User's Manual

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 Many browsers store files in the hard drive as a cache to speed up the performance. Check
the program’s Online Help for instructions on decreasing the cache size or on removing
temporary Internet files.
 Empty the Recycle Bin to create more disk space. When you delete files, Windows saves
them to the Recycle Bin.
The hard disk takes longer to read a file -
 If you have been using the drive for a period, the files may be fragmented. Go to [Start >
Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter] to perform a disk
defragmentation. This operation may take a while.
 Interrupt requests or problems with other hardware devices may have occupied the CPU
and therefore slows down the system performance.
The files are corrupted -
 Run the Error-checking utility in Windows to check the HDD. Double-click My Computer.
Right-click C: and select Properties. Click Check Now in Error-checking in Tools.
Optical Drive Problems
The optical drive does not work -
 Try rebooting the system.
 The disk is damaged or files are not readable.
 After you have inserted a CD-ROM disk, it may take a moment before you can access its
content.
The drive dose not read any disks -
 The CD may not be properly seated in the tray. Make sure the disk is firmly seated onto the
spindle.
 The disk is damaged or not readable.
The disk cannot be ejected -
 Normally, it takes a few seconds to eject the disk.