Chapter 2. Using the Multi-Burner Plus drive
This section provides information on how to handle, load, and care for DVDs and CDs and on how to care for your ThinkPad® Super
Before you begin
For best results, review the following guidelines before using the drive:
vDo not move your ThinkPad computer while formatting or writing a disc because this might cause data errors. Also, minimize typing while formatting or writing to a disc, as this might also cause data errors.
vKeep the ThinkPad computer on a flat surface when writing to a disc.
vMake 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.
vTurn screen savers off. Using a screen saver might interrupt the formatting and writing process.
vDo 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
To protect your drive during operation, observe the following precautions:
vRemove the disc from the drive before moving the drive.
vDo not insert foreign objects into the drive.
vDo not stack objects on the drive.
vDo not remove the drive cover or attempt to service the drive.
vDo 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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