Operating Basics

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

■Operate the computer at full power. Do not use power-saving features.

■Do not write while virus check software is running. Wait for it to finish, 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 damage data.

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

■Writing with software other than TOSHIBA Disc Creator has not been confirmed. Therefore, operation with other software cannot be guaranteed.

When writing or rewriting

Note the following when you write or rewrite a CD-R or CD-RW.

■Always copy data from the hard disk drive to the CD. Do not use cut- and-paste as the original data will be lost if there is a write error.

■Do not perform any of the following actions:

■Change users in the Windows® XP operating system.

■Operate the computer for any other function, including use of a mouse or TouchPad, closing/opening the LCD panel.

■Start a communication application such as a modem.

■Apply impact or vibration to the PC.

■Install, remove or connect external devices, including the following: PC Card, USB devices, external display, optical digital devices.

■Open the optical media drive.

■If the media is poor in quality, dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting errors may occur.

■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.

■Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away from the computer.

Disclaimer

TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following:

■Damage to any CD-R/RW disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product.

■Any change or loss of the recorded contents of CD-R/RW disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product, or for any business profit loss or business interruption that may be caused by the change or loss of the recorded contents.

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