HP a220a (ap), a210a (ap) manual Using the Combo 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.

If you insert a blank DVD, a program opens for you to use to record to the disc. See “Creating a DVD by Using the DVD+RW/+R Drive” on page 78.

Common Tasks

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