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Optical disc drive, Optical disc drive -11, About the hd dvd – Toshiba Computer L300 User Manual

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User’s Manual

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L300/L300D series

Optical disc drive

A DVD Super Multi (± R DL) drive or a HD DVD-ROM drive is configured in

your computer. When the computer is accessing a CD/DVD/HD DVD, an

indicator on the drive glows.

About the HD DVD

This section describes the features, use of HD DVD and HD DVD Media.

Summary

HD DVD allows users to enjoy video, concerts and other packaged content

by taking advantage of its large amount of storage space and high-quality

audio and video. HD DVD also allows for the storage of long video when

combined with the latest video compression technologies.
The storage capacity and data transfer rate of HD DVD is superior to

standard DVD, with two types of playback-only discs in single-sided

single-layer 15 GB and single-sided dual-layer 30 GB (Gigabyte) formats.

Notes on use

Because HD DVD is a new format there is a possibility of new features

being added at a later date. As such, it is important that the purchaser

understands that software and other updates may be necessary after

purchase. Please be sure to complete user registration in order to

receive timely product updates.

This product can play existing DVD and CD formats, however, playback

may not be possible with some software. This product cannot play
Blu-ray DISC™

format software.

HD DVD is a new standard which makes use of new technologies. As

such, there is a possibility of problems occurring related to connection,

compatibility or operation with some discs and other digital devices. The

HD DVD-ROM logo signifies that this drive complies with the HD DVD

physical standard, and does not signify compliance with the HD DVD

Video standard. This device does not support advanced features of the

HD DVD Video standard as defined by the DVD Forum, including

picture-in-picture and network dowload features. Screen movement

may not be smooth, and performance may be lowered with some

HD DVD content.

Playback of high bit rate content may cause frame dropping, audio

skipping or decrease in computer performance.

Viewing of HD DVD content on an external display requires a HDCP

capable HDMI™ or DVI input on the external display.

Unfinalized DVDs created on home DVD recorders may not be

playable on the computer.

When inserting an unfinalized DVD-R DL disc into the computer,

Windows Vista™ may automatically finalize the disc and prevent

further writing.