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Using CD-ROM Software, CAUTION, IMPORTANT

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5-2 CD-ROM Drive and PremierSound Audio System When the busy indicator turns green, the drive is ready to receive commands and data may be retrieved from the disc. To remove the compact disc, press the Eject button. CAUTION: Do not apply labels to CDs. The presence of a label will cause the CD to be unbalanced and may cause either inconsistent operation or drive failure. IMPORTANT: Certain applications or operating system software may disable the Eject button to prevent accidental damage to the disc. If the Eject button is disabled by the application software, it will not operate. Using CD-ROM Software The first time you use a software program that comes on a compact disc, it may load a certain amount of program data onto the hard drive of your workstation. This enables the program to run more efficiently and quickly in the future. NOTE: Some software compact discs take control of the hardware volume controls. If this occurs, adjust the sound before starting the software. Read the software manufacturer's instructions that accompany the compact disc before you attempt to use it. Information to look for includes: s How much hard disk space will this program require? Do you have enough disk space? s Will you activate the disc from Windows NT Workstation or from the system prompt?

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5-2
CD-ROM Drive and PremierSound Audio System
When the busy indicator turns green, the drive is ready to receive commands
and data may be retrieved from the disc.
To remove the compact disc, press the
Eject
button.
CAUTION:
Do not apply labels to CDs. The presence of a label
will cause the CD to be unbalanced and may cause either
inconsistent operation or drive failure.
IMPORTANT:
Certain applications or operating system software may disable
the Eject button to prevent accidental damage to the disc. If the Eject button
is disabled by the application software, it will not operate.
Using CD-ROM Software
The first time you use a software program that comes on a compact disc, it
may load a certain amount of program data onto the hard drive of your
workstation. This enables the program to run more efficiently and quickly in
the future.
NOTE
:
Some software compact discs take control of the hardware volume
controls. If this occurs, adjust the sound before starting the software.
Read the software manufacturer’s instructions that accompany the compact
disc before you attempt to use it. Information to look for includes:
■
How much hard disk space will this program require? Do you have
enough disk space?
■
Will you activate the disc from Windows NT Workstation or from the
system prompt?