OPERATING BASICS

User’s manual

Be sure to connect the universal AC adaptor before you write or rewrite.

Before you enter standby/hibernation mode, be sure to finish DVD-RAM writing. Writing is finished if you can eject DVD-RAM media.

Be sure to close all other software programs except the writing software.

Do not run software such as a screen saver, which can put a heavy load on the CPU.

Operate the computer in the full-power mode. Do not use power-saving features.

Do not write while virus check software is running. Wait for it to finish, and then disable virus detection programs including any software that checks files automatically in the background.

Do not use hard disk utilities, including those intended to enhance HDD access speed. They may cause unstable operation and data damage.

Write from the computer's HDD to the CD/DVD. Do not try to write from shared devices such as a LAN server or any other network device.

Writing with software other than RecordNow! is not recommended.

When writing or rewriting

Please observe/consider the following when you write or rewrite to a CD-R/RW, DVD-R/-RW/-RAM or DVD+R/+RW disc.

Do not perform any of the following actions when writing or rewriting:

Change users in the Windows XP operating system.

Operate the computer for any other function, including using a mouse or Touch Pad, closing/opening the LCD panel.

Start a communication application such as a modem.

Apply impact or vibration to the computer.

Install, remove or connect external devices, including the following: PC card, USB devices, external display, i.LINK devices, optical digital devices.

Use the Audio/Video control button to reproduce music or voice.

Open the CD-RW/DVD-ROM, DVD-R/-RW, DVD+-R/+-RW or DVD Super Multi drive.

Do not use shut down/log off and standby/hibernation while writing or rewriting.

Make sure writing or rewriting is completed before going into standby/ hibernation. Writing is completed if you can open the CD-RW/DVD- ROM, DVD-R/-RW, DVD+-R/+-RW or DVD Super Multi drive tray.

Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subject to vibration such as airplanes, trains, or cars. Do not use an unstable surface such as a stand.

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