Unable to write 8.5 DVD-R Dual layer dvds using Sonic

Question

All, I'm unable to write 8.5 DVD-R Dual layer dvds using Sonic. The dvd writer cannot find the blank double layer 8.5 dvd-r.   I'm using a DELL D620 with the latest firmware upgrade for the dvd writer.

davejohn · Answer

What drive is in the D620?  That's a fairly new computer so it should support writing to DL media.   Have you checked Sonic for software updates?   Slimline drives can be picky when i comes to DL media.  Stick with a good quality name brand.  I've had good luck with Verbatim DVD+R DL media with my E1505 and it's Sony drive.   Dave

bacillus · Answer

if you are using dvd-r dual layer dvds then I suspect your drive doesn't support that format. it should however be compatible with dvd+r dual layer disks.

kristofng · Answer

Thanks all for the information. I'll get some DVD+R 8.5 disks.   Thanks again. kristof

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Unable to write 8.5 DVD-R Dual layer dvds using Sonic

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