User’s Manual 4-21
Operating Basics
■ Do not write while a 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 hard
disk drive access speed. They may cause unstable operation and data
damage.
■ CD-RW (Ultra Speed +) media is not supported. If used, data may be
lost or damaged.
■ Write from the computer’s hard disk drive 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 RecordNow! Basic for TOSHIBA,
TOSHIBA Disc Creator and InterVideo WinDVD Creator Platinum is not
recommended.
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 when writing or rewriting:
■ Change users in the Windows XP operating system.
■ Operate the computer for any other function, including using a
mouse or Touch Pad or closing/opening the LCD panel.
■ Start a communication application such as a modem.
■ Apply impact or vibration to the computer.
■ Install, remove or connect external devices, including the following:
PC card, SD/SDIO card, Memory Stick/Memory Stick Pro, xD
picture card, MultiMediaCard, USB devices, external monitor, i.LINK
devices, optical digital devices.
■ Use the Audio/Video control button to reproduce music or voice.
■ Open the optical disc drive.
■ Remove the optical disc from the Optical Disc Drive.
■ Do not use shut down/log off and standby/hibernation while writing or
rewriting.
■ Make sure writing or rewriting is completed before going into standby/
hibernation. Writing is completed if you can open the DVD-ROM&CD-R/
RW or DVD Super Multi drive tray.
■ 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.
■ Always copy data from the hard disk drive to the optical disc. Do not use
cut-and-paste. The original data will be lost if there is a write error.
Discs created in DVD-R DL format4 (Layer Jump Recording) cannot be
read.
