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Frequently Asked Questions
02. Do I need to install a device driver? Are there any drivers to download?
The Sony Optiarc CD / DVD writers are ATAPI-devices. There is no need for special drivers when using operating systems like Linux, MacOS or Windows 9x/ME/NT/2000/XP and Vista, because the drivers are already embedded there.
If the DVD writing software does not recognize the drive as a CD / DVD writer or demands a driver, all you need to do is to update this software, please contact the manufacturer of your writing software for updates.
There are several different versions of Sony Optiarc DVD writers available for sale. There are bulk versions (cheaper, with no extras), retail versions and bundled versions (with manual and CD, more expensive) with CD / DVD writing software and all accessories.
It is up to the customer to decide which version to buy. The writing software only comes with the more expensive versions. If you did not purchase a bundled version, you have to buy the writing software from a computer dealer in addition. The following versions of writing software are supported by our DVD writers in the ND-series:
DVD-RAM works at least with Nero InCD version 4.3.20.1. Under Windows XP, DVD-RAM media can also be written without any driver and writing software. In this case, please follow instructions on Microsoft knowledge database www.microsoft.com [article 283588 and 826510]
Also required is playback software to view DVD audio and movies. This does not come with the bulk versions of our drives. You can buy playback software at your local dealer in addition. The Sony Optiarc devices were tested successfully with following ones:
- Power DVD (http://www.gocyberlink.com)
- Win DVD ( http://www.intervideo.com) - Cineplayer (http://www.cineplayer.com)
- Nero ShowTime (http://www.nero.com)
[For Support & Service and also updates their manufacturer is responsible]
Please note: In most cases it is not enough to use only windows media player or some kind of freeware player because they do not include the necessary media CODECs.
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