Using the Bundled Software
Use the bundled software to create or play back CDs and DVDs on your computer with the DVDirect.
Launching “Nero StartSmart”
Using “Nero StartSmart,” your central starting point for all your audio, video, data, backup, and recording tasks, you can choose a task from several categories, launch Nero applications, use tools, and view manuals. (Refer to the manuals or the online help for each application for details on their operation.)
To launch “Nero StartSmart,” 
icon, or start [Nero StartSmart] from the program menu.
Task icons
Applications
Tools
Manuals
Move the cursor onto each icon or application to display a summary in a pop- up window. Click any of the icons or applications that you intend to use.
Notes on Using Other Software With the DVDirect
•Using software other than the bundled software (such as commercially available software, shareware, or freeware) to write data to disc with the DVDirect is not under warranty, and Sony provides no customer service for such use.
•Make sure that the bundled writing software and other writing software do
not coexist on your computer. In particular, if another packet writing software* exists in your computer, the software and/or computer may operate erratically.
*Such as
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