[Killer]

So heres the deal. My drive shows up as Slimtype DVD A DS8A1P in a HP Pavilion dv6629wm part of the dv6000 series. HP support has no solution for me. There are no firmware updates, and firmware that i have found pretty much kills the drive. I have tried several types of media including verbatim. The drive will burn cds dvd+r and reads everything just fine. I also have a Pavilion dv6626us it to has a DVD+DL burner which works. When i take that drive that works and put it in this laptop it still works. This one that doesnt burn DL when swaped will still not burn DL disks. I have cleaned the laser lens properly. I have never been able to burn a DL disk and the computer is about 6 months old. here is a log from imgburn.

I 23:55:07 ImgBurn Version 2.4.2.0 started!
I 23:55:07 Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate Edition (6.0, Build 6000)
I 23:55:07 Total Physical Memory: 981,312 KB - Available: 440,380 KB
I 23:55:07 Initialising SPTI...
I 23:55:07 Searching for SCSI / ATAPI devices...
I 23:55:07 Found 1 DVD±RW/RAM!
I 23:55:08 Operation Started!
I 23:55:08 Source File: C:\Users\Killer\Desktop\Ninja Gaiden 2.dvd
I 23:55:08 Source File Sectors: 3,825,924 (MODE1/2048)
I 23:55:08 Source File Size: 7,835,492,352 bytes
I 23:55:08 Source File Volume Identifier: XGD2DVD_NTSC
I 23:55:08 Source File Volume Set Identifier: 34672923
I 23:55:08 Source File Implementation Identifier: Sonic Scenarist 3.1
I 23:55:08 Source File File System(s): ISO9660, UDF (1.02)
I 23:55:08 Destination Device: [0:0:0] Slimtype DVD A DS8A1P CA11 (E:) (ATA)
I 23:55:08 Destination Media Type: DVD+R DL (Disc ID: RITEK-S04-66) (Speeds: 2.4x)
I 23:55:08 Destination Media Sectors: 4,173,824
I 23:55:08 Write Mode: DVD
I 23:55:08 Write Type: DAO
I 23:55:08 Write Speed: 2.4x
I 23:55:08 Link Size: Auto
I 23:55:08 Test Mode: No
I 23:55:08 OPC: No
I 23:55:08 BURN-Proof: Enabled
I 23:55:08 Optimal L0 Data Zone Capacity: 1,913,760
I 23:55:08 Optimal L0 Data Zone Method: Copied From Original Disc
E 23:55:36 Failed to set L0 Data Zone Capacity!
E 23:55:36 Reason: Write Protected
E 23:55:36 Operation Failed! - Duration: 00:00:28
I 23:55:36 Average Write Rate: N/A - Maximum Write Rate: N/A


From that log was a game backup that would fill the disk. but if i tried to put even a text document or some pictures or anything i still get the same error....

This log is when i try and burn about 500mb to the disk....

I 00:23:45 ImgBurn Version 2.4.2.0 started!
I 00:23:45 Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate Edition (6.0, Build 6000)
I 00:23:45 Total Physical Memory: 981,312 KB - Available: 473,840 KB
I 00:23:45 Initialising SPTI...
I 00:23:45 Searching for SCSI / ATAPI devices...
I 00:23:45 Found 1 DVD±RW/RAM!
I 00:23:59 Operation Started!
I 00:23:59 Building Image Tree...
I 00:24:02 Checking Directory Depth...
I 00:24:02 Calculating Totals...
I 00:24:02 Preparing Image...
I 00:24:03 Checking Path Length...
I 00:24:03 Contents: 1,546 Files, 205 Folders
I 00:24:04 Size: 548,981,486 bytes
I 00:24:04 Sectors: 268,713
I 00:24:04 Image Size: 555,352,064 bytes
I 00:24:04 Image Sectors: 271,168
I 00:24:06 Operation Successfully Completed! - Duration: 00:00:06
I 00:24:08 Operation Started!
I 00:24:08 Source File: -==/\/[BUILD IMAGE]\/\==-
I 00:24:08 Source File Sectors: 271,168 (MODE1/2048)
I 00:24:08 Source File Size: 555,352,064 bytes
I 00:24:08 Source File Volume Identifier: Vista Drivers
I 00:24:08 Source File Application Identifier: IMGBURN V2.4.2.0 - THE ULTIMATE IMAGE BURNER!
I 00:24:08 Source File Implementation Identifier: ImgBurn
I 00:24:08 Source File File System(s): ISO9660, UDF (1.02)
I 00:24:08 Destination Device: [0:0:0] Slimtype DVD A DS8A1P CA11 (E:) (ATA)
I 00:24:08 Destination Media Type: DVD+R DL (Disc ID: RITEK-S04-66) (Speeds: 2.4x)
I 00:24:08 Destination Media Sectors: 4,173,824
I 00:24:08 Write Mode: DVD
I 00:24:08 Write Type: DAO
I 00:24:08 Write Speed: 2.4x
I 00:24:08 Link Size: Auto
I 00:24:08 Test Mode: No
I 00:24:08 OPC: No
I 00:24:08 BURN-Proof: Enabled
W 00:24:13 User accepted that image L0 is smaller than the media specified 'Read Compatibility LBA'.
I 00:24:13 Optimal L0 Data Zone Capacity: 135,584
I 00:24:13 Optimal L0 Data Zone Method: ECC Block Boundary
E 00:24:18 Failed to set L0 Data Zone Capacity!
E 00:24:19 Reason: Write Protected
E 00:24:19 Operation Failed! - Duration: 00:00:10
I 00:24:19 Average Write Rate: N/A - Maximum Write Rate: N/A





and for the disovery if needed....




Slimtype DVD A DS8A1P CA11 (ATA)
Current Profile: DVD+R DL

Disc Information:
Status: Empty
Erasable: No
Free Sectors: 4,173,824
Free Space: 8,547,991,552 bytes
Free Time: 927:32:74 (MM:SS:FF)
Supported Write Speeds: 2.4x

DVD±R DL Boundary Information:
L0 Data Zone Capacity: 2,086,912
Changeable: Yes

Physical Format Information (ADIP):
Disc ID: RITEK-S04-66
Book Type: DVD+R DL
Part Version: 1
Disc Size: 120mm
Maximum Read Rate: Not Specified
Number of Layers: 2
Track Path: Opposite Track Path (OTP)
Linear Density: 0.293 um/bit
Track Density: 0.74 um/track
First Physical Sector of Data Area: 196,608
Last Physical Sector of Data Area: 16,580,607
Last Physical Sector in Layer 0: 2,283,519

Physical Format Information (Last Recorded):
Disc ID: RITEK-S04-66
Book Type: DVD+R DL
Part Version: 1
Disc Size: 120mm
Maximum Read Rate: Not Specified
Number of Layers: 2
Track Path: Opposite Track Path (OTP)
Linear Density: 0.293 um/bit
Track Density: 0.74 um/track
First Physical Sector of Data Area: 196,608
Last Physical Sector of Data Area: 16,580,607
Last Physical Sector in Layer 0: 2,283,519




Now this isnt the only application that does this; Nero, deepburn, roxio... the list goes on and on. any help, suggestions, or even if someone has some firmware i will take it. I have spent hours on google looking for something, anything to help me. I have not even come close to fixing this. LiteOn has no support either. Iv tried reinstalling Vista, i had my system downgraded to XP and the same thing.

Attached are the errors i get. the first one when i click try again it just pops up again over and over. when i hit continue the second error pops up. I am totaly out of ideas so im up for anything. Buying a new one is a last resort but i'll do what i gotta do if its busted.

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[mmalves]

Can you provide the log from when you've tried with Verbatim media?

[Killer]

I will have to go buy more looks like i used em all up with my other drive. I'll try to get some today but usually i have to order them online as the local stores are limited due to my location.

[LOCOENG]

No need to burn another disc to get the log as the logs are already on your PC...go to Tools -> Imgburn logs. The Verbatim burn will list your media as MKM001 or MKM003 depending on which Verbatims you were using.

[FredD]

I have the same problem with my HP Pavilion dv6663cl. Was a solution ever found?

[mmalves]

FredD, on Dec 17 2008, 05:36 PM, said:

I have the same problem with my HP Pavilion dv6663cl. Was a solution ever found?

Have you tried with Verbatim DVD+R DL 2.4x (MKM-001-00 dye) Made in Singapore blanks? A log from one of such burns also would help.