User`s manual

Operating Basics

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PERATING

ASICS

◆ Be sure to close all other software programs except the writing software.

◆ Do not run software such as a screen saver, which can put a heavy load on

the CPU.

◆ Operate the computer in the full-power mode. Do not use power-saving fea-

tures.

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

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 data damage.

◆ Write from the computer’s HDD to the CD/DVD. 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 is not recom-

mended.

When writing or rewriting

Please observe/consider the following when you write or rewrite to a CD-R/RW,

DVD-R/-R DL/-RW/-RAM or DVD+R/+R DL/+RW disc.

◆ 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.

◆ Use the Audio/Video control button to reproduce music or voice.

◆ Open the CD-RW/DVD-ROM or DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive.

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

ing.

◆ Make sure writing or rewriting is completed before going into sleep/hiberna-

tion. Writing is completed if you can open the CD-RW/DVD-ROM or DVD

Super Multi (+-R DL) drive tray.