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DVD-RW 16X HP DVD Writer 740b Drive Firmware Update

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Description

HP DVD Writer 740b drive firmware update improves compatibilitywith recording software and resolves VCD playback issues.

Release details

Released:
2006-08-23
File name:
sp26595.exe [1/1, 5.74M]
Version:
HI24
Compatibility:
Microsoft Windows XP

Fix/Enhancement

  • Improves compatibility with Nero, Roxio, and Sonic CD/DVD recording
  • software.
  • Resolves VCD playback issues.
  • Resolves System Recovery CD/DVD issues with Imation (FujiFilm) 8X DVD-R
  • and double-layer DVD+R media.
  • Resolves exact copy issues with DVD-RW and double-layer DVD-R media.
  • Adds support for additional DVD-R and DVD+RW media.
  • Improves compatibility with other optical disk drives.
  • Improves compatibility with double-layer DVD-R and double-layer DVD+R
  • media.
  • Improves disc writing strategies.

    Operating System:
  • Microsoft Windows XP Home
  • Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition
  • Microsoft Windows XP Professional

    • Use these directions to guide you through the self-install process

    Installation Instructions

    1. Click the Download Only button.
    2. At the File Download screen, click the Save button.
    3. At the Save As screen, save the file to your Desktop.
    4. If a message appears stating that the file already exists, click YES to
    overwrite file.
    5. Double-click the icon for the update downloaded to your desktop, and then
    click NEXT.
    6. Follow on-screen instructions.
    7. If prompted to restart the system upon completion of the update, click
    YES and allow system to restart.

    Details and specifications

    System requirements

  • You must be logged on as an administrator to install this update.
  • HP DVD Writer 740b drive.
  • Blank floppy diskette, recordable CD (CD-R), or USB Thumb Drive.