Toshiba L40 Series Laptop User Manual


 
User’s Manual 4-13
Basic Operations
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 hard
disk access speeds, as they may cause unstable operation and
damage data.
Write from the computer’s hard disk drive 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. Operation with other software cannot be guaranteed.
When writing or rewriting
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 Vista
®
operating system.
Operate the computer for any other function, including using a
mouse or TouchPad or 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 such as PC card, USB
devices, an external display, i.Link devices or optical digital devices.
Use the audio/video control button to reproduce music or voice.
Open the drive.
Do not use shut down/log off and Sleep/Hibernation while writing or
rewriting.
Make sure writing or rewriting is completed before going into Sleep/
hibernation. Writing is completed if you can open the drive tray.
Place 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.
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.