How to Burn Dual Layer DVDs Using Nero StartSmart

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Insert the dual-layer DVD into your drive.

   In order to burn a dual-layer project, you must be using a dual-layer DVD, and your drive must support burning dual-layers.
   
   If you try to burn a dual-layer project to a single-layer disc, you will encounter errors.
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   Step 2: Open Nero StartSmart/Nero Express.

   This program will come installed with certain DVD burners, or can be purchased directly from Nero.
   
   Start a New Project and then select Data.
   
   In the Data submenu, select Data DVD. , By default, your project will be a standard single-layer DVD, even if you have a dual-layer DVD inserted.
   
   Click the dropdown menu next to the capacity meter.
   
   Select DVD9 to switch it to dual-layer.
   
   Click the Add button to add the files that you want to burn from your computer, or drag and drop them into the window. , As you add files, the meter on the bottom will fill up.
   
   Dual-layer DVDs can hold up to
   8.5 GB of data.
   
   If you have less than
   4.7 GB of data, it might be cheaper to burn it to a standard DVD.
   
   Press Next when you are finished adding files. , In the next screen, give your disc a name so that you’ll recognize it when it's inserted.
   
   Make sure that you have the correct DVD burner selected in the “Current recorder” section. , Nero will show you the status to let you know when the process has completed successfully.
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   Step 3: Switch to dual-layer.

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   Step 4: Check your available space.

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   Step 5: Name your disc.

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   Step 6: Click Burn to begin burning the disc.

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