Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive. Toshiba USB 3471, Satellite A100 Series

Operating Basics

Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive

You can use the CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive to write data to either CD-R or

CD-RW discs. The following applications for writing are supplied: TOSHIBA

Disc Creator.

CD-R discs can be written to only once. CD-RW discs can be rewritten many times.

Important message (CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive)

Before you write or rewrite to CD-RW disc, read and follow all setup and operating instructions in this section.

If you fail to do so, the CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive may not function properly, and you may fail to write or rewrite, lose data or incur other damage.

Before writing or rewriting

Please observe the following points when you write or rewrite the data.

■ We recommend the following manufacturers of CD-R and CD-RW media. Media quality can affect write or rewrite success rates.

CD-R:

CD-RW:

TAIYO YUDEN CO., LTD.

Mitsui Chemicals Inc.

MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD

Ricoh Co., Ltd.

Hitachi Maxell Ltd.

MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., LTD

Ricoh Co., Ltd.

The following special media recommended the next manufacturers.

■ Multi-speed and High-speed CD-RW:

MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION, RICOH Co., Ltd.

■ Ultra-speed CD-RW:

MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION

TOSHIBA has confirmed the operation of CD-R and CD-RW media of the manufacturers above. Operation of other media cannot be guaranteed.

■ 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 AC adaptor when you write or rewrite.

■ Be sure to close all other software programs except the writing software.

■ Do not run software such as a screen saver which can put a heavy load on the CPU.

■ 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.

■ Do not use hard disk utilities, including those intended to enhance HDD access speed. They may cause unstable operation and damage data.

■ Write from the computer’s HDD to the CD. Do not try to write from shared devices such as a LAN server or any other network device.

■ Writing with software other than TOSHIBA Disc Creator has not been confirmed. Therefore, operation with other software cannot be guaranteed.

When writing or rewriting

Note the following when you write or rewrite a CD-R or CD-RW.

■ Always copy data from the HDD to the CD. Do not use cut-and-paste.

The original data will be lost if there is a write error.

■ Do not perform any of the following actions:

■ Change users in the Windows Vista™ operating system.

■ Operate the computer for any other function, including use of a mouse or Touch Pad, closing/opening the LCD panel.

■ Start a communication application such as a modem.

■ Apply impact or vibration to the PC.

■ Install, remove or connect external devices, including the following: PC card, USB devices, external display, i.LINK devices, optical digital devices.

■ Open the optical media drive.

■ Do not use shut down/log off and sleep/hibernation while writing or rewriting.

■ If the media is poor in quality, dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting errors may occur.

■ 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.

■ Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away from the computer.

Disclaimer (CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive)

TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following:

■ Damage to any CD-R/RW disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product.

■ Any change or loss of the recorded contents of CD-R/RW disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product, or for any business profit loss or business interruption that may be caused by the change or loss of the recorded contents.

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