LaCie 301910 user manual Helpful Technical Information, DVD and CD Software, File System Formats

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LaCie Slim DVD±RW • Design by Sam Hecht

Helpful Technical Information

User Manual

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4. Helpful Technical Information

4.1. DVD and CD Software

All supported operating systems (see 1.1. Minimum System Require- ments) include basic DVD and CD reading and writing functions. However, if you require more features for your DVD and CD writing, LaCie recommends Nero, Roxio, or Cyberlink.

IMPORTANT INFO: LaCie cannot guarantee that all third-party software will work with the LaCie Slim DVD±RW.

4.2. File System Formats

When writing DVD±R/RW and CD-R/RW discs, you will have the option to assign the disc a particular file format (the way in which a computer names and organizes files for storage and to manage data exchange).

LaCie recommends using one of three primary file system formats when using the Slim DVD±RW:

Universal Disk Format (UDF) ISO 9660

Mac OS Extended (also known as HFS+) Hybrid discs (Mac & PC)

UDF – This specification, developed by Optical Storage Technolo- gies Association, is the predominant file system that allows compat- ibility across various Bluray, DVD and CD applications, hardware platforms, and computer operating systems.

ISO 9660 – This is the standard file system which allows media to be read on a Mac, PC, or other major computer platform. Published by the International Organization of Standardization, this standard defines a file system for DVD-ROM and CDs. It supports Micro- soft Windows, Mac OS, and operating systems that follow the Unix specification, but doesn’t support custom features of Mac file sys- tems such as long file names or icon options. Microsoft created an extension to the format, called Joliet, which allows for Unicode file character names and file names up to 64 characters in length (twice as many as the ISO 9660 Level 2 and 3 specifications).

Mac OS Extended – Also known as HFS+, this is the file system used by Macintosh. This is the preferred file format If you will be using your disc only with the Mac OS.

Hybrid discs (Mac & PC) – Mac users can also choose to create hybrid discs which contain two partitions: one to be viewed by Mac users, one by Windows users. Certain software, such as Toast Tita- nium, offers this file system for formatting your disc.

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Contents Table of Contents Changes CopyrightsTrademarks Canada Compliance StatementGeneral Use Precautions Health, Safety & General Use PrecautionsHealth & Safety Precautions LaCie Slim DVD±RW D esign by S am H echt Click a topic IntroductionQuick Links Double Layer DVD RecordingMac Users Minimum System RequirementsWindows Users Linux UsersBox Content Rear View Views of the DriveFront View Load/Eject Button Push this button to open the media trayUSB 2.0 Y Cable Cables and ConnectionsHi-Speed USB USB IconsSupported DVD and CD Formats DVD and CD Media Format DefinitionsMac Users Connecting Your LaCie Slim DVD±RWConnecting the USB 2.0 Y Cable Windows UsersInserting Discs Using Your LaCie Slim DVD±RWAccessing Discs To insert a discEjecting Discs Emergency Disc EjectionFile System Formats Helpful Technical InformationDVD and CD Software DVD±RW Writing Methods Data Transfers About DVD/CD Available CapacityUSB Questions & Answers What Are the Benefits of the USB Interfaces?Troubleshooting Manual UpdatesProblem Question Solution Mac UsersDrive is not running Are there other USB devices con Uninstall the drivers and re-install themSoftware program that you are using Sure your USB hub supports Hi-Speed USBDisc. If in doubt, try another disc Try using another piece of mediaDoes the drive support the format Recording softwareWindows Users On the nextDrive’s media tray Are you receiving buffer underrun Hard drive, and then make the recording from the data onBefore You Contact Technical Support Information Where to Find InformationContacting Customer Support Internal and external peripheralsLaCie Technical Support Contacts Phone 02 8063 Email info.au@lacie.com Warranty InformationContact us