Problems backing up!

[Galloform]

Yes, you will get a few coasters when starting out.

IMHO, Clone-CD is best software for backing up but like anything else, some practise will be required to obtain best results.

Get yourself a copy of ClonyXXL to run in tandem with Clone-CD (see post in this forum from SoNy). ClonyXXL will identify copy protection on the disk and transfer settings to Clone-CD for the burn.

Note: I have had best success in the past burning at lowest rate possible, even 1X. The additional wait is well worth it.

Another note: I've also had some success backing up with Nero Express (which is traditionally best for audio CDs). Nero doesn't identify type of copy protection, but again, just by burning at lowest rate possible, I've had good results. Latest successful backup using Nero express was Elite Force II.

Re. your burner, this is a really nice unit. I've got 2 Asus units on different PCs, the CRW4816A and the CRW5224A. Both are good, but IMHO the 4816 is better.

Sorry - I don't know what the copy protection option is on Clone-CD.

Imprtant: when using Clone-CD flag "Hide CDR media" option in Clone-CD tray must be flagged.

Happy burning !