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    how come my dvd burning software only allows max burning speed of upto 8x?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by zer0, Jan 18, 2006.

  1. zer0

    zer0 Notebook Enthusiast

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    im using CDBurner XP Pro 3 and the max speed for dvd burning is 4x and i have an 8x burner. any solutions?
     
    zer0, Jan 18, 2006
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    oops excuse the title....it only allows 4x at most
     
    zer0, Jan 18, 2006
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    Depends on burner-media compatibility.
     
    dr_st, Jan 18, 2006
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    i know with some software, you have to change the preferences to allow it to burn at max capabilities. You might check the preferences and see if their is an option to change your burn speed.
     
    Amber, Jan 18, 2006
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    My bet is also on media - burner compatibility.
    Which media are you using and which burner do you have?
     
    BENDER, Jan 18, 2006
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    Taiyo Yudens are widely considered to be the best blank DVDs. You can get them at places like Rima.com.
     
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    Verbatims are the next best if you can't get TY.
     
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    You need to upgrade the firmware of your dvd-writer to recognize that media and try buying a good quality media. Using crappy(low-cost) media the dvdwriter will not write at advertised speed.
     
    flxrms, Jan 18, 2006
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    im using
    media - nexXtech (8x) 4.7 gb
    burner - Sony DVD+-RW DW-D56A
    software - CDBurner XP Pro 3

    oh and southern girl, i did tweak with the settings and 4x is the max.
     
    zer0, Jan 18, 2006
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    Some burning software (i.e. - Nero) also tests the write speed and limits the burning to what it thinks is the best speed. Look for those options in your burning software, and run the test under A/C and max power settings.
     
    lmychajluk, Jan 19, 2006
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