9-12 User’s Manual
Troubleshooting
DVD-R/-RW drive
For more information, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics.
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.
Problem Procedure
Problem Procedure
You cannot access a
CD/DVD in the drive Make sure the drive's drawer is securely closed.
Press gently until it clicks into place.
Open the drawer and make sure the CD/DVD is
properly seated. It should lie flat with the label
facing up.
A foreign object in the drawer could block laser
light from reading the CD/DVD. Make sure there
is no obstruction. Remove any foreign object.
Check whether the CD/DVD is dirty. If it is, wipe it
with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral
cleaner. Refer to the Media care section in
Chapter 4 for details on cleaning.
Some CD/DVDs run
correctly, but others do
not
The software or hardware configuration may
becausing a problem. Make sure the hardware
configuration matches your software's
needs.Check the CD/DVD's documentation.