Write problems – HP bd340i Blu-ray Disc Writer User Manual

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Write Problems

Symptom Possible

Cause Solution

Authoring software used
does not support your BD
drive

Use the authoring software provided with the

BD drive.

If using other software, contact the software

supplier (or check the appropriate website)
to ensure that it supports your BD drive.

Disc inserted upside down

Reinsert the disc label side up.

Insufficient hard disk
capacity

Ensure that 1.2 to 2 times the capacity of the

write data is available on hard disk.
(Required capacity may vary according to
write method.)

No power

Ensure that the power cord is connected

securely (at all connections).

Cannot write to disc

SATA cable not properly
connected

Ensure that the SATA cable and connectors

are not damaged (check the pins carefully),
and both sides are connected.

Defective or damaged disc

Always use high-quality media.
Always handle discs with care and keep

them clean. Deep scratches, fingerprints, or
other contaminants on a disc’s surface can
make it unreadable.

Writing errors occur

Insufficient hard disk
capacity

Ensure that 1.2 to 2 times the capacity of the

write data is available on hard disk.
(Required capacity may vary according to
write method.)

SATA cable not properly
connected

Ensure that the SATA cable and connectors

are not damaged (check the pins carefully),
and both sides are connected.

Drive not
recognized

Authoring software used
does not support your BD
drive

Use the authoring software provided with

your BD drive.

If using other software, contact the software

supplier (or check the appropriate website)
to ensure that it supports your BD drive.

BD/DVD/CD media not
compatible with high speed

Use media rated for the highest speed your

drive can write to.

Defective or damaged disc

Always use high-quality media.
Always handle discs with care and keep

them clean. Deep scratches, fingerprints, or
other contaminants on a disc’s surface can
make it unreadable.

Cannot write at
highest speed

Authoring software used
does not support your BD
drive

Use the authoring software provided with

your BD drive.

If using other software, contact the software

supplier (or check the appropriate website)
to ensure that it supports your BD drive.

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