Manual

4-20 User’s Manual
Operating Basics
■ 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 Drive access speed. They may cause unstable operation and data
damage.
■ Write from the computer’s Hard Disk Drive to the disc. 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
Please 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, including the following:
PC card, USB devices, external display, optical digital devices.
■ Use of the Audio/Video control button to reproduce music or voice.
■ Open the drive.
■ Do not use shut down/log off and Sleep Mode/hibernation while writing
or rewriting.
■ Make sure writing or rewriting is completed before going into Sleep
Mode/hibernation. Writing is completed if you can open the drive tray.
■ 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.
■ Always copy data from the Hard Disk Drive to the DVD-RAM. Do not
use cut-and-paste. The original data will be lost if there is a write error.