User`s manual

Operating Basics

4-18 User’s Manual

PERATING

ASICS

◆ Do not write while virus check software is running. Wait for it to finish, then

disable virus detection programs including any software that checks files

automatically in the background.

◆ Do not use hard disk utilities, including those intended to enhance HDD

access speed. They may cause unstable operation and damage data.

◆ Write from the computer’s HDD to the CD. Do not try to write from shared

devices such as a LAN server or any other network device.

◆ Writing with software other than TOSHIBA Disc Creator has not been con-

firmed. Therefore, operation with other software cannot be guaranteed.

When writing or rewriting

Note the following when you write or rewrite a CD-R or CD-RW.

◆ Always copy data from the HDD to the CD. Do not use cut-and-paste. The

original data will be lost if there is a write error.

◆ Do not perform any of the following actions:

◆ Change users in the Windows Vista™ operating system.

◆ Operate the computer for any other function, including use of a mouse

or Touch Pad, closing/opening the LCD panel.

◆ Start a communication application such as a modem.

◆ Apply impact or vibration to the PC.

◆ Install, remove or connect external devices, including the following: PC

card, USB devices, external display, i.LINK devices, optical digital

devices.

◆ Open the optical media drive.

◆ Do not use shut down/log off and sleep/hibernation while writing or rewrit-

ing.

◆ If the media is poor in quality, dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting errors

may occur.

◆ Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subject to vibration

such as airplanes, trains, or cars. Do not use an unstable surface such as a

stand.

◆ Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away from

the computer.

Disclaimer (CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive)

TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following:

◆ Damage to any CD-R/RW disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting

with this product.