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I got a new Powerbook recently with the 8X Superdrive. I want to use it to back up some files to DVD. I'm just a little bit confused about some of the options that I have. Does it matter whether I burn to DVD-R or DVD+R? I know from reading another thread that the new Superdrives in the Powerbooks are somewhat picky about what discs they'll burn to at what speeds. Should I just go with the Apple-branded DVDs, or is there some other brand that is especially good?
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any brand DVD should work fine, just remember to use DVD-R, the other ones wont work! i usually use whatever is on sale in bulk at frys they all burn at the same speed to me as far as i know
good luck with your backing up process! dvds freakin rule
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You have the current Powerbook?
That means you can just about any disk you want!! I use DVD+R, DVD+RW, and DVD-R. There are no worries with the Powerbooks now. They take everything, except dual layer!! Enjoy your DVD burning!
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12" Powerbook G4 1.5 GHZ, 1.25GB RAM, 80g, Superdrive
17" iMac Core Duo 1.83 GHZ, 1.5GB RAM
20" Cinema Display
60g iPod w/Video
iPod Shuffle (512 MB)
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Originally Posted by powerbook911
You have the current Powerbook?
That means you can just about any disk you want!! I use DVD+R, DVD+RW, and DVD-R. There are no worries with the Powerbooks now. They take everything, except dual layer!! Enjoy your DVD burning!
So there's no real difference in functionality between DVD-R and DVD+R? Is one more suited to a particular purpose than another?
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No. They're basically the same. DVD-R is, in general, is more compatible with more equipment. I only use DVD-R.
Steve
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