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Optical Drive Quick Reference
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Software quick reference
To open the DVD Writer/CD Writer software programs, click Start on the taskbar, choose All Programs, select the program folder, and then click the program to open the software. Refer to the following table to determine the best programs for the tasks you want to do.
Your PC comes with the following software programs. Use this table to find out what you can do within each program. Some programs listed below may not be included with your PC model.
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You may have a software update CD included with your PC. You may need to install this CD before using the DVD Writer/ CD Writer drive.
To do this, follow the installation instructions that came with the CD.
Creating (Burning) CDs 133