When Writing Or Rewriting - Toshiba PSPB0U-00W008 User Manual

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CD-RW can generally be rewritten about 1,000 times. However, the
actual number of rewrites is affected by the quality of the media and the
way it is used.
■ Be sure to connect the universal AC adapter when you write or rewrite.
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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 speeds, as they may cause unstable operation and
damage data.
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Write from the computer's hard disk drive to the CD. 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 TOSHIBA Disc Creator 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 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 Sleep/Hibernation while writing or
rewriting
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Make sure writing or rewriting is completed before going into
Sleep/hibernation. 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.
User's Manual
Change users in the Windows Vista™ operating system.
Operate the computer for any other function, including using a
mouse or TouchPad/Dual Mode 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 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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