Some CD and DVD media no longer works
When custom burning CDs and DVDs, the quality of the media matters as much as the drive chosen. It has been found that spindle stored media, label stuck media, and ink written on media, and media burnt at the maximum speed can become unreadable a lot more than the alternative. After researching this topic thoroughly, I've come to the conclusion that following these basic steps in buying, burning, and storing discs will lengthen the life of media:
1. Store media in jewelcases.
2. When it is CD, make sure it is made by Verbatim, Kodak, Imation, Sony.
3. When it is DVD make sure it is made by Verbatim, Ritek, or Taiyo-Yuden.
4. Do not apply sticky labels. Don't write with markers on the disc. Use jewelcase inserts to organize contents of disc externally.
5. Burn at less than maximum speed.
6. Fit the criteria here:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2446?viewlocale=en_US
7. Use the format of ISO-9660, as opposed to UDF, or Joliet, when not burning standard audio, photo, or standard DVD movie discs. ISO-9660 is more compatible with both Mac and PC platforms.
While not a permanent solution, it is better than the alternative of finding discs that simply won't burn, or getting media that gets stuck in your drive.
Recommendations for media manufacturer here are based on lengthy research of various sites on the internet.
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