HP 716n (US), 746c (US/CAN) Creating a DVD by Using the DVD+RW/+R Drive, Using the Combo Drive

Creating a DVD by Using the DVD+RW/+R Drive

The DVD+RW/+R drive is available on select models only.

The DVD+RW/+R drive plays movie DVDs

and music CDs, reads data CDs and DVDs, and records (burns) files to DVD+RW, DVD+R, CD-R, and CD-RW discs.

Note: There are two types of DVD discs: DVD+RW/R and DVD-R/RW. DVD-R and DVD-RW discs do not work in the DVD+RW/+R drive.

For steps to play a movie, see “Playing DVD Movies” on page 74.

The guide for this drive is printed and included in the PC box (select models).

Using the Combo Drive

The combination drive is available on select models only. It combines the functions of two drives into one: either a DVD+RW/+R drive and a CD-RW drive, or a DVD-ROM drive and a CD-RW drive.

When you insert a disc in the combo drive, the PC automatically detects the type of disc:

If you insert a software program CD, it is available for use.

If you insert a music CD, a window opens for the program that plays CDs. See “Playing Music CDs” on page 68.

If you insert a DVD movie, the Video window and WinDVD control panel open. See “Playing DVD Movies” on page 74.

If you insert a blank CD-R or CD-RW, use RecordNow to copy audio or data files. See “Creating a CD by Using the CD-RW Drive” on page 71.

Quick Start Guide 79

Common Tasks