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Trying 2 burn a dual layer DVD

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I have a MAC G-5 running OS X, 10.5.8 with a PIONEER DVD-RW DVR-117D. I am desperately trying to burn a dual layer dvd but every time I place a DVD in the tray it will not spin it up and kicks it out. Yes, I am using a dual layer disk, a DVD+DL. Even if I put the disk in without a burning program running, it rejects the disk. Can someone tell me what's going on???
 
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You could try a different brand of dvd. Does it eject single layer dvds/cds? Your burner could have a fault.
 
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I have tried that already. I have tried 3 different brands and they all eject the Dual layer but the single layers and the cd's play fine.
 
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What does Apple System Profiler say about Disc Burning? Does DVD+R DL appear in the list of options?
 
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I'd agree with Harry - not all DVD burners can burn DL... particularly on a machine of that vintage, if it's original, I'd be surprised if it had the capability.
 
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You guys are right! The Profiler does not list it as having DVD+RDL. I guess I have to get a newer burner. Thanks
 
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Pioneer DVR-118 are pretty cheap and a snap to install. Just do a Goog;r about installing optical drive in a G4.
 

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