We use DVD+RW for backup. Can I use this disc for that as well? I need a disc with more space.
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I do not see why not. This is just a larger capacity storage digital video data disc. The only way I could see it not working is if the drives and readers are old, and not able to read dual layer high capacity disc. I have a DVD player from 2001 which does not recognize DVDR but everything else I own plays them fine.
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This is not a RW (Rewritable) disk but, yes you could use this to make backups of almost anything.
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I have an ~360 CD/DVD Disk Book that I use to keep by "backup files" in. Started with 74/80 min CD-Rs. Then, converted all of them to single layer DVDs (mostly Memorex from Walt-Mart); Now, I'm down to 40 empty slots and thinking about switching to Dual Layer DVDs. So, the short answer is *YES*, you can use 'em for backups.
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Wish I could help, but I only have DVD RW disks. This machine works beautifully on those.
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I have not tried it yet but I will be soon the drive should work just fine as a drive. The old CD-R/W DVD's Software that came with it may not .
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I would say yes. i got a pack of 2 dvd-r disks at the 99cts. store to experiment. it worked. Try it, that's how you find stuff out.dvd-rw - yes
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Thanks Vito, I have one more question mayby you can answer...The specs on this one say..."Store your music, videos, photos and documents with plenty of space to spare SuperMulti 8X DVD+ with Double Layer Support Play and create CDs and DVDs with this DVD/CD burner drive"...I would like to know if this computer is capable of RE- writing DVDs, or can it only burn them once??? or is this function merely dependant on the type of disk used for any computer??? I am so tecno-challenged!!! Can you tell???Thanksjz
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Sorry. I just used this device tu burn data disks (25GB data) for backups. Is a good unit. In my knowledge, when you burn a disk for yourself, is region free.
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No this disc if to save what you had on the computer only if you are trying to move what you have to another computer. You need your or an original disk for your computer. kevin.saunders99@live.com for questions.
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I use mine as a movie and music drive and works great. Another drive was used for my TimeMachine backup and works great.
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I have the same experience as you. the manual clearly states that it will not play DVD+R or DVD+RW, but I have had no problem playing either.
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Yes, you should be able, as the drive, I believe, is downward compatible with DVD. Of course, you won't be able to copy anything copy-protected.
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I would say yes. i got a pack of 2 dvd-r disks at the 99cts. store to experiment. it worked. Try it, that's how you find stuff out. dvd-rw - yes
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There are 4 drive bays. I haven't done so, but I understand you can rig the DVD slot for an additional drive. I have already added USB external without a problem. As far as the larger that 2TB drives - sorry, I haven't tried that. I'm running two small drives to handle the OS in a RAID configuration and 2-2TB drives in a RAID for everything else. Just haven't had a reason to upgrade beyond 2TB yet.
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are you sure? my model is old and i can't edit and finalize afterwards and use in another dvd player. The finalize process is the real important thing to play in other players, but just with RAM discs because it won't let me edit using DVD-RW discs.
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yes, you can use it for backing up your files. check on the c-disk how much storage you are using so you know how much storage you need for all your backups. I have all my software on separate discs, so all I need backed up is my 'paperwork'. Sometimes you can just add another plug-in to download your remaining files and sometimes not. Depends on your computer... If you have movies/music/pics on your hard disc, I would copy them separately; then you should have enough space on your drive. Generally, (without movies/music/pics) a 16 GB should be big enough. Check your usage. I would download all the music, movies, pics etc. onto that Cruzer and than if needed the rest on a smaller disc/usb drive. yes, you can use it for backing up your files. check on the c-disk how much storage you are using so you know how much storage you need for all your backups. I have all my software on separate discs, so all I need backed up is my 'paperwork'. Sometimes you can just add another plug-in to download your remaining files and sometimes not. Depends on your computer... If you have movies/music/pics on your hard disc, I would copy them separately; then you should have enough space on your drive. Generally, (without movies/music/pics) a 16 GB should be big enough. Check your usage. I would download... » Read More yes, you can use it for backing up your files. check on the c-disk how much storage you are using so you know how much storage you need for all your backups. I have all my software on separate discs, so all I need backed up is my 'paperwork'. Sometimes you can just add another plug-in to download your remaining files and sometimes not. Depends on your computer... If you have movies/music/pics on your hard disc, I would copy them separately; then you should have enough space on your drive. Generally, (without movies/music/pics) a 16 GB should be big enough. Check your usage. I would download all the music, movies, pics etc. onto that Cruzer and than if needed the rest on a smaller disc/usb drive. « Show Less
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I'm with Eric. Two standard discs are cheaper than one DL disc, and more reliable. The only reason to use a DL disc is if you have a single chunk of data bigger than 4.7GB that has to go on one disc. In any event, please don't buy this brand -- they're unreliable, in my painful experience.
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HI! No This burns them all! I have used Dvd +R and Dvd- with no problems!its great!!!! It will not burn copy right dvd's but everything else it will. Hope this helped you!
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Yes, however it will be a tight fit. Do yourself a favor and don't buy the DVD Disc drive, I have yet to use mine.