Toshiba Satellite L40 - Manual (Page 61)

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.