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Old 10-25-2004, 09:44 AM   #1
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dvd dilemma

Generally, why won't a computer recognize, read, etc. a dvd created from a video tape to dvd copy? Also any solution would be helpful.
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Old 10-25-2004, 10:28 AM   #2
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Reason 1: No DVD-ROM drive or DVD-burner installed.
Solution: Get at least a DVD-ROM drive and install it.

Reason 2: DVD is in the CD drive instead of the DVD drive.
Solution: Put the DVD into the DVD drive.

Reason 3: DVD disc is of low quality.
Solution: Get a quality DVD disc.

Reason 4: DVD drive doesn't like +, or - (whatever the DVD disc is)
Sollution: Look for a firmware upgrade to add the capability of reading - or +, get a new DVD-ROM drive, or use the DVD-ROM Booktype on a DVD+R.

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Old 10-27-2004, 11:30 AM   #3
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Do you know of a DVD-ROM drive for the PC that is inexpensive and will read a DVD-R or DVD-RW created from a video to dvd transfer on a Sanyo? I need a starting point in the sea of information.
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Old 10-27-2004, 11:52 AM   #4
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Every DVD-ROM does. I'd get the Plextor 116A2. It does not belong to the cheapest, but it is still cheap and is a really great drive.

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