Sony PCG-K17 - VAIO - Pentium 4 3.06 GHz, User Manual

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Writing files to DVDs (on selected models only)
Use the table shown on Copying and Playing CDs and DVDs to see which type of DVD media your computer supports.
You can copy data or video files to DVD-R or DVD-RW discs if your VAIO
®
computer is equipped with a DVD-RW drive. Before
you write data to a DVD-RW or DVD-R disc, read the following notes to avoid a computer malfunction and ensure the best
writing results:

Deactivate the screen saver and exit anti-virus software.
 Deactivate memory-resident disc utilities to avoid data loss.
To write files to DVD media
1.
Connect the AC adapter to the computer. See Connecting the AC adapter for more information.
2. Insert a blank DVD-R or DVD-RW disc into the optical drive. See Inserting and Ejecting CDs or DVDs for more
information.
3.
Click Start , All Programs , and select the DVD software program you want to use from the submenu.
Your computer may come with preinstalled Click to DVD software. See the Help guide supplied with the
software for more information.
Do not strike or shake the computer while copying files to a disc.
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