Toshiba A300 Diskette drive

A300

Problem	Procedure
Some CD/DVDs run	The software or hardware configuration may be
correctly, but others do	causing a problem. Make sure the hardware
not	configuration matches your software’s needs.
	Check the CD/DVD’s documentation.
	Check the type of CD/DVD you are using. Refer
	to Chapter 1, Introduction, for more information.
	Check the region code on the DVD. It must
	match that on the drive. Region codes are listed
	in the Optical disc drive section in Chapter 2, The
	Grand Tour.
Cannot write correctly	If you have trouble writing, make sure you are
	observing the following precautions:
	■ Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA
	■ Do not use the mouse or keyboard during
	writing.
	■ Use only the software supplied with the
	computer for recording.
	■ Do not run or start other software during
	writing.
	■ Do not jar the computer during writing.
	■ Do not connect/disconnect external devices
	or install/remove internal cards during writing.
	If problems persist, contact your dealer.

Diskette drive

Problem	Procedure
Drive does not operate	There may be a faulty cable connection. Check
	the connection to the computer and to the drive.
Some programs run	The software or hardware configuration may be
correctly but others do	causing a problem. Make sure the hardware
not	configuration matches your software needs.
You cannot access the	Try another diskette. If you can access the
external 3 1/2" diskette	diskette, the original diskette (not the drive) is
drive	probably causing the problem.
	If problems persist, contact your dealer.

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