Toshiba Satellite L300 PSLB0C-07P08C Users Manual Canada; English - Page 103

Operating Basics When writing or rewriting Please observe the following points while you write or rewrite data to CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, HD DVD-R, HD DVD-R DL or HD DVD-RW media: ■ Always copy data from the hard disk drive to the optical disc - do not use the cut-and-paste function as 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 VistaTM operating system. ■ Operate the computer for any other function, including such tasks as using a mouse or touchpad, or closing/opening the display panel. ■ Start a communication application such as a modem. ■ Apply impact or vibration to the computer. ■ Install, remove or connect external devices, including such items as a SD/SDHC memory card, PC card/ExpressCard, Memory Stick/Memory Stick Pro, MultiMediaCard, USB device, external monitor, or an optical digital device. ■ Use the audio/video control button to reproduce music or voice. ■ Open the optical disc drive. ■ Do not use shut down, log off, sleep mode or hibernation mode functions while writing or rewriting. ■ Make sure that the write/rewrite operation is completed before going into either sleep mode or hibernation mode (writing is completed if you can remove an optical disc on the HD DVD-RW drive). ■ If the media is of poor quality, or is dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting errors may occur. ■ Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subject tovibration such as airplanes, trains or cars. In addition, do not use the computer on an unstable surface such as a stand. ■ Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away from the computer. User's Manual 4-28