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Some CD/DVDs
run correctly, but
others do not
Cannot write correctly
Hardware and system checklist
Open the drawer and make sure the CD/DVD is
properly seated. It should lie flat with the label
facing up.
A foreign object in the drawer could block laser
light from reading the CD/DVD. Make sure there
is no obstruction. Remove any foreign object.
Check whether the CD/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's
needs. Check the CD/DVD's documentation.
Check the type of CD/DVD you are using. The
drive supports:
DVD-ROM:
DVD-ROM, DVD-Video
CD-ROM:
CD-DA, CD-Text, Photo CD (single/
multi-session), CD-ROM Mode 1,
Mode 2, CD-ROM XA Mode 2
(Form1, Form2), Enhanced CD (CD-
EXTRA), CD-G (Audio CD only),
Addressing Method 2
Check the region code on the DVD. It must
match that on the DVD-R/-RW drive. Region
codes are listed in the
Chapter 2, The Grand Tour.
If you have trouble writing, make sure you are
observing the following precautions:
• Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA.
section in Chapter 4
Optical media
section in
9-15
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