problem copying files to hard drive

[moults]

I have backed up hundreds of dvd's with very few problems, however i am now experiencing a weird kind of snag.

I am copying/backing up a few dvd's for my daughter to use in her room(gives me some peace when i want to watch the movie). my PC copies the files up until VTS 01 0.bup then just won't copy. I have tried 6 different films and they all stop at the same point.

However with the ones I burnt this morning it copies no problem???

Could this be due to the fact that the problem films were burnt with a different burner, ie my previous burner was 4 speed and my new one is an nec 16 speed dual layer.

Any help would be great as i'm pulling my hair out!

[yoda313]

Hello,

The type of burner doesn't matter. What program did you use??? Was the disc scratched??? Details are important.

First of all try different rippers. Dvd decrypter does a very good job at tackling the toughest discs.....

Kevin

[moults]

Hello

I used either nero or dvd shrink for these discs can't remember which for each film.

I have tried dvd decrypter but even this won't do it! Could the discs have deteriorated, I store them correctly and they are only a few months old.

I'm wondering if it could just be a problem with my pc?

[yoda313]

Hello,
EDIT

[moults]

Hello

Can you explain your last post please (or am i just being dumb?)

[MOVIEGEEK]

Are you labeling the DVD's?(ie adhesive paper)
If so don't,use a Sharpie type pen or use an inkjet printer.
The .BUP file might be corrupt,drag the VIDEO_TS folder to your desktop and delete all the .BUP files then right-click and send the .IFO files to My Documents.In My Documents rename every .IFO file with .BUP then drop in the VIDEO_TS folder.Open the files in DVDShrink to see if you get an error,if not burn away.

Good Luck

[moults]

Thanks for that but if I could drag the video ts folder to my desktop I would but because it won't drag the bup file i can't do it.

I do use labels and always have done using a proper applicator, although as of now i'm never going to use a label again.

Its not just the bup folder either as it won't drag any vts folder once it gets past vts 2??

[fritzi93]

Try this: spray a little WD-40 on the label, wait 5 minutes and peel off. Spray a little more and wipe the adhesive gunk off. Wash both sides with mild soap and dry with soft clean cloth.

Bet it rips for you then. Voice of experience.

[moults]

You Sir are an abosolute star!!!

I followed your advice and have copied them all. I can't thank you enough the wd40 trick although very messy was a brilliant bit of info which everybody should know about.

Once again thank you.

[fritzi93]

Goodness gracious me!!! You're quite welcome.

[EDIT] BTW, it was Moviegeek spotted your problem.

[ZippyP.]

And for all the people out there that still think that putting a label on your DVD is OK...well here's another person that won't be doing that again!

[gjb]

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(Thank you, friend, who sent this list to me. R)

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Bug guts will eat away the finish on your car if not removed quickly!
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The applications appear to be endless