How to Make a Dual Layer DVD+R Work
A dual-layer DVD+R is a recordable type of DVD media that can hold twice the information that a standard sized DVD can. This is because, as opposed to storing data on only one layer of the disc as a regular DVD does, a dual layer disc uses two layers of data storage. To make a dual-layer DVD+R work on your computer, you need only to insert the disc into the appropriate drive.
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Make sure your DVD burner has the ability to write data to dual-layer DVD discs. Though all DVD drives will be able to read these discs, it will take a special kind of drive to be able to burn them. Look for the "DL" logo on the front of your DVD burner to confirm yours is one of these drives.
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Insert your dual-layer DVD+R disc into your computer's DVD drive. Make sure that the side of the disc that stores data is facing down, towards the floor.
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Click "Play DVD Movie" from the "AutoPlay" wizard that appears on screen if your dual-layer DVD+R disc has a movie file on it. The movie will then open and begin to play using the default video playing program on your computer.
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Select "Burn Files to Disc" if your dual-layer DVD+R is blank and you want to write data to it. The CD/DVD-burning wizard will then appear on screen, allowing you to fill your disc with content.
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Select "Open Folder to View Files" if your dual-layer DVD+R has computer files on it that you'd like to access. The files will then be opened in a Windows Explorer browsing window.
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