Chapter 2. Using the Super Multi-burner drive
This section provides information on how to handle, load, and care for DVDs and
CDs and how to care for your Super Multi-burner drive.
Before you begin
For best results, review the following guidelines before using the drive:

v Do not move your ThinkPad computer while formatting or writing a disc as this

might cause data errors. Also, minimize typing while formatting or writing to a
disc, as this might also cause data errors.

v Keep the ThinkPad computer on a flat surface when writing to a disc.

v Make sure the ThinkPad computer is plugged into an ac outlet when using the

drive. The disc might be damaged if the battery runs out while writing to a disc.

v Turn screensavers off. Using a screensaver might interrupt the formatting and

writing process.

v Do not put your ThinkPad computer into hibernation or suspend mode while

writing to a disc.

Note: The read and write results of the drive depend upon the quality and

characteristics of the DVD or CD media used.
Caring for the Super Multi-burner drive

To protect your drive during operation, observe the following precautions:

v Remove the disc from the drive before moving the drive.

v Do not insert foreign objects into the drive.

v Do not stack objects on the drive.

v Do not remove the drive cover or attempt to service the drive.

v Do not operate the drive under any of the following conditions:

High temperature, high humidity, or direct sunlight

Excessive vibration, sudden shock, or inclined surface

Excessive dust

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