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When writing or rewriting – Toshiba Satellite L30 (PSL33) User Manual

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User’s Manual

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Operating Basics

Since the disc is based on the DVD standard, it might be filled with

dummy data if the written data is less than about 1 GB. Even if you write

only a small amount of data, it might take time to fill in the dummy data.

DVD-RAM formatted by FAT32 cannot be read in Windows

®

2000

without DVD-RAM Driver Software.

When multiple drives that can write data to discs are connected, be

careful not to write to the wrong drive.

Be sure to connect the AC adaptor before you write or rewrite.

Before you enter Standby/Hibernation Mode, be sure to finish

DVD-RAM writing. Writing is finished if you can eject DVD-RAM media.

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.

Do not write while virus check software is running. Wait for it to finish

and then disable virus detection programs including any software that

checks files automatically in the background.

Do not use hard disc utilities, including those intended to enhance HDD

access speed. They may cause unstable operation and data damage.

Write from the computer's hard disc drive to the CD/DVD. 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 is not

recommended.

When writing or rewriting

Please observe/consider the following when you write or rewrite to a CD-R/

-RW, DVD-R/-RW/-RAM or DVD+R/+RW disc.

Do not perform any of the following actions when writing or rewriting:

Change users in the Windows

®

XP operating system.

Operate the computer for any other function, including using a

mouse or TouchPad 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, including the following:

PC Card, USB devices, external display, optical digital devices.

Use the audio/video control buttons to reproduce music or voice.

Open the DVD Super Multi drive.

Do not use shut down/log off and Standby/Hibernation Mode while

writing or rewriting.

Make sure writing or rewriting is completed before going into Standby/

Hibernation Mode. Writing is completed if you can open the DVD Super

Multi drive tray.