Diskette Drive - Toshiba PSAA8C-17202C User Manual

Problem
Some CD/DVDs run
correctly, but others do
not
Cannot write correctly

Diskette drive

For more information, refer to Chapter 4,
Problem
Drive does not operate There may be a faulty cable connection. Check
Some programs run
correctly but others do
not
You cannot access the
external 3 ½" diskette
drive
User's Manual
Procedure
Check whether the DVD is dirty. If it is, wipe it
with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral
cleaner. See the Media care
for details on cleaning.
The software or hardware configuration may be
causing a problem. Make sure the hardware
configuration matches your software
Check the CD/DVD
Check the type of DVD/CD you are using.
Check the region code on the DVD. It must
match that on the CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive.
Region codes are listed in the Optical media
section in Chapter 2,
If you have trouble writing, make sure you are
observing the following precautions:
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Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA
■
Do not use the mouse or keyboard during
writing.
■
Use only the software supplied with the
computer for recording.
■
Do not run or start other software during
writing.
■
Do not jar the computer during writing.
■
Do not connect/disconnect external devices
or install/remove internal cards during writing.
■
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
Operating
Procedure
the connection to the computer and to the drive.
The software or hardware configuration may be
causing a problem. Make sure the hardware
configuration matches your software needs.
Try another diskette. If you can access the
diskette, the original diskette (not the drive) is
probably causing the problem.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
Troubleshooting
section in Chapter 4
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