PROFITS, EVEN IF THEY ARISE AS AN IMMEDIATE  
CONSEQUENCE OF THE EVENT THAT GENERATED THE DAMAGES;  
OR 4) LOSS OF BUSINESS, REVENUE, GOODWILL, OR ANTICIPATED  
SAVINGS.  
FRANCE AND BELGIUM  
Limitation of Liability: The following replaces the terms of this section in its entirety:  
Except as otherwise provided by mandatory law:  
1. IBM’s liability for any damages and losses that may arise as a consequence of  
the fulfillment of its obligations under or in connection with this Statement of  
Limited Warranty is limited to the compensation of only those damages and  
losses proved and actually arising as an immediate and direct consequence of  
the non-fulfillment of such obligations (if IBM is at fault), for a maximum  
amount equal to the charges you paid for the Machine that has caused the  
damages. For purposes of this item, the term Machineincludes Machine Code  
and Licensed Internal Code (LIC).  
The above limitation shall not apply to damages for bodily injuries (including  
death) and damages to real property and tangible personal property for which  
IBM is legally liable.  
2. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS IBM, ITS SUPPLIERS OR RESELLERS  
LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING, EVEN IF INFORMED OF THEIR  
POSSIBILITY: 1) LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE TO, DATA; 2) INCIDENTAL OR  
INDIRECT DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY ECONOMIC CONSEQUENTIAL  
DAMAGES; 3) LOST PROFITS, EVEN IF THEY ARISE AS AN IMMEDIATE  
CONSEQUENCE OF THE EVENT THAT GENERATED THE DAMAGES;  
OR 4) LOSS OF BUSINESS, REVENUE, GOODWILL, OR ANTICIPATED  
SAVINGS.  
THE FOLLOWING TERMS APPLY TO THE COUNTRY SPECIFIED:  
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AUSTRIA  
The provisions of this Statement of Limited Warranty replace any applicable  
statutory warranties.  
What this Warranty Covers: The following replaces the first sentence of the first  
paragraph of this section:  
The warranty for an IBM Machine covers the functionality of the Machine for its  
normal use and the Machine’s conformity to its Specifications.  
The following paragraphs are added to this section:  
The limitation period for consumers in action for breach of warranty is the  
statutory period as a minimum. In case IBM or your reseller is unable to repair an  
IBM Machine, you can alternatively ask for a partial refund as far as justified by  
the reduced value of the unrepaired Machine or ask for a cancellation of the  
respective agreement for such Machine and get your money refunded.  
The second paragraph does not apply.  
What IBM Will Do to Correct Problems: The following is added to this section:  
During the warranty period, IBM will reimburse you for the transportation charges  
for the delivery of the failing Machine to IBM.  
Limitation of Liability: The following paragraph is added to this section:  
The limitations and exclusions specified in the Statement of Limited Warranty will  
not apply to damages caused by IBM with fraud or gross negligence and for  
express warranty.  
The following sentence is added to the end of item 2:  
IBM’s liability under this item is limited to the violation of essential contractual  
terms in cases of ordinary negligence.  
EGYPT  
Limitation of Liability: The following replaces item 2 in this section:  
as to any other actual direct damages, IBM’s liability will be limited to the total  
amount you paid for the Machine that is the subject of the claim. For purposes of  
this item, the term Machineincludes Machine Code and Licensed Internal Code  
(LIC).  
Applicability of suppliers and resellers (unchanged).  
FRANCE  
Limitation of Liability: The following replaces the second sentence of the first paragraph  
of this section:  
In such instances, regardless of the basis on which you are entitled to claim  
damages from IBM, IBM is liable for no more than: (items 1 and 2 unchanged).  
GERMANY  
What this Warranty Covers: The following replaces the first sentence of the first  
paragraph of this section:  
The warranty for an IBM Machine covers the functionality of the Machine for its  
normal use and the Machine’s conformity to its Specifications.  
The following paragraphs are added to this section:  
The minimum warranty period for Machines is twelve months. In case IBM or  
your reseller is unable to repair an IBM Machine, you can alternatively ask for a  
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partial refund as far as justified by the reduced value of the unrepaired Machine or  
ask for a cancellation of the respective agreement for such Machine and get your  
money refunded.  
The second paragraph does not apply.  
What IBM Will Do to Correct Problems: The following is added to this section:  
During the warranty period, transportation for delivery of the failing Machine to  
IBM will be at IBM’s expense.  
Limitation of Liability: The following paragraph is added to this section:  
The limitations and exclusions specified in the Statement of Limited Warranty will  
not apply to damages caused by IBM with fraud or gross negligence and for  
express warranty.  
The following sentence is added to the end of item 2:  
IBM’s liability under this item is limited to the violation of essential contractual  
terms in cases of ordinary negligence.  
HUNGARY  
Limitation of Liability: The following is added at the end of this section:  
The limitation and exclusion specified herein shall not apply to liability for a  
breach of contract damaging life, physical well-being, or health that has been  
caused intentionally, by gross negligence, or by a criminal act.  
The parties accept the limitations of liability as valid provisions and state that the  
Section 314.(2) of the Hungarian Civil Code applies as the acquisition price as well  
as other advantages arising out of the present Statement of Limited Warranty  
balance this limitation of liability.  
IRELAND  
What this Warranty Covers: The following is added to this section:  
Except as expressly provided in these terms and conditions, all statutory  
conditions, including all warranties implied, but without prejudice to the generality  
of the foregoing all warranties implied by the Sale of Goods Act 1893 or the Sale of  
Goods and Supply of Services Act 1980 are hereby excluded.  
Limitation of Liability: The following replaces the terms of section in its entirety:  
For the purposes of this section, a Defaultmeans any act, statement, omission, or  
negligence on the part of IBM in connection with, or in relation to, the subject  
matter of this Statement of Limited Warranty in respect of which IBM is legally  
liable to you, whether in contract or tort. A number of Defaults which together  
result in, or contribute to, substantially the same loss or damage will be treated as  
one Default occurring on the date of occurrence of the last such Default.  
Circumstances may arise where, because of a Default, you are entitled to recover  
damages from IBM.  
This section sets out the extent of IBM’s liability and your sole remedy.  
1. IBM will accept unlimited liability for death or personal injury caused by the  
negligence of IBM  
2. Subject always to the Items for Which IBM is Not Liable below, IBM will  
accept unlimited liability for physical damage to your tangible property  
resulting from the negligence of IBM.  
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3. Except as provided in items 1 and 2 above, IBM’s entire liability for actual  
damages for any one Default will not in any event exceed the greater of 1) EUR  
125,000, or 2) 125% of the amount you paid for the Machine directly relating to  
the Default.  
Items for Which IBM is Not Liable  
Save with respect to any liability referred to in item 1 above, under no  
circumstances is IBM, its suppliers or resellers liable for any of the following, even  
if IBM or they were informed of the possibility of such losses:  
1. loss of, or damage to, data;  
2. special, indirect, or consequential loss; or  
3. loss of profits, business, revenue, goodwill, or anticipated savings.  
SLOVAKIA  
Limitation of Liability: The following is added to the end of the last paragraph:  
The limitations apply to the extent they are not prohibited under §§ 373-386 of the  
Slovak Commercial Code.  
SOUTH AFRICA, NAMIBIA, BOTSWANA, LESOTHO AND SWAZILAND  
Limitation of Liability: The following is added to this section:  
IBM’s entire liability to you for actual damages arising in all situations involving  
nonperformance by IBM in respect of the subject matter of this Statement of  
Warranty will be limited to the charge paid by you for the individual Machine that  
is the subject of your claim from IBM.  
UNITED KINGDOM  
Limitation of Liability: The following replaces the terms of this section is in its entirety:  
For the purposes of this section, a Defaultmeans any act, statement, omission, or  
negligence on the part of IBM in connection with, or in relation to, the subject  
matter of this Statement of Limited Warranty in respect of which IBM is legally  
liable to you, whether in contract or tort. A number of Defaults which together  
result in, or contribute to, substantially the same loss or damage will be treated as  
one Default.  
Circumstances may arise where, because of a Default, you are entitled to recover  
damages from IBM.  
This section sets out the extent of IBM’s liability and your sole remedy.  
1. IBM will accept unlimited liability for:  
a. death or personal injury caused by the negligence of IBM; and  
b. any breach of its obligations implied by Section 12 of the Sale of Goods Act  
1979 or Section 2 of the Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982, or any  
statutory modification or re-enactment of either such Section.  
2. IBM will accept unlimited liability, subject always to the Items for Which IBM  
is Not Liable below, for physical damage to your tangible property resulting  
from the negligence of IBM.  
3. IBM’s entire liability for actual damages for any one Default will not in any  
event, except as provided in items 1 and 2 above, exceed the greater of 1)  
Pounds Sterling 75,000, or 2) 125% of the total purchase price payable or the  
charges for the Machine directly relating to the Default.  
These limits also apply to IBM’s suppliers and resellers. They state the maximum  
for which IBM and such suppliers and resellers are collectively responsible.  
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Items for Which IBM is Not Liable  
Save with respect to any liability referred to in item 1 above, under no  
circumstances is IBM or any of its suppliers or resellers liable for any of the  
following, even if IBM or they were informed of the possibility of such losses:  
1. loss of, or damage to, data;  
2. special, indirect, or consequential loss; or  
3. loss of profits, business, revenue, goodwill, or anticipated savings.  
Part 3 - Warranty Information  
This Part 3 provides information regarding the warranty applicable to your  
Machine, including the warranty period and type of warranty service IBM  
provides.  
Warranty Period  
The warranty period may vary by country or region and is specified in the table  
below. NOTE: Regionmeans either Hong Kong or Macau Special Administrative  
Region of China.  
A warranty period of 1 year on parts and 1 year on labor means that IBM provides  
warranty service without charge for parts and labor during the one year of the  
warranty period.  
IBM USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive  
Type of  
Warranty  
Country or Region of Purchase  
Worldwide  
Warranty Period  
1 year  
Service  
7
Types of Warranty Service  
If required, IBM provides repair or exchange service depending on the type of  
warranty service specified for your Machine in the above table and as described  
below. Warranty service may be provided by your reseller if approved by IBM to  
perform warranty service. Scheduling of service will depend upon the time of your  
call and is subject to parts availability. Service levels are response time objectives  
and are not guaranteed. The specified level of warranty service may not be  
available in all worldwide locations, additional charges may apply outside IBM’s  
normal service area, contact your local IBM representative or your reseller for  
country and location specific information.  
1. Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU) Service  
IBM provides replacement CRUs to you for you to install. CRU information  
and replacement instructions are shipped with your Machine and are available  
from IBM at any time on your request. Installation of Tier 1 CRUs is your  
responsibility. If IBM installs a Tier 1 CRU at your request, you will be charged  
for the installation. You may install a Tier 2 CRU yourself or request IBM to  
install it, at no additional charge, under the type of warranty service designated  
for your Machine. IBM specifies in the materials shipped with a replacement  
CRU whether a defective CRU must be returned to IBM. When return is  
required, 1) return instructions and a container are shipped with the  
replacement CRU, and 2) you may be charged for the replacement CRU if IBM  
does not receive the defective CRU within 30 days of your receipt of the  
replacement.  
Appendix C. IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-08 04/2004 C-15  
 
2. On-site Service  
IBM or your reseller will either repair or exchange the failing Machine at your  
location and verify its operation. You must provide suitable working area to  
allow disassembly and reassembly of the IBM Machine. The area must be clean,  
well lit and suitable for the purpose. For some Machines, certain repairs may  
require sending the Machine to an IBM service center.  
3. Courier or Depot Service *  
You will disconnect the failing Machine for collection arranged by IBM. IBM  
will provide you with a shipping container for you to return your Machine to a  
designated service center. A courier will pick up your Machine and deliver it to  
the designated service center. Following its repair or exchange, IBM will  
arrange the return delivery of the Machine to your location. You are responsible  
for its installation and verification.  
4. Customer Carry-In or Mail-In Service  
You will deliver or mail as IBM specifies (prepaid unless IBM specifies  
otherwise) the failing Machine suitably packaged to a location IBM designates.  
After IBM has repaired or exchanged the Machine, IBM will make it available  
for your collection or, for Mail-in Service, IBM will return it to you at IBM’s  
expense, unless IBM specifies otherwise. You are responsible for the subsequent  
installation and verification of the Machine.  
5. CRU and On-site Service  
This type of Warranty Service is a combination of Type 1 and Type 2 (see  
above).  
6. CRU and Courier or Depot Service  
This type of Warranty Service is a combination of Type 1 and Type 3 (see  
above).  
7. CRU and Customer Carry-In or Mail-In Service  
This type of Warranty Service is a combination of Type 1 and Type 4 (see  
above).  
When a 5, 6 or 7 type of warranty service is listed, IBM will determine which  
type of warranty service is appropriate for the repair.  
* This type of service is called ThinkPad EasyServ or EasyServ in some countries.  
The IBM Machine Warranty worldwide web site at  
worldwide overview of IBM’s Limited Warranty for Machines, a Glossary of IBM  
definitions, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and Support by Product (Machine)  
with links to Product Support pages. The IBM Statement of Limited Warranty is  
also available on this site in 29 languages.  
To obtain warranty service contact IBM or your IBM reseller. In Canada or the  
United States, call 1-800-IBM-SERV (426-7378). In other countries, see the telephone  
numbers below.  
Worldwide telephone list  
Phone numbers are subject to change without notice. For the warranty service  
contact telephone number in a country not yet reflected in the list below, contact  
Phone List for a current telephone listing.  
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Country or Region  
Telephone Number  
Country or Region  
Telephone Number  
Africa  
+44 (0) 1475 555 055 Japan  
Desktop:  
0120-887-870  
v Overseas calls:  
81-46-266-1084  
ThinkPad:  
0120-887-874  
v Overseas calls:  
81-46-266-1084  
IntelliStation and  
xSeries:  
81-46-266-1358  
PC Software:  
0120-558-695  
v Overseas calls:  
81-44-200-8666  
Argentina  
Australia  
Austria  
0800-666-0011  
131-426  
Luxembourg  
298-977-5063  
Malaysia  
(60) 3-7727-7800  
001-866-434-2080  
+44 (0) 1475 555 055  
020-514 5770  
01-24592-5901  
0800-0189  
Mexico  
Bolivia  
Middle East  
Netherlands  
Belgium  
Dutch: 02-210 9820  
French: 02-210 9800  
55-11-3889-8986  
Brazil  
New Zealand  
Nicaragua  
0800-446-149  
255-6658  
Canada  
English:  
1-800-565-3344  
French:  
1-800-565-3344  
In Toronto:  
416-383-3344  
Chile  
800-224-488  
800-810-1818  
Norway  
Panama  
Peru  
66 81 11 00  
206-6047  
China  
China (Hong Kong  
and S.A.R.)  
Home PC:  
852-2825-7799  
0-800-50-866  
Commercial PC:  
852-8205-0333  
Colombia  
Costa Rica  
Denmark  
980-912-3021  
284-3911  
Philippines  
Portugal  
Russia  
(63) 2-995-2225  
21-892-7147  
45 20 82 00  
095-940-2000  
Dominican Republic 566-4755  
or 566-5161 ext. 8201  
Singapore  
(65) 1-800-840-9911  
Toll Free within the  
Dominican Republic:  
1-200-1929  
Ecuador  
1-800-426911 (option Spain  
#4)  
91-714-7983  
Appendix C. IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-08 04/2004 C-17  
Country or Region  
El Salvador  
Finland  
Telephone Number  
250-5696  
Country or Region  
Sweden  
Telephone Number  
08-477 4420  
09-459 69 60  
02 38 55 74 50  
07032-1549 201  
335-8490  
Switzerland  
Taiwan  
058-333-0900  
France  
886-2-8723-9799  
(66) 2-273-4000  
00-800-446-32-041  
0-1475-555 055  
Germany  
Thailand  
Guatemala  
Honduras  
Turkey  
Tegucigalpa & Sand  
Pedro Sula: 232-4222  
United Kingdom  
San Pedro Sula:  
552-2234  
India  
1600-44-6666  
United States  
1-800-IBM-SERV  
(1-800-426-7378)  
000-411-005-6649  
0-800-100-2011  
Indonesia  
Ireland  
Italy  
(62) 21-523-8535  
01-815-9202  
Uruguay  
Venezuela  
Vietnam  
02-7031-6101  
Ho Chi Minh: (84)  
8-829-5160  
Hanoi: (84)  
4-843-6675  
Note: * The numbers will be answered with a Japanese language voice prompt.  
For telephone support in English, please wait for the Japanese voice prompt to  
end, and an operator will answer. Please ask for English support please,and  
your call will be transferred to an English speaking operator.  
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Appendix D. Guarantee supplement for Mexico  
This supplement is considered part of IBM’s Statement of Limited Warranty and  
shall be effective solely and exclusively for products distributed and  
commercialized within Territory of the Mexican United States. In the event of a  
conflict, the terms of this supplement shall apply.  
All software programs pre-loaded in the equipment shall only have a thirty- (30)  
day guarantee for installation defects from the date of purchase. IBM is not  
responsible for the information in such software programs and/or any additional  
software programs installed by you or installed after purchase of the product.  
Services not chargeable to the guarantee shall be charged to the final user, prior an  
authorization.  
In the event that warranty repair is required please call the IBM Support Center at  
001-866-434-2080, where you will be directed to the nearest Authorized Service  
Center. Should no Authorized Service Center exist in your city, location or within  
70 kilometers of your city or location, the guarantee includes any reasonable  
delivery charges related to the transportation of the product to our nearest  
Authorized Service Center. Please call the nearest Authorized Service Center to  
obtain the necessary approvals or information concerning the shipment of the  
product and the shipment address.  
To obtain a list of Authorized Service Centers, please visit:  
servicio_mexico.html  
Manufactured by:  
SCI Systems de México, S.A. de C.V.  
Av. De la Solidaridad Iberoamericana No. 7020  
Col. Club de Golf Atlas  
El Salto, Jalisco, México  
C.P. 45680,  
Tel. 01-800-3676900  
Marketing by:  
IBM de México, Comercialización y  
Servicios, S. A. de C. V.  
Alfonso Nápoles Gándara No 3111  
Parque Corporativo de Peña Blanca  
Delegación Álvaro Obregón  
México, D.F., México  
C.P. 01210,  
Tel. 01-800-00-325-00  
© Copyright IBM Corp. 2004  
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Appendix E. Notices  
IBM may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in  
all countries. Consult your local IBM representative for information on the  
products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to an IBM  
product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that IBM  
product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product,  
program, or service that does not infringe any IBM intellectual property right may  
be used instead. However, it is the user’s responsibility to evaluate and verify the  
operation of any non-IBM product, program, or service.  
IBM may have patents or pending patent applications covering subject matter  
described in this document. The furnishing of this document does not give you  
any license to these patents. You can send license inquiries, in writing, to:  
IBM Director of Licensing  
IBM Corporation  
North Castle Drive  
Armonk, NY 10504-1785  
U.S.A.  
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION PROVIDES THIS  
PUBLICATION “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER  
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED  
WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS  
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some jurisdictions do not allow disclaimer of  
express or implied warranties in certain transactions, therefore, this statement may  
not apply to you.  
This information could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors.  
Changes are periodically made to the information herein; these changes will be  
incorporated in new editions of the publication. IBM may make improvements  
and/or changes in the product(s) and/or the program(s) described in this  
publication at any time without notice.  
The products described in this document are not intended for use in implantation  
or other life support applications where malfunction may result in injury or death  
to persons. The information contained in this document does not affect or change  
IBM product specifications or warranties. Nothing in this document shall operate  
as an express or implied license or indemnity under the intellectual property rights  
of IBM or third parties. All information contained in this document was obtained  
in specific environments and is presented as an illustration. The result obtained in  
other operating environments may vary.  
IBM may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it  
believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you.  
Any references in this publication to non-IBM Web sites are provided for  
convenience only and do not in any manner serve as an endorsement of those Web  
sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this IBM  
product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk.  
Any performance data contained herein was determined in a controlled  
environment. Therefore, the result obtained in other operating environments may  
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vary significantly. Some measurements may have been made on development-level  
systems and there is no guarantee that these measurements will be the same on  
generally available systems. Furthermore, some measurements may have been  
estimated through extrapolation. Actual results may vary. Users of this document  
should verify the applicable data for their specific environment.  
Trademarks  
The following terms are trademarks of International Business Machines  
Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both:  
IBM  
IBM logo  
OS/2  
ThinkPad  
Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United  
States, other countries, or both.  
Other company, product, or service names may be trademarks or service marks of  
others.  
Electronic emission notices  
IBM USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive  
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement  
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a  
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are  
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a  
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio  
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,  
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no  
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this  
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which  
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to  
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:  
v Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
v Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
v Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which  
the receiver is connected.  
v Consult an IBM authorized dealer or service representative for help.  
Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to  
meet FCC emission limits. Proper cables and connectors are available from IBM  
authorized dealers. IBM is not responsible for any radio or television interference  
caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by  
unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes  
or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and  
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that  
may cause undesired operation.  
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Responsible party:  
International Business Machines Corporation  
New Orchard Road  
Armonk, NY 10504  
Telephone: 1-919-543-2193  
Tested To Comply  
With FCC Standards  
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE  
Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
Avis de conformite a la reglementation d’Industrie Canada  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du  
Canada.  
Deutsche EMV-Direktive (electromagnetische Verträglichkeit)  
Zulassungbescheinigunglaut dem Deutschen Gesetz über die elektromagnetische  
Verträglichkeit von Geräten (EMVG) vom 30. August 1995 (bzw. der EMC EG  
Richtlinie 89/336):  
Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt in Übereinstimmungmit dem Deutschen EMVG das  
EG-Konformitätszeichen - CE - zu führen. Verantwortlich für die  
Konformitätserklärung nach Paragraph 5 des EMVG ist die:  
IBM Deutschland Informationssysteme GmbH, 70548 Stuttgart.  
Informationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraph 3 Abs. (2) 2:  
Das Gerät erfüllt die Schutzanforderungen nach EN 55024:1998 und EN 55022:1998 Klasse  
B.  
EN 55022 Hinweis:  
“Wird dieses Gerät in einer industriellen Umgebung betrieben (wie in EN 55022:B  
festgetlegt), dann kann es dabei eventuell gestört werden. In solch einem FA11 ist  
der Abstand bzw. die Abschirmungzu der industriellen Störquelle zu vergröβern.”  
Anmerkung:  
Um die Einhaltung des EMVG sicherzustellen sind die Geräte, wie in den IBM  
Handbüchern angegeben, zu installieren und zu betreiben.  
European Union - emission directive  
This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council  
Directive 89/336/ECC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States  
relating to electromagnetic compatibility.  
Appendix E. Notices E-3  
IBM can not accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection  
requirements resulting from a non-recommended modification of the product,  
including the fitting of non-IBM option cards.  
This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B  
Information Technology Equipment according to European Standard EN 55022. The  
limits for Class B equipment were derived for typical residential environments to  
provide reasonable protection against interference with licensed communication  
devices.  
Union Européenne - Directive Conformité électromagnétique  
Ce produit est conforme aux exigences de protection de la Directive 89/336/EEC  
du Conseil de l’UE sur le rapprochement des lois des États membres en matière de  
compatibilité électromagnétique.  
IBM ne peut accepter aucune responsabilité pour le manquement aux exigences de  
protection résultant d’une modification non recommandée du produit, y compris  
l’installation de cartes autres que les cartes IBM.  
Ce produit a été testé et il satisfait les conditions de l’équipement informatique de  
Classe B en vertu de Standard européen EN 55022. Les conditions pour  
l’équipement de Classe B ont été définies en fonction d’un contexte résidentiel  
ordinaire afin de fournir une protection raisonnable contre l’interférence  
d’appareils de communication autorisés.  
Unione Europea - Directiva EMC (Conformidad électromagnética)  
Este producto satisface los requisitos de protección del Consejo de la UE, Directiva  
89/336/CEE en lo que a la legislatura de los Estados Miembros sobre  
compatibilidad electromagnética se refiere.  
IBM no puede aceptar responsabilidad alguna si este producto deja de satisfacer  
dichos requisitos de protección como resultado de una modificación no  
recomendada del producto, incluyendo el ajuste de tarjetas de opción que no sean  
IBM.  
Este producto ha sido probado y satisface los límites para Equipos Informáticos  
Clase B de conformidad con el Estándar Europeo EN 55022. Los límites para los  
equipos de Clase B se han establecido para entornos residenciales típicos a fin de  
proporcionar una protección razonable contra las interferencias con dispositivos de  
comunicación licenciados.  
Union Europea - Normativa EMC  
Questo prodotto è conforme alle normative di protezione ai sensi della Direttiva  
del Consiglio dell’Unione Europea 89/336/CEE sull’armonizzazione legislativa  
degli stati membri in materia di compatibilità elettromagnetica.  
IBM non accetta responsabilità alcuna per la mancata conformità alle normative di  
protezione dovuta a modifiche non consigliate al prodotto, compresa l’installazione  
di schede e componenti di marca diversa da IBM.  
Le prove effettuate sul presente prodotto hanno accertato che esso rientra nei limiti  
stabiliti per le le apparecchiature di informatica Classe B ai sensi del Norma  
Europea EN 55022. I limiti delle apparecchiature della Classe B sono stati stabiliti  
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al fine di fornire ragionevole protezione da interferenze mediante dispositivi di  
comunicazione in concessione in ambienti residenziali tipici.  
Japanese statement of compliance for products less than or equal to 20 A per  
phase  
Appendix E. Notices E-5  
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