Write Problems - LiteOn DX-20A4PU User Manual

Write Problems

Symptom Possible Causes
Cannot write. Using other authoring
software which does not
support your drive.
Disc inserted upside down.
Short of Hard Disk capacity.
No power.
USB cable isn't connected
properly.
Writing errors occur
(Buffer under-runs).
Short of PC memory.
"Auto thermal re-
calibration" triggered.
Defective DVD/CD media.
Short of Hard Disk capacity.
No drive recognition. USB cable is not connected
properly between the
computer USB port and the
drive.
Solutions
Use the authoring software provided with
the drive. When using other software,
ensure your drive is supported by
contacting the software supplier.
Reinsert the disc with label side up.
Generally 1.2 to 2 times the size of the
write data is required. This may vary
according to the write method.
Check if the power cord is securely
connected to the connector.
Ensure that the USB cable and connectors
are not damaged, bent or dented. Check
especially the pins.
Network used. When running saver or other applications
or writing in a network environment,
Window screen saver
errors may occur due to lack of CPU
activated while
resources in PC.
writing.
Rewrite after log-off from the network.
Other application
running. Deactivate the screen saver or power
saving mode.
Quit other applications other than the
authoring software.
Due to shortage of main memory in PC,
swapping of hard disc space may have
occurred. If swapped, data from the hard
disc may cut off causing buffer under-
runs.
Increase main memory capacity.
Disable "Auto thermal re-calibration" in
the BIOS setup.
Use another Hard Disk if can not disable
it.
DVD/CD media may be dirty, scratched
or damaged. Rewrite on another
DVD/CD media.
Generally 1.2 to 2 times the size of the
write data is required. This may vary
according to the write method.
Ensure that both connectors of the USB
cable is properly connected to the USB
ports on the computer and the drive.
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