DVD data recovery?
really not sure where to put this thread, hope this is ok!
basically i've got a dvd that i burnt last year using an unreliable usb dvd burner on my old windows laptop. it worked ok for a while, but when i tried to access it recently it just comes up as a blank disc. you can see from the back of the disc that about 3/4 is burnt, but it's not accessible.
can anyone recommend any software to access the files at low level? i have seen a few programs on the net, but no luck so far. windows programs are ok as well, i have virtual pc or at least my roommates windows pc to use.
alternatively a data recovery service? i've looked at iomega's, but it's in the states and i don't really want to post internationally.
thanks!
basically i've got a dvd that i burnt last year using an unreliable usb dvd burner on my old windows laptop. it worked ok for a while, but when i tried to access it recently it just comes up as a blank disc. you can see from the back of the disc that about 3/4 is burnt, but it's not accessible.
can anyone recommend any software to access the files at low level? i have seen a few programs on the net, but no luck so far. windows programs are ok as well, i have virtual pc or at least my roommates windows pc to use.
alternatively a data recovery service? i've looked at iomega's, but it's in the states and i don't really want to post internationally.
thanks!
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Originally posted by Relic
Have you tried shining a flash light through the dvd to see if you can read the data?
eh? i don't think i understand you here!
Originally posted by jonnyboy
eh? i don't think i understand you here!
See, you shine the flashlight through the DVD while rotating your hand in a counter clockwise motion?..
Originally posted by jonnyboy
...so that I can read the miniscule recorded digital pits???
It was my feeble attempt at humor, see the data on the DVD is read using a laser, flashlight, laser, flashlight, laser...