DVD-RW 16X HP DVD Writer 740b Drive Firmware Update HP Pavilion a1206n Desktop PC - HP Customer Care (United States

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Released:

2006-08-23

Version:

HI24

Compatibility:

Microsoft Windows XP

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.

Description:

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

Enhancements:

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

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