What Write Speed do I use to burn W7?

[ztmike]

I found this write up that I'm going by: How-to: Burn your Windows 7 .ISO to DVD disc | Hardware 2.0 | ZDNet.com

But on theirs its listed as [Auto] but mine doesn't have Auto..what burn speed should I be using to burn an ISO of Windows 7 to a blank DVD?

 

[zigzag3143]

I found this write up that I'm going by: How-to: Burn your Windows 7 .ISO to DVD disc | Hardware 2.0 | ZDNet.com

But on theirs its listed as [Auto] but mine doesn't have Auto..what burn speed should I be using to burn an ISO of Windows 7 to a blank DVD?

The slower the better or so the wisdom goes. Most ppl say 4x is safe.

Dont forget just burn the ISO file (one file) not a bunch of files/folders

Good Luck


Ken

 

[pparks1]

Personally, I've never said anything other than Max Speed and I've never had a problem with a botched install due to bad media. I'm usually writing at 12x or 16x.

 

[ztmike]

The slower the better or so the wisdom goes. Most ppl say 4x is safe.

Dont forget just burn the ISO file (one file) not a bunch of files/folders

Good Luck


Ken

So 4x then? I only have 2 blank dvds..

As far as burning only the ISO..I'm going by that link and ImgBurn which looks to me like its just the ISO..?

 

[zigzag3143]

pparks

IM with you, but a little caution doesn't hurt. Me I have not made a coaster that I didn't cause myself and knew about. But if somebody is about to go posteal and wasting 5 minutes will solve that im for it. Thats why I said conventional wisdom

Ken

 

[zigzag3143]

So 4x then? I only have 2 blank dvds..

As far as burning only the ISO..I'm going by that link and ImgBurn which looks to me like its just the ISO..?

Thw 32 bit iso is about 2.5 gigs, the 64 is 3.08.

Ken

 

[ztmike]

Thw 32 bit iso is about 2.5 gigs, the 64 is 3.08.

Ken

I know..I meant to say..if it doesn't work because of picking 4x burn speed..I would only have 1 dvd left..

 

[ztmike]

Just saw this: http://www.sevenforums.com/general-discussion/6497-what-burn-speed-use.html

I have a relativity new computer that I will be burning this on..but the last post has me thinking of burning it at 1x just to be sure? Will burning it at 1x be bad if I have newer hardware?

 

[zigzag3143]

I know..I meant to say..if it doesn't work because of picking 4x burn speed..I would only have 1 dvd left..

i know the feeling, but I have never heard of 4x ruining a dvd. Just the ISO file and dependant on the app you are using to burn it (they are different) you may have to mark it "bootible"


Ken

 

[ztmike]

Just the ISO file and dependant on the app you are using to burn it (they are different) you may have to mark it "bootible"


Ken

Well I'm using ImgBurn..but I thought if it ISO if its made to be bootable, I shouldn't have to worry about marking it bootable in the program right? I don't see anywhere in ImgBurn that would even let me mark it bootable.

 

[zigzag3143]

dont know IMGburn so its up to you. the dvd isnt that expensive if you do make a toaster.

Ken

 

[Sassa]

I burned mine iso with imgburn on 4x speed.
It works...

 

[chuckr]

Well I'm using ImgBurn..but I thought if it ISO if its made to be bootable, I shouldn't have to worry about marking it bootable in the program right? I don't see anywhere in ImgBurn that would even let me mark it bootable.

Since it's an 'iso', you don't need nuthin to make it 'bootable' -- its all in the .iso file.

I've been using ImgBurn for several years, DEFAULT everything..

Never had a 'bad burn'....

Just click the Upper-Left selection (pic-1) and browse to the .iso (pic-2).
He does the rest.

Be sure "Verify" has green checkmark. (pic-2)

Love the music at the end - don't let it scare you.

Oh, BTW, after the write, he "recycles" the DVD tray:
pops out, then goes back in.
Don't get nervous about this, because then he does the 'read', to "Verify".

Good luck.

 

[Sassa]

Love the music at the end.

Me to...
:roflmao:

 

[Lanthus20]

I use power iso. Never had to adjust settings at all. Other then what dvd slot to burn to

 

[chuckr]

Me to...
:roflmao:

Scared the hell out of me one time - was doing something else.

Entire house was absolutely quiet...








:roflmao::roflmao::roflmao:

 

[Sassa]

Many my friends use ImgBurn but all of them turn sound off...
You are t he first I heard who turn sounds on.
+rep for that...

 

[chuckr]

Many my friends use ImgBurn but all of them turn sound off...

Maybe that's why they get "bad" burns, and we don't.... :roflmao::roflmao:
Just noticed pic-2 shows me at 'Max' speed.

You are the first I heard who turn sounds on.
+rep for that...

Thank you!

Chuck

 

[Sassa]

Maybe that's why they get "bad" burns, and we don't.... :roflmao::roflmao:
Just noticed pic-2 shows me at 'Max' speed.

Thank you!

Chuck

Actually non of them had "bad" burns...
ImgBurn is great for freware software..
And of course you're welcome.

 

[LFB]

If you use a quality media for burn your image doesn't matter the speed or the software you are using...

I've always use medias from the best manufacturers: Tayo Yuden or Mitsubishi Chemical Corp.... and I burn always on top speeds: 16x or 18x and 20x... never lost a single disc...