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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
4.2. File System Formats
When writing DVD±R/RW and
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
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.