Sony PCG-FX Using the DVD function, DVD-ROM

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	❑	Before writing to a new CD-RW, you must first format the disc. If you do not format the disc, your computer will
User		not recognize it.
	❑	To make a CD-R’s data readable on a CD-ROM drive, you need to close the session when you eject it. To complete
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		this process, follow the instructions included with your software.
	❑ Only use circular discs. Do not use discs with any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this may damage the CD-
		RW drive.
Sony	❑ Do not strike or shake the computer while writing data to a disc.
	❑	For optimal writing speed, deactivate the screensaver before writing data to a disc.
	❑ Memory-resident disc utilities may cause unstable operation or data loss. Deactivate these utilities before writing
		data to a disc.
	❑ For best results, use CD-Rs that are compatible with 4x speed, as the software pre-installed on your computer is
		preset to that speed. Your VAIO notebook does not support 1x writing speed.
	❑ When using your software application to burn CDs, be sure to exit and close all other applications.
	❑ Exit anti-virus software before writing data to a disc.
	❑ Never touch the surface of the disc. Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause writing errors.
	❑ Do not put your VAIO notebook into a power saving mode while using the pre-installed software.

Using the DVD function

To achieve optimum performance when playing DVD-ROMdiscs, you should follow these recommendations.

❑You can play DVDs using the DVD-ROM drive and the WinDVD software. See the help file on the WinDVD software for details.

❑Your computer should not be connected to the port replicator while playing DVD movies or using DVD applications.

❑Close all open applications before playing a DVD-ROM movie.

❑When playing DVD movies on battery power, set the power management profile to DVD. With other profiles, the movies can be choppy.