Sony
Notebook U
s
er Guide
Using your notebook
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Using the disc recording function*
To burn CDs, you can use DVD/CD-RW and/or DVD/CD-Rs**:
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The
±
RW
(-ReWriteable) disc is a data memory medium that can be used to write, erase and rewrite a
program or other data.
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The
-R
(
-
Recordable) disc is a data memory medium that can be used to write a program or other data,
but once only.
To achieve optimum performance when writing data on an optical disc, follow these recommendations :
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To make the data on a disc readable on an optical drive, you need to close the session when you eject it.
To complete this process, follow the instructions included with your software.
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Only use circular discs. Do not use discs with any other shape (star, heart, card, etc.), as this may damage
the optical drive.
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Do not strike or shake the computer while writing data to a disc.
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For optimal writing speed, deactivate the screensaver before writing data to a disc.
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Memory-resident disc utilities may cause unstable operation or data loss. Deactivate these utilities before
writing data to a disc.
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When using your software application to burn CDs, be sure to exit and close all other applications.
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Never touch the surface of the disc. Fingerprints and dust on the surface of a disc may cause writing
errors.
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Do not put your VAIO notebook into a power saving mode while using the pre-installed software and
while using the CD burning software.
* Ultra Speed CD-RW is not supported.
** DVD or CD depends on your type of disc drive.
