How do I format a disc (DVD or CD)? I have Windows XP
You only format a CD/RW or a DVD/RW, which are re-writeable.
Regular discs do not need to be formatted (CD-R or DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+R DL, etc.).
To format the DVD/RW idisc, use the "burner" software ( Sonic?, Nero?) and choose [Tools] [Erase Disc] (erase is the same as format)
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I am trying to copy a video (not on my computer) to a DVD-RW but the message 'disc not formatted' shows on screen. How do I format a disc, please?
Only r/w cd or R/w dvd is rewritable then u can format otherwise cant u format
SOURCE: Windows XP with SONY RW-AW-G170A DVD
THIS PROBLEM SEEMS TO NOT UR DRIVE BUT
1. WITH UR SOFTWARE OR
2. THE DISK U R USING
MAX TIMES THE DISK CAN NOT FORMAT SO 1st TRY TO CHANGE THE DISK
I THINK THIS WORKS
PLEASE VOTE FOR ME
SOURCE: Windows XP with SONY RW-AW-G170A DVD
it very well could be the disc themselves, some computers like i certain kind better, my husbands only likes sony dics, wont burn on anything else, try that it might solve the problem...shia
SOURCE: Windows XP MYST 10th Anniversary DVD Edition
You will normally need the right software/program to view some formats, and I would recommend VLC media player as it does most and you can download it here for free:
http://www.vlcmediaplayer.info/london3/
Please leave fair comment if I have helped you.
Thanks
Before you can copy files to a CD or DVD, the disc must first be prepared using a process called formatting.
There are several ways to format a CD or DVD disc. Your choice of
format determines which computers and other devices will be able to read
the disc.
Insert a disc into your computer's CD or DVD drive.
In the dialog box that appears, click Burn files to disc.
In the Burn a disc dialog box, type a name for your new disc.
Click Show formatting options, and then click one of the following formatting options:
Live File System
Mastered
Click Next to prepare the disc.
Now you can copy files to your disc using whichever method you selected.
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