Operating Basics
Writing CDs with the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive
Depending on the type of drive installed, you may be able to write CDs. The DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive lets you read DVD-ROMs and CDs as well as write CD-R/RW. Observe the precautions in this section to ensure the best performance for writing CDs. For information on loading and unloading CDs refer to the Using optical media drive section.
CD-R discs can be written only once. CD-RW discs can be rewritten many times.
Important message
Before you write to CD-R/CD-RW disc or rewrite to CD-RW disc, read and follow all setup and operating instructions in this section.
If you fail to do so, the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive may not function properly, and you may fail to write or rewrite, lose data or incur other damage.
Before writing or rewriting
Please observe the following points when you write or rewrite the data.
■We recommend the following manufacturers of CD-R and CD-RW media. Media quality can affect write or rewrite success rates.
CD-R:TAIYO YUDEN Co., Ltd.
MITSUI Chemicals, Inc.
MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO, LTD.
Ricoh Co., Ltd.
Hitachi Maxell Ltd.
CD-RW:MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO, LTD.
Ricoh Co., Ltd.
*For the special media listed below, the following manufacturers are recommended:
■High-Speed CD-RW:
MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO, LTD., Ricoh Co., Ltd.
■Ultra-Speed CD-RW:
MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO, LTD.
TOSHIBA has confirmed the operation of CD-R and CD-RW media of the manufacturers above. Operation of other media cannot be guaranteed.
■CD-RWs can generally be rewritten about 1,000 times. However, the actual number of rewrites is affected by the quality of the media and the way it is used.
■Be sure to connect the AC adaptor when you write or rewrite.
■Be sure to close all other software programs except the writing software.
