Finalizing a DVD

[Stephen79]

Is there an alternative way e.g. a small tool to close a multi session / finalize a DVD?

My problem is, I created a dvd backup of a section of my HD (using Nero Ultra v6) and chose to leave the disc open. I am unable to access the disc via explorer, but if I load up nero, I can see the data has been written. I think I used almost the entire disc, and when I go back in to nero to add a text file and to finalize, it produces an “illegal Disc” error.

Back in the early days of cd copying, I could use Easy CD creator to close a session without burning anything to it.

So, is there a way around this, or is there a 3rd party tool simply to finalize a disc?

as, on testing the DVD disc on my work machine, (a standard dvd-rom drive, it is accessable here.

TIA

Steve.

[Stephen79]

Many thanks for the PM.


FINALIZE.EXE - Is used to close a session - a practical tool in case an error occurred and the writing process (regardless of which program was used) was aborted. Often the CD blank will not be spoiled and remain executable.

[tompika]

[Stephen79]

very nice thx for the help guys.