dual layer writers [Archive]

Roland2001

30-05-2004, 03:39

hi there!
anyone tested backups with dual layer writers (for instance LG GSA-4120B) yet?
Especially considering DVD9 Games like Metal Gear Solid Substance and others?
Couldnt find any information using the search function, just suppositions that it won't work.
Thanks and bye!

Warlock

30-05-2004, 06:47

I didnt think you could purchase dual layer media yet

Roland2001

30-05-2004, 07:04

oh! darn! I forgot about that :)
but they should be out next month.

TylerDurden

30-05-2004, 07:33

Also check out the prices on those discs.

Tyler!

mollar

30-05-2004, 08:25

Iv seen those dvd 9 disks for sale.

I forget where though. expensive

Roland2001

30-05-2004, 08:37

prices are supposed to be about 11 euro / dollar

seaneyb2003

30-05-2004, 08:58

70 pounds for a dual layer at svp comms very cheap

earthman

30-05-2004, 14:21

is this the dual layer burner

http://www.sonystyle.com/is-bin/INTERSHOP.enfinity/eCS/Store/en/-/USD/SY_DisplayProductInformation-Start;sid=GBzjud1wD5XjrZ3KSTfpspJ9LUbcn6TDHZo=?Cat egoryName=cpu_Sony_PCAccessories_CD%2fDVDBurn_DVDB urners&ProductSKU=DRU700A&Dept=cpu

holiday

31-05-2004, 11:57

I saw a pack of Verbatim that included one DVD+R DL at Best Buy. It was thirty dollars, but included 8 redular DVD+Rs and 1 DVD+RW along with the dual layer disk.

Has anyone figured out if any of the current single layer writers, like the NEC ND-2500A or the Pioneer A07/107 will be able to be flashed to dual layer capacity? Or if the PS2 will be able to even read burned DVD+R DLs, given how poorly some PS2s do with DL games?

-holiday

lufcfan

31-05-2004, 13:51

Maybe if a hacked firmware is released, they could do it, but the vendors sure as hell won't release an upgrade to allow dual-layer disc burning - remember, they want to sell you a new unit. IMHO, I don't think it will happen... :(

seaneyb2003

31-05-2004, 14:13

biggy said its possiable 2 hack it.

lufcfan

31-05-2004, 14:23

I'm not saying the hacking is impossible, but I do think it is VERY unlikely that Pioneer/NEC etc... will release updates. Personally, I hope it happens - that'll shoot 'em up the arse :D

seaneyb2003

31-05-2004, 14:25

hehe yea they be screwed really huh all that money they can make dong dual layer when all it takes is a firmware update. :)

lufcfan

31-05-2004, 14:28

Yup. Come on Battousai and the gang, lets cost Pioneer and Co. a fortune... :D

seaneyb2003

31-05-2004, 14:33

yesh wohooooo! cmon crack that dvd writer lol

lufcfan

31-05-2004, 14:34

:D:D:D

seaneyb2003

31-05-2004, 14:37

hehe were getting a good post rating doing these multi topic convos hehe :) personaly i dont mind going out and getting a new dvd wirter specially when they only cost 79 quid :)

lufcfan

31-05-2004, 14:39

Very true. But having said that, when you can have something for nothing, it's worth having. Just think though - you can then take that £79 and get a nice 120GB 7200RPM drive from eBuyer and pre-order HDLoader from Divineo... :)

seaneyb2003

31-05-2004, 14:43

yea ok..... but how about those dvds u have???? there on dvd-9 and the newer games there on dvd-9 so... might as well keep up with technology.:D

lufcfan

31-05-2004, 14:44

I don't have any DVD-9 games @ the mo, but I guess i'll have some before I've done, so I suppose you're right. Oh well, you could always do a few installs and get the two of them! :D

seaneyb2003

31-05-2004, 14:49

yea,

let u know a secret i neva have done a ps2 install only 1 xbox

lufcfan

31-05-2004, 14:51

Are they easy? They look it from the install piccys.

seaneyb2003

31-05-2004, 14:55

xbox isnt hard at all. Ps2 looks a bit tricky but im up for a challenge.

lufcfan

31-05-2004, 14:57

I've heard the d0 point is a bitch. PS2's can be tricky, but just take ur time and watch those vias... They're not hard after a few practice attempts though. I managed to get an old PC mobo with Perfect vias - exactly like the PS2's. Had a practice on that - it's covered in wire, rather like that controller I had now, lol! :D

seaneyb2003

31-05-2004, 15:04

yea vias are gits if u have a doubt use the one on the back of the mobo the alt do thats fine.

lufcfan

31-05-2004, 15:06

Don't you have to take the mobo out for that though? I thought I read that somewhere...

seaneyb2003

31-05-2004, 15:08

yea i prefer 2 take it out. when u do xbox mods u tend to use the pin header so u got to take it out the mobo :)

A03

05-06-2004, 01:46

Hm! I wonder Manufactorer's are bringing out -R Dual layer Burners as well..
:confused: :cool:

seaneyb2003

05-06-2004, 02:51

NEC and no doubt pioneer in the near future.

Warlock

05-06-2004, 06:32

within 6 months they will be everywhere :)

seaneyb2003

05-06-2004, 06:52

within 6 months they will be everywhere :)

yup svp.co.uk say they have some on the 5th june which is 2day! :D :D

StartingLine

05-06-2004, 23:40

right now beasides sony..
ho else is selling dual dvdwriters?

for 200 bucks.. the sony dual doesnt look as a bad deal..
if you wanna be the first in da block to have one!
:D

lufcfan

06-06-2004, 04:12

NEC have released one in the UK for £70! :D

Warlock

06-06-2004, 09:24

Hm! I wonder Manufactorer's are bringing out -R Dual layer Burners as well..
:confused: :cool:

Good question, Liteon, Toshiba and a few others are soon to release dual layer DVD+R writers but i have seen nothing about - format. This could be bad news for people with older PS2's.

StartingLine

06-06-2004, 20:26

has someone tried to burn...
some 9g games like metal gear solid
to see if teh backups work?
:o