DVD RW R9 - DVD ReWriter
 

My DVD ReWriter says DVD RW R9 on it. Does this mean it will be compatiable with DVD9 discs?

Thank You

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I don't suppose you know the model number?

Does it say 'Dual Layer' anywhere on it?

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Im not sure of the model number, I can find out in about 1 hour. It is compatible with DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+R and DVD+RW.

It is a Packard Bell PC.

That Help?

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Well I'm assuming the 'r9' bit DOES mean that it's dual layer - but I think we need the model number to be sure.

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Packard Bell's use the NEC DVD reWriters that are usually DVD-R9 Compatible (Dual Layer). If i had my camera i'd show you exactly what he's on about.

Next to the fold down drive bay (slighty above it) next to the spring loaded "doors" to the drives it has white writing saying "DVD RW R9"
I have one myself ;)

And it's most likely the NEC ND-3500AG model, as PB keep using this fantastic little burner.

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Post the serial number off the back of your base unit, and I'll check it for you.

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Hl-dt-st Dvdrrw Gwa-4161b

http://www.computing.net/windowsxp/w...um/144341.html

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Nah... I mean off the back of the PC's tower itself. I can check the part list y'see.

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Looks like a LG drive though.

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DVD drive manufacturer's site here:

http://www.hlds.co.jp/e_index.jsp

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The DVD ReWriter TRAY has the "RW" logo with DVD+R DL on it

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Which is the reason why if you post the S/N, I should be able to get some proper info for you. :)

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Right Click My Computer, select Properties. Then goto the Hardware tab. Select "Device Manager"

and in the tree, select "DVD/CD-ROM Drives"... Under there your drive should be listed.

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Thanks for everyones help, I have found out it is compatible with DVD9.

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Seeing as it says + DL means its not compatable with the newer -DL dvd format that the newest drives are capable of burning so beware you dont get lumbered with these type :) incidently +DL dvds prices are dropping there as low as £1.35 each if you buy 10 now http://svp.co.uk/products-list.php?bid=0&cid=77

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What are high quality ones? A good brand to buy? Are all DVD9 discs "write once only"?

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I would favour any with a Ritek dye. Had problems with cmc mag dyes on Pioneers burners pre 110D models

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Are all DVD9 discs, write once only, or do they also come as write over and over? Thanks

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There are re-writable ones too.
http://www.physorg.com/news3608.html
Dunno where you can get them tho.

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It may be difficult to get DVD+RW DL disks at the moment, as Phillips only recently defined the standard, so it's doubtful many drives will support it.

However, they are coming.

http://www.heise.de/english/newsticker/news/71489

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The trouble is when they ARE widely available I bet one of these discs will cost the same as 10 ordinary rw ones.

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Can i just tag along as a sidenote (ignore this if you don't understand it please, it'll confuse you)
A few drives that don't support some standard are actually capable of burning it, with modded firmware, or an update. However i found that updating my NEC3500AG burner meant i coud rip DVD's at a much faster rate, and remove the regioning on the discs. Along with a few other things. (Nice to know if you know what you're on about)
Sorry my English sucked bigstyle in this post btw.