Plextor PX-716 - 3. Installing the PX-716 SA Internal SATA Drive; PX-716 SA Drive Features and Controls; Front Panel-PX-716 SA Internal Drive; Rear Panel-PX-716 SA Internal SATA Drive

Table of Contents
PX-716 Installation and Users Manual vii
Using GigaRec ..............................................................................65
Burning a Disc with GigaRec....................................................66
How GigaRec Works.................................................................67
Important Facts about GigaRec.................................................67
Testing Your CDs and DVDs........................................................68
Measuring Read Transfer Rate..................................................68
Measuring Write Transfer Rate .................................................71
Measuring Q-Check C1/C2/CU Errors......................................73
Measuring Tracking and Focus Error........................................77
Making Q-Check Jitter/Beta Measurements..............................81
Measuring Q-Check PI/PO Errors.............................................85
TA Test..........................................................................................87
Advantages of Buffer Underrun Proof Technology ......................90
6. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ............................................91
Cleaning the PX-716 Drive ...........................................................91
Upgrading Firmware .....................................................................92
Emergency Eject ...........................................................................93
Changing the Front-Panel Color....................................................94
Troubleshooting ............................................................................98
Make Sure the Drive Is Recognized..........................................98
Using the PX-716A Self-Test Diagnostics..............................100
Using the PX-716SA Self-Test Diagnostics............................104
7. Frequently Asked Questions.....................................................107
Appendix A: PX-716 Specifications .............................................111
Specifications for All PX-716 Drives..........................................111
Specifications for the PX-716A Internal ATAPI Drive ..............124
Specifications for the PX-716SA Internal SATA Drive..............127
Appendix B: Technical Support...................................................129
How to Contact Plextor Technical Support.................................130
Before You E-mail/Log On/FAX/Call for Support.....................130
Returns ........................................................................................131
Contacting Plextor’s RMA Department ..................................131
Packing Your Drive.................................................................132
Shipping Your Drive to Plextor...............................................132
Appendix C: Warranty.................................................................133
If You’re Outside the U.S. or Canada .........................................134
Index...............................................................................................135