What is a double layer CD drive?

What is a double layer CD drive?

The double layer or Dual Layer disc, also called DVD-R9, is a derivative of the DVD-R format standard. DVD-R DL discs hold 8.5 GB by utilizing two recordable dye layers, each capable of storing a little less than the 4.7 gigabyte (GB) of a single layer disc, almost doubling the total disc capacity.

What is DVD RW CD RW Double Layer?

DVD+R DL (DL stands for Double Layer) also called DVD+R9, is a derivative of the DVD+R format created by the DVD+RW Alliance. DVD+R DL discs employ two recordable dye layers, each capable of storing nearly the 4.7 GB capacity of a single-layer disc, almost doubling the total disc capacity to 8.5 GB.

How do I use dual layer DVD?

Follow the below steps to learn how to burn dual layer data DVD with Nero in detail:

  1. Insert the dual-layer DVD into your drive.
  2. Open Nero StartSmart/Nero Express.
  3. Switch to dual-layer.
  4. Check your available space.
  5. Name your disc.
  6. Click Burn to begin burning the disc.

Can I burn a dual layer DVD?

In order to burn a dual-layer project, you must be using a dual-layer DVD, and your drive must support burning dual-layers. If you try to burn a dual-layer project to a single-layer disc, you will encounter errors.

Can any DVD player play dual layer discs?

Yes. Dual layer media plays just fine in standard DVD players.

Can a regular DVD burner burn dual layer DVD?

All 3 DVD burner tools are able to burn dual layer DVD content, but Nero only creates dual layer data DVD disc while the other 2 burn dual layer video DVDs.

Can my laptop burn dual layer DVDs?

Use a dual layer DVD burner to burn a dual layer DVD. You can do this in the following ways. Purchase a computer that has a dual layer DVD burner preinstalled. Get an internal DVD burner installed on your computer. Connect an external DVD burner to your computer via USB (Universal Serial Bus).

How do I fix my DVD-RW drive not working?

Boot to the Windows 10 desktop, then launch Device Manager by pressing Windows key + X and clicking Device Manager. Expand DVD/CD-ROM drives, right-click the optical drive listed, then click Uninstall. Exit Device Manager then restart your computer. Windows 10 will detect the drive then reinstall it.