Sony Notebook Computer Handling and cleaning CD and DVD media, Writing data to CD-R/RW media

Connecting an Optical Drive

✍Note the following for playing a DVD:

❑Do not switch between LCD and external display while playing a DVD video.

❑Do not put your notebook into power saving mode while playing a DVD video.

❑Do not install the software that comes with DVD51/A drive.

❑Some DVD videos may allow limited operations or functions, or present sound noise or dropped frames.

Memory-resident disc utilities, such as the screen saver and virus checker, may cause unstable operation or data loss. Deactivate these utilities (if they are active) before writing data to a disc.

Handling and cleaning CD and DVD media

Proper care of the disc is essential to maintain its reliability. Follow these guidelines:

Handling

❑Do not drop or bend the disc.

❑Do not touch the surface of the disc. Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause read errors.

Cleaning

❑For normal cleaning, hold the disc by its edge and use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center out.

❑If the disc is badly soiled, moisten a soft cloth with water, wring it out well, and use it to wipe the surface of the disc from the center out. Wipe off any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth.

❑Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray, as they may cause damage to the disc.

Writing data to CD-R/RW media

You can use Drag’n Drop CD™ software to write data to a CD-R or CD-RW. To use Drag’n Drop CD, see the online help manual that comes with the software.

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