When Writing Or Rewriting - Toshiba M50 User Manual

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Before you enter standby/hibernation mode, be sure to finish DVD-RAM
writing. Writing is finished if you can eject DVD-RAM media.
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Be sure to close all other software programs except the writing
software.
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Do not run software such as a screen saver, which can put a heavy load
on the CPU.
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Operate the computer at full power. Do not use power-saving features.
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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.
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Do not use hard disk utilities, including those intended to enhance hard
disk access speed, as they may cause unstable operation and damage
data.
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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.
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Writing with software other than Sonic RecordNow! or InterVideo
WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum has not been confirmed. Therefore,
operation with other software cannot be guaranteed.

When writing or rewriting

Please observe/consider the following when you write or rewrite to a CD-R/
RW, DVD-R/-RW/-RAM/-R DL or DVD+R/+RW/+R DL disc.
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Do not perform any of the following actions when writing or rewriting:
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Do not use shut down/log off and standby/hibernation while writing or
rewriting.
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Make sure writing or rewriting is completed before going into Standby
mode/Hibernation mode. Writing is completed if you can open the drive
tray.
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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.
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Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away
from the computer.
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Always copy data from the hard disk drive to the CD. Do not use cut-
and-paste as the original data will be lost if there is a write error.
User's Manual
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 such as PC card, USB
devices, an external display, i.Link devices or optical digital devices.
Use the audio/video control button to reproduce music or voice.
Open the drive.
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