Toshiba A50 - Manual (Page 155)

User’s Manual 9-11
Troubleshooting
DVD-R/-RW drive
For more information, refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics .
Cannot write correctly If you have trouble writing, make sure you are
observing the following precautions:
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Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA.
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Do not use the mouse or keyboard during
writing.
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Use only the software supplied with the
computer for recording.
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Do not run or start other software during
writing.
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Do not jar the computer during writing.
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Do not connect/disconnect external devices
or install/remove internal cards during writing.
If problems persist, contact your dealer.
Problem Procedure
Problem Procedure
You cannot access a
CD/DVD in the drive Make sure the drive's drawer is securely closed.
Press gently until it clicks into place.
Open the drawer and make sure the CD/DVD is
properly seated. It should lie flat with the label
facing up.
A foreign object in the drawer could block laser
light from reading the CD/DVD. Make sure there
is no obstruction. Remove any foreign object.
Check whether the CD/DVD is dirty. If it is, wipe it
with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral
cleaner. Refer to the
Media care section in
Chapter 4 for details on cleaning.