User Manual

Chapter Two - 14
Operating Information
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) / Optional Solid State Drive (SSD)
Your Notebook computer is equipped with 2.5” SATA II Hard Disk Drive (HDD),
or optional Solid State Drive (SSD) for data storage. HDD/SSD is user
removable, providing convenience and security. It can ONLY be removed
while power is OFF.
Optical Disk Device (ODD)
There is a 5.25” type/ 12.7mm height SATAII interface ODD. The actual
device will depend on the model you purchased. The ODD may be used as a
boot device if properly set in the BIOS.
The ODD accepts a variety of standard 12cm CDs, DVD-ROM (Single Layer,
Dual Layer), DVD-Video, DVD-R*10 (1.4 GB, 2.8 GB, 4.7GB), DVD-RW
(Ver.1.1/1.2 1.4 GB, 2.8 GB, 4.7 GB, 9.4 GB), DVD-R DL (8.5 GB), DVD-RAM
(1.4 GB, 2.8 GB, 4.7 GB, 9.4 GB), +R (4.7 GB), +R DL (8.5 GB), +RW (4.7 GB),
CD-Audio, CD-ROM (XA compatible), CD-R, Photo CD (multiple session
compatible), Video CD, CD EXTRA, CD-RW, CD-TEXT and etc.
Caution: Do not use the IDE-interface ODD; it may cause the computer
malfunction.
The following procedure assumes that all the necessary ODD utilities were
installed on the computer. For ODD utility installation, please refer to “Utilities
and Drivers”. ODD also can be removed and swapped with the 2
nd
battery or
2
nd
SATA HDD.
Put disk into the ODD
While the power is ON, push the ejecting button of ODD. The tray will release.
Then gently pull the tray out. Put the disk with its label facing up on the holder
and push the tray back into the cabinet. Any dirt on the data side of the disk
may cause to the erroneous read. Please avoid touching the data side.
Note:
NEVER drop your HDD/SSD or expose them to high temperature,
high humidity, or any hazardous environment. NEVER try to
disassemble the module. Static discharge may destroy your device
and data. Always pick up the modules by touching the case only.