User’s Manual 4-29
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 items such
as SD/SDHC memory card, ExpressCard, Memory Stick/Memory
Stick Pro card, 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.