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Burning DVDs
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4backmatt
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15. November 2005 @ 16:48 |
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I have no idea how to do this but i want to take the dvds that i have right now and burn them onto new dvds. I know i need a software and special discs and a burner or something but honestly i have no idea. I would like to know the most basic and easiest way to start this.
What software do i need??
What kind of burner do i need?
What kind of discs do i need?
Thanks a lot!
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15. November 2005 @ 16:57 |
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The software I would reccomend is 1 DVD Decrypter to remove any copy protection and 2 DVD Shrink or NeroRecode. All these progs are available here.
1 DVD Shrink
2 DVD Decrypter
3 NeroRecode2
buy good quality blanks such as taiyo yuden or verbatin...STAY AWAY FROM MEMOREX. Heres a couple of guides to follow http://www.dvdplusvideo.com
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4backmatt
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15. November 2005 @ 17:02 |
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Thanks!!! Your awesome gwendolin!!!!
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15. November 2005 @ 17:12 |
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Wait till some of your burns fail and then say that. Cheers and thanks. As for burners its your choice, try and get one that will do dual layer DVDs...dont ask about dual layer YET. I have a Pioneer which I really like.
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4backmatt
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15. November 2005 @ 17:15 |
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Now i know i need some sort of burner. My computer was a compact disc recordable rewritable, and a DVD ROM so what do i need to burn DVDS?
Im very new to this and i want to apologize.
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andmerr
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15. November 2005 @ 20:17 |
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your cdr burner isnt enough, but you can burn vcd's with it.You will need to trade that burner in for one that will read and burn onto dvd discs
Prefer you get a dvd burner with 16x dual layer
You already have the dvd rom so thats pretty cool.Now if you want a program that utilises both the burner and the rom at the same time.Try CloneDVD version2 with slysofts AnyDVD.CloneDVD will read the source disc via the dvd rom, transfer the files to a temp folder on your hard drive and then burn the files to your destination drive (dvd burner) with the click of a couple of buttons.Slysofts AnyDVD runs in the background and allows CloneDVD to bypass both the css (encryptions)and the rce (region codes) that are inherent in most commercially made dvds
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4backmatt
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16. November 2005 @ 06:06 |
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Im not sure on whether to get a internal, or an external burner. My only concern with the internal is that i will not beable to set it up correctly. With an external all you do is plug it in with the USB cable right? Some input would be nice on brands too. Im looking to spend about 60 or 70 bucks on one.
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andmerr
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16. November 2005 @ 08:39 |
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LG,Pioneeer, samsung, all brands i have used and work very well.Its really up to you if you get a usb or internal, both work rather well.Make sure you have usb 2.o though
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4backmatt
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17. November 2005 @ 06:07 |
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how do you know was your usb is on your computer??
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4backmatt
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21. November 2005 @ 09:09 |
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Can someone hook me up with all the information that i need please!! Im really new to this and i just want to start off right. I know its all personal perefernce but i just need the hardware and software that works! I have a Gateway Computer with Pentium 3 on it and Windows XP. I recently downloaded DVD Decrypter and DVD Shrink. Please tell me what else i need to burn dvds. I know i obviously need a burner but the problem is i dont thing i would know how to hook it up if it was internal so should i get a external one? If so then how does the usb cable work. I dont know how fast mine is.
-What burner should i get? Brand, Internal, External?
-How would i set either one up?
-What other programs or software do i need to burn a DVD?
-What Rewritable DVDs should i use?
Thanks a lot of it have any anwers i appreciate it!!
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mark3349
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21. November 2005 @ 10:52 |
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how do you know was your usb is on your computer??
how old is your computer? If it is somewhat new (2-4 years) It should have USB 2.0.
Go to your control panel and click system then click the hard ware tab then device manager. At the bottom expand universal serial bus controllers. Is there anything that says USB 2.0? Or 1.1?
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mark3349
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21. November 2005 @ 10:59 |
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If your only going to spend around 60-70 your not going to have good luck. You can buy a cheap internal for that much. Good internals are around $100. Externals will cost you $150- 200.
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4backmatt
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22. November 2005 @ 09:46 |
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All it says is
-Generic USB Hub
-Intel(r) 82371AB/EB PCI to USB Univeral Host Controller
-Usb Printing Support
-USB Root Hub
Does this mean i have a 2.0 USB?
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mark3349
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22. November 2005 @ 17:03 |
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It's 1.1
Upgrade to USB 2.0 or go with internal
It's not hard to do either. Just follow the instuctions from the manuels or have somebody with knowledge do it.
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22. November 2005 @ 17:20 |
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Get an internal here for around 40 bucks US:
http://www.newegg.com/ProductSort/Category.asp?Category=10
You don't have to spend a fortune to get an excellent drive. I have the NEC and love it.
Installing the drive is not much harder than inserting a disc into the drive. Remove the cover from your PC. Locate your CD-Rom, look at the back of the drive. Notice you should have a data ribbon (skinny and flat) and a power supply. Remove both of these connections and then your drive. Place your shiney new DVD-RW drive in its place and hook it up the same as the other drive was. If you are running XP then it should automatically pick up the new drive. Get some canned air and blow out the dust and dirt out of your case while you've got it open. Replace your cover and start burning.
You said that you had a DVD-Rom and a CD-Rom, make sure you take out the CD drive and leave the DVD drive in. Use the DVD-Rom to rip and your new drive to burn.
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4backmatt
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22. November 2005 @ 18:21 |
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Thanks. Its great to know theres people out there that will give up some of their time to help out others.
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22. November 2005 @ 18:31 |
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No problem. I'm not an expert on PC's but I've installed 3 drives in my PC and a couple others for friends without err. Its really not a big deal.
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pinedari
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22. November 2005 @ 22:48 |
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big question all who can help have Double layer was burning fine till two weeks ago tryed to burn blade trinity failed now using new Nero fails and some of the others except for shrink it but still compressess the data to smaller size even through i have a DL disk in the drive any suggestions!
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23. November 2005 @ 05:51 |
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@pinedari
If I read your post correctly then you are using double layer blanks. If this is true then you don't need Nero or a similar prog to shrink the movie, because the whole thing should fit on a DL. All you should need is DVD Decrypter in ISO read mode, then select the MDS file it created as it contains the layer break info and burn in ISO write mode.
What other progs that you mentioned failed to rip this movie? Are you using AnyDVD? You can try it for free for 21 days, and its available under the software tab for download on this website.
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pinedari
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26. November 2005 @ 13:42 |
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tryed anydvd but also failed but have alcohol 120% haven't tryed that but just the other day tryed shrink it and it worked so i think im ok so far, but! now still having problems with stealth!
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Ammy7777
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1. December 2005 @ 06:40 |
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I want to get a DVD burner to burn Dvd movies. Can you tell me if this DVD burner is any good and if it will do the job:
Mad Dog 16x Dual Layer DVDRW Drive
8.5GB External
DVD±R 16x
Double-Layer DVD+R 8x
DVD±RW 8x
It's at Costco. Here is the specs on it:
Great looking, fast and flexible with no installation! ? The MegaSTOR? 7-in-1 16X DVD±RW ? BURN up to 8.5 GB of data on ONE piece of double layer media! MegaSTOR? is a dual format burner and is backward compatible to support single layer media or ANY CD-R, CD-RW, DVD±R or DVD±RW media. In addition, when burning on double layer media, the MegaSTOR 7-in-1 writes nearly twice as fast as the older technology 16X drives. If you are an audio enthusiast, office professional or a movie enthusiast, the MegaSTOR? 7-in-1 is YOUR versatile entertainment and most flexible optical storage solution. This great look in conjunction with our industry leading specifications enforces Mad Dog Multimedia?s commitment to uncompromising excellence.
Includes:
MegaSTOR 7-in1 16x DVD± R/± RW
Quick Setup Guide
Installation and USB Drivers CD
Nero Express Burning Software CD
USB 2.0 Connector Cable
Power Cord
Features:
16x DVD+R Writer: Convert old VCR tapes to DVD. Create digital photo albums. Supports formats including: DVD-Video, DVDData, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R and DVD-RW. (Video Capture Card required to convert analog to digital signal.)
8x DVD+RW 6x DVD-RW Rewriter Write to the same RW mdedia at faster speeds than ever before!
48x CD-R Writer: Record CDs, compile different tracks such as MP3s, WAVs, WMAs
32x CD-RW Rewriter: Rewrite to your same CD-RW media
16x DVD-ROM: Watch your favorite home movies that you create or your favorite movies
Supports DVD-R discs, video discs and Photo CDs
48x CD-ROM: Load or install large applications.
Supports popular CD formats including: CD-text, Audio CDs/ DVDROM/Audio CDs, Data CDs/ CD-R and CDRW media
General:
Write:
DVD: DVD+R 16x maximum, DVD-R 16x maxium
DVD+R Double-layer 8x maximum
CD: Write 48x maximum
Re-write:
DVD: DVD+RW 8x maximum
DVD-RW 6x maximum
CD: 32x maximum
Read:
DVD: 16x maximum
CD: 48x maximum
Buffer: 2MB
Access Time: DVD 140ms, CD 120ms
MTBF (life): 100,000 hours
System Requirements: Pentium III 800MHz or faster CPU, 128MB or higher RAM are required (256MB recommended), 1-10 GB HDD available storage
System Support: Windows 98SE / ME / 2000 / XP
Dimensions: 7"W x 2"H x 9.75
Weight: 3.2lbs
Thank you, Ammy
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1. December 2005 @ 06:47 |
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1. December 2005 @ 08:17 |
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If you're in the market for a new dvdrw drive I highly recommend you buy one that is already bitset/booktype ready as well as being dual layor capable. A lot of set top dvd players will not play a dvd+r DL dvd that is not booktyped dvd-rom. Some pioneers and NEC's can be made capable of bitsetting with a hacked firmware flash but they are not booktype ready like benq's, lite-on's, and sony's.
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If your only going to spend around 60-70 your not going to have good luck. You can buy a cheap internal for that much.
Not true. Benq is one of the best and most popular drives and can be had for around $42. http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.asp?Manufactory=1583&Pr...
Here's an external benq with lightscribe for $90 http://www.meritline.com/light-scribe-external-usb-combo-drive-be...
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4backmatt
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2. December 2005 @ 05:53 |
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How do i burn dowloaded movies off of limewire onto a dvd through dcrytper or shrink? do i need other software?
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2. December 2005 @ 06:47 |
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Are they in AVI format? Just look through the software tab, there are all kinds of conversion tools in there.
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