Panasonic U500D user manual When writing or rewriting

Operating Basics

nBe sure to connect the AC adaptor to the computer before you write or rewrite any information.

nBefore you enter either Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode, take care to ensure that any DVD-RAM writing has been completed. In this instance, writing is finished if you can eject the DVD-RAM media.

nBe sure to close all other software programs except for the writing software itself.

nDo not run software such as a screen saver which can put a heavy load on the processor.

nOperate the computer at its full power settings - do not use any powersaving features.

nDo not write information while virus checking software is running, instead wait for it to finish, then disable the virus protection applications, including any software that checks files automatically in the background.

nDo not use any hard disk utilities, including those that are intended to enhance hard disk drive access speeds, as they may cause unstable operation and damage data.

nCD-RW (Ultra Speed +) media should not be used as data may be lost or damaged.

nYou should always write from the computer’s hard disk drive onto the CD/DVD

- do not try to write from shared devices such as a server or any other network device.

nWriting with software other than TOSHIBA Disc Creator has not been confirmed, therefore operation with other software applications cannot be guaranteed.

When writing or rewriting

Please observe the following points while you write or rewrite data to CD-R, CD- RW, DVD-R, DVD-R (Dual Layer), DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R (Double Layer), DVD+RW or DVD-RAM media:

nAlways copy data from the hard disk drive to the optical media - do not use the cut-and-paste function as the original data will be lost if there is a write error.

nDo not perform any of the following actions:

nChange users in the Windows Vista operating system.

nOperate the computer for any other function, including such tasks as using a mouse or Touch Pad, or closing/opening the display panel.

nStart a communication application such as a modem.

nApply impact or vibration to the computer.

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