DVD-R data archives from an old computer are showing up as blank disks on all the new computers I've tried them with. What can I do to get my data?
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posted by gauche
on Feb 13, 2013 -
18 answers
I need software recommendations for converting my hard copy DVDs into a full res digital library accessible from the couch and portable on our iPhones. MacMini and/or Xbox360+Windows7 desktop.
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posted by phritosan
on Jun 13, 2010 -
8 answers
Is there a Mac equivalent to
CDR Media Code Identifier. This could be run in Parallels, but I'm not sure it'll be able to get what it needs out of the DVD drive. And of course, it'd be nice to not have to run Parallels.
posted by ignignokt
on Sep 15, 2009 -
4 answers
The Superdrive on my iMac started acting strange, but I didn't notice at first as I rarely use it. Blank Media means nothing to it, DVDs are foreign and it only (sorta) likes the odd tracks on Audio CDs. Add to this the fact the drive shows up weird in 'About this Mac'... what do I do?
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posted by aristan
on Nov 21, 2008 -
2 answers
Taking text notes with incorporated image thumbnails: there's gotta be an application that does exactly what I need.
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posted by doift
on Jan 16, 2008 -
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Is there a program for Mac OS X (Tiger, if it makes a difference) which I can use to play a DVD video file AND scan through, using the arrow keys, in increments of a few seconds?
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posted by rhoticity
on Nov 21, 2007 -
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What's the best software and method for completely backing up a website to DVD?
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posted by asuh
on Oct 25, 2007 -
10 answers
My Pioneer DVR-112 isn't supported in OSX 10.3.9.
I finally succumbed and joined the DVD age. After a couple of heady days watching DVDs and backing up using Toast, I tried to burn a regular old CD using iTunes and got a shock. My new drive isn't recognised or supported.
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posted by Rufus T. Firefly
on Sep 12, 2007 -
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Is there a Mac DVD player that will allow me to increase the playback speed while not causing the actors to sound like Karen Walker from "Will and Grace" or the resident munchkins from Oz?
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posted by HotPatatta
on Apr 18, 2007 -
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OS X Newbiefilter - Burning a DVD in iTunes on OS X - Will the disk be readable on a PC?
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posted by BlzOfGlry
on Feb 3, 2007 -
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Is there any software (preferably for OSX) that I can use to scan a used XBox disc for bad sectors? The format is DVD, so I suppose a normal DVD scanning program could do the job. I just want to be sure that the
whole game works before my guarantee expires and I'm unable to return it.
posted by Aanidaani
on Jan 20, 2007 -
2 answers
I have a bunch of .mkv files, a Mac (10.3.9, Toast), and a DVD player that plays divx. How can I convert those dang .mkv files to a format readable by my DVD player? Thanks.
posted by PenguinBukkake
on Oct 20, 2006 -
1 answer
I've just about had it with that total P.O.S. known as the EPSON Stylus Photo R300 printer. Not only does it suck expensive ink like a vampire (and will refuse to print in ANY color, including black, even if just one of the color cartridges becomes empty!) but using that dinky CD/DVD tray feeder to print onto is always a hit or miss proposition.
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posted by melorama
on Jul 21, 2006 -
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Burning DVDs: I want to get clips from (commercial and locked) DVDs and into a new DVD for class, with a menu system. I've seen
this explanation, but I have a Mac (OS X, I could be convinced to upgrade to 10.4 if necessary). What's the easiest and/or best way to do this?
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posted by barnone
on Jan 18, 2006 -
11 answers
I recently acquired a G3/Pismo via ebay and decided to upgrade the hard drive. Upon doing so, my dvd/cd drive no longer functions; Help me sort through my options!
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posted by AllesKlar
on Jun 8, 2005 -
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Is there a way to make a Mac OS X (Panther) install CD from a pair of eMac Software Install and Restore DVDs
or install the operating system over a network on a computer that lacks a DVD drive?
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posted by boost ventilator
on Aug 8, 2004 -
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I am looking for a way, on Mac OS X, to create libraries of digital video clips, and arrange them in various ways into movies which can be burned to DVD. I'm thinking iMovie+iDVD does everything I want, but I'm looking for something that can handle many (hundreds?) large, full resolution files. Anyone have experience with this kind of video cataloging and editing? Is iMovie enough, or do I need a high-end product? It will be used by a relative non-techie (not me).
posted by icetaco
on Jun 2, 2004 -
6 answers
Ack! I'm in bed with the flu and I want to watch my Office Space DVD, which I just unwrapped, but when I put it into my OSX iBook and try to play it, I get a weird window that looks sorta OS9-ey with the message: "System Check: press enter to scan for dvd virus." It's really creeping me out. As I'm sapped of all strength, I really don't want to go into the other room and try it on the console. Anyone have any idea wtf this is? The "enter" button it gives me is PINK fer gad's sake.
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posted by scarabic
on Apr 12, 2004 -
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