Do dual layer DVDs need special burner?

If you have a CD burner that can burn a dual layer CD, then you can burn a dual layer CD. However, burning CDs is a legacy technology. Hardly anyone does that any more, and particularly dual-layer CDs, since there are few industry standards for dual layer discs.

What is a super multi DVD burner?

The HP dvd840i and dvd840e Super Multi DVD writers are high-speed internal EIDE/external (USB 2.0) drives with DVD R/RW, CD-R/-RW and DVD-RAM read/write capability. The drives read and write single-layer and double-layer DVDs, as well as supporting LightScribe, including media version 1.2 for high-contrast labelling.

How do I burn 8gb DVD?

Install all drivers and software provided with the drive. Insert the blank dual-layer DVD into the DL burner. Launch the DVD burning software that accompanied the dual-layer DVD burner. This software allows you to write on the two different layers of the disc.

Will a dual layer DVD play in a regular DVD player?

Yes. Dual layer media plays just fine in standard DVD players.

What does a DVD RW do?

DVD Re-Writable (DVD RW) discs are designed to store up to 4.7GB or 120 minutes of DVD-quality video. Unlike DVD-R’s, you can add to or write over content on a DVD RW disc, making DVD Re-Writable discs ideal for backing up video and home movie collections.

What is HL DT ST DVD-RAM GUE1N?

New for HL-DT-ST DVDRAM GUE1N Laptop Internal Super Multi 8X DVD+-RW DL Burner Dual Layer 24X CD-R Writer 9mm SATA Tray-Loading Slim Optical Drive. Brand: Valley Of The Sun.

What is the best speed to burn a DVD?

4X is the best speed to burn a DVD, if you can burn it at 2X that is even better, it will take longer but it will not loose any data or skip any files, which can happen if it burns faster. Windows 10 ISO will burn to a 4.7 GB DVD unless you have enhanced it.

Can all DVD drives read all DVD formats?

There are several different DVD formats, not all of which are compatible with all DVD players and DVD drives. DVD-Video and DVD-ROM are widely-supported standards, and all players and drives should be able to read them.