User’s Manual 4-13
Operating Basics
■ Do not use hard disk utilities, including those intended to enhance Hard
Disk Drive access speed. 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 Sonic RecordNow! 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. 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 drives, including the following:
PC card, USB devices, external display, i.LINK devices, optical
digital devices.
■ Open the optical disc 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.