Everything works but the Lightscribe feature which is exactly why I bought this. It is shown on my computer devices but no Light Using Windows 7.
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I haven't used it on Windows 8 but it worked fine on Windows 7. I'd call their tech support number for assistance.
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Make sure you have a lightscribe program on your computer. I had windows 7 and upgraded recently to 8.1 and it works with both. Also make sure the discs are lightscribe discs. A way to test they will read the lightscribe side is if you have itunes, once the drive reads that side my itunes asks what i want to do with a blank disc. So that's how i know it read that side- when it thinks it's a blank disc to write on.
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On my Win7Pro machine, Windows did not recognize this as a LightScribe device. (And it is even an HP computer.) But, from the CD that came with the device, I loaded the drivers/Nero application and all is good. (I may have upgraded to newer versions of those, but I don't think so.)
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This works wonderfully on Lightscribe programs! I ues it consistantly for my Lightscribe ledia.
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You must install Lightscribe Core Software to enable the Lightscribe option.
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I have an older compaq presario and it worked on it, I did have to get an adapter because my optical drive was IDE but according to the specs yours should be Sata and that's what this takes. You do need to get a Sata cord though cause mine didn't come with one. Not so sure about the lightscribe ...from my understanding all this does is inscribe labels on your discs. I can't tell you the speed it burns at but I do know mine don't take an unreasonable amount of time.
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I dont know. Lightscribe uses specially coated recordable CD and DVD media for its back etching. I would consult HP on this to see if it cab be used or, purchase a small amount of these like a 20-pack or something and try it out.
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"LightScribe is an optical disc recording technology, created by the Hewlett-Packard Company, that uses specially coated recordable CD and DVD media to produce laser-etched labels with text or graphics, as opposed to stick-on labels and printable discs." The DVD/CD writer has to be lightscribe capable. I have not tried it with this technology/feature, and I do not think that it's capable of doing it. Normally when the DVS/CD writer has this feature, it would be written on the drive bay.
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Yes. However, there exist two models of this DVD RW. When you purchase this model, select correct model - Double Layered RW which only allows you to use LightScribe.For other questions? feel free to ask. Even though I am not a seller, I will be able to answer a lot because I am a computer science research person.
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You have to install the Lightscribe Software separately. The Software is no longer supported so you have to search for it on the Internet. I got a copy from http://www.pawtec.com/lightscribe/#windowsinstall. You need to install "Lightscribe System Software". In addition one of either "Lightscribe Simple Labeler" or "Lightscribe Template Labeler".
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HP apparently abandoned support for LightScribe some time ago. I used CyberLink LabelPrint 2.5 which has a Lightscribe option and everything worked fine with the drive.
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1. The one I bought did come with a CD containing a piece of software to help the user to update the firmware. However, when I clicked on it, it said "No update available". I did go to the manufacturer's site but it said there was no update either.2. I have never used LightScribe so I don't know if this drive supports it.
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Check the light scribe site and make sure the drivers and software are installed properly. I had the same problem but now I'm burning custom discs with awesome templates from their site. Also stick a light scribe DVD in the drive upside down and see if it opens the lights drive automatically.
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Apparently, although I have not done so. This URL takes to you a Lightscribe website where you can download Lightscribe software for both MAC and Windows machines: http://www.lightscribe.com/downloadsection/mac/index.aspx?id=813 Good luck.Terry
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It works with Vista. I do not know if Windows 7 will allow it to work at all. Windows 7 may not even recognize the device. And yes, you can inscribe titles on the DVD with the included software; "LightScribe". I can say this: I give this DVD/CD writer an "A+" This seller was Super fast with shipping and it was in wonderful condition. So far I am having no problems with it. And I am looking forward to doing more business with them again soon. Also remember that Amazon will honor any problems; if any, if you include them in your process. Amazon is wonderful.
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I installed this in Windows 7 with no problems. As you were previously advised-Go to LightScribe and download their software and I would suggest buying Sure Thing Disc Labeler 6 software.
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Thank you for your interest in our products. This is not a Lightscribe compatible system.
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If you are using windows, there is a totally free lightscribe software named Sure Thing CD Labeler and it works great, not sure if it works on MAC.
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This comes with lightscribe capability. You have to go to lightscribe.com and download the software and designs you want. It is free. Hope this helps.