Operating Basics
4-30 User’s Manual
O
PERATING
B
ASICS
◆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 con-
firmed. 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 HDD to the CD. Do not use cut-and-paste. 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 Vista™ operating system.
◆Operate the computer for any other function, including use of a mouse
or Touch Pad, 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:
Express Card, USB devices, external display, i.LINK devices, optical
digital devices.
◆Open the optical disc drive.
◆Do not use shut down/log off and sleep/hibernation while writing or rewrit-
ing.
◆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.