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ThinkPlus USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo II Drive - Overview
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USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo II Drive (40Y8637)

Features and specifications

The ThinkPlus USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo II Drive (40Y8637) offers:

  • Extremely lightweight (0.70 lb) and slim for mobility
  • Write speeds up to 24x (3600 KB/sec) maximum to CD media
  • Read speeds up to 24x (3600 KB/sec) maximum when reading CD media and up to 8x (10816 KB/sec) maximum when reading DVD media
  • Easy-to-use RecordNow and DLA writing software, and WinDVD movie navigator software
  • Incorporated buffer underrun protection that helps to minimize recording errors
  • Data buffer capacity: 2 MB

Note: The ThinkPlus USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo II Drive may not require the included power adapter for normal read/write operations when directly connected to one USB 2.0 port on some computers. If you are booting from the ThinkPlus USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo II drive, then the included AC power adapter should be attached to the ThinkPlus USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo II drive prior to booting. To ensure reliable operation under all conditions it is recommended that the AC adapter is used whenever possible.


Warranty

1 year Limited – customer carry-in exchange


Hardware compatibility

The ThinkPlus USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo II drive is supported on systems with an available USB port.


Media compatibility

To learn what media is compatible with this product, please view Information about CD and DVD media types for more details.

Note
: CD and DVD drive formats are located on the product and should be matched with the description(s) on the Information about CD and DVD media type document.


Software requirements
  • Microsoft Windows 2000 (Service Pack 4 and later)
  • Windows XP

Packaging
  • ThinkPlus USB 2.0 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo II drive
  • Software and User's Guide CD
  • Hardware Quick Install Guide
  • USB Cable Assembly
  • Carrying Case
  • Safety Manual
  • Power Adapter and line cord

Agency approvals
CE Mark, FCC, VCCI, MIC, C-Tick, BSMI, UL, CSA, DHHS

Additional product information
<empty> Service parts - Parts listing for your product
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Lenovo Support: Notebook Optical (CD, DVD, Multi-Burner, Blu-ray) Drives - Reference Guide - A list of other DVD, Multi-Burner, Blu-Ray internal or USB-attach external drives.
Personal Systems Reference (PSREF) - Comprehensive information on the features and technical specifications of Lenovo products.
Applicable countries and regions
Worldwide

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Document id:  MIGR-62484
Last modified:  2009-10-31
Copyright © 2009 IBM Corporation
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