CD Creator is used to copy CDs, create new data CDs, and producenew audio
CDs that can be read by standard CD-RO drives and CD players.
DirectCD is used to make file archives and data CDs that can be alteredmany
times. It also provides the convenience of direct drive letter access. When used
with CD-RW media, DirectCDis very much like using a diskette to store files.
If DirectCD is used with CD-R media, you can write and rewrite until the CD
is full, and then the data becomes fixed. DirectCD-created media can only be
read with newer CD-ROM drives and DVD-ROM drives that support
multi-read mode. Some operating systems require a UDF Reader to be able to
read DirectCD-created discs.
Note: CD-R discs are playable on audio CD players. CD-RWdiscs are not
playable on most audio CD players.
Note: CD-R media is rated by write-speed. For 12x write mode, 12x media will
be required. Contact the manufacturerof your media to determine its
maximum required speed. The following table shows the compatibility
matrix for high and low speed media:
Drive Media Write Read
Low Speed Low Speed Yes Yes
Low Speed High Speed No Yes
High Speed HighSpeed Yes Yes
High Speed LowSpeed Yes* Yes
*Willwrite at low speed on low speed media.
Using the drive
This section will give you information on how to handle and care for CDs and
your CD-RW drive, how to load CDs into your CD-RWdrive, and how to get
started using the Easy CD Creator and DirectCD programs.
Handling and caring for a CD
CDs are high-density media that must be handled with care and kept clean to
ensure that they remain readable.These precautions will help to prolong the
life of your CDs.
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