Problem with AnyDVD and SATA drive

[Webslinger]

Originally Posted by chuggie

It does have Lightscribe capability.

Yeah, I was just mentioning that I wasn't sure if Zebadee has the lightscribe version. I do have the exact same burner as you.

You have some packet writing junk on your system that needs to be removed.
Sonic's Drag-to-disc should definitely be uninstalled. Packet writing software interferes with a lot of other software, not just Slysoft's If you need drag-and-drop functionality, use dvd-ram instead (with a FAT file format), which is more stable.


Musicmatch is also known to cause problems


1. i) Create a backup of your registry
ii) Download imgburn. It's a free program: http://www.imgburn.com/index.php?act=download
(it's also an excellent program imo)
iii) Go to Tools > Filter Driver Load Order. Select "Cdralw2k". Click "Remove Selected Filter. select "CDR4_XP". Click "Remove Selected Filter". Select "MxlW2k". Click "Remove selected filter". Click "ok".
iv) Reboot

Keep in mind the programs that installed those filters will no longer function properly.

2. Use Anydvd 6.4.0.3 beta: click http://sandbox.slysoft.com/beta/SetupAnyDVD6403.exe

[chuggie]

No luck. I thought I had success when trying DVD Decrypter (I got past the Authenticating...), but it hung when trying to process the first file.

AnyDVD still locks up the system - I have to Restore back before it was installed.

I didn't fully un-install MusicMatch, just the filter. I confirmed all four filters that you suggested are gone.

Any more ideas?? I appreciate the help so far!

[Webslinger]

Originally Posted by chuggie

No luck. I thought I had success when trying DVD Decrypter (I got past the Authenticating...), but it hung when trying to process the first file.

You really should not be using Decrypter. It can't handle all discs. You should be using Anydvd ripper.

AnyDVD still locks up the system - I have to Restore back before it was installed.

Are you using Anydvd 6.3.0.4 beta?

If you had to restore, then those filters may be back.

Unfortunately, I am not familiar with the PCI card that you're using. You may want to check for updated drivers.

Other than that, unfortunately, I am out of suggestions. You may want to try contacting Slysoft to see what they say: click http://www.slysoft.com/contact.html

[Charlie]

I contacted zebadee on my forum via PM so hope he'll pop in when he ses it.

[chuggie]

I was using Decrypter mainly as just another data point in troubleshooting the problem. I did check that the filters are gone (see below).

I did use the beta version you reccomended.

According to Slysoft, they won't reply to forms with blank fields. Everytime I install AnyDVD, it locks up my system, so I can't get a serial #.

===============================================
Filter Driver Load Order - ImgBurn v2.4.0.0
===============================================

Upper Device Filter: redbook
Upper Class Filter: GEARAspiWDM
Device: CD/DVD-ROM Device
Lower Class Filter: [None Found]
Lower Device Filter: imapi

Filter Name: redbook
File Name: C:\WINDOWS\System32\DRIVERS\redbook.sys
File Version: 5.1.2600.2180 (xpsp_sp2_rtm.040803-215
File Description: Redbook Audio Filter Driver
Product Name: Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Product Version: 5.1.2600.2180
Company Name: Microsoft Corporation
Copyright: © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.

Filter Name: GEARAspiWDM
File Name: C:\WINDOWS\System32\Drivers\GEARAspiWDM.sys
File Version: 2.0.6.1
File Description: CD/DVD Class Filter Driver
Product Name: GEAR.wrks
Product Version: 8.xx [2.0.6.1]
Company Name: GEAR Software Inc.
Copyright: Copyright (c) GEAR Software Inc. 2006

Filter Name: imapi
File Name: C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\Imapi.sys
File Version: 5.1.2600.2180 (xpsp_sp2_rtm.040803-215
File Description: IMAPI Kernel Driver
Product Name: Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Product Version: 5.1.2600.2180
Company Name: Microsoft Corporation
Copyright: © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.

[Webslinger]

Originally Posted by chuggie

According to Slysoft, they won't reply to forms with blank fields.

They will. They may take a little longer, but they will.


O.k., well, according to what you posted Anydvd isn't installed on your system. But I suppose you had to uninstall it because you claim Anydvd locks up your system.

Does it lock your system at bootup?

Also what OS are you using? Service pack?

You may find updated drivers here: click http://www2.pny.com/support/support_...SectionID=1156

[chuggie]

I'll drop them a line.

It locks after I hit the Continue button on the license order window.

Win XP, SP2.

I'll give the drivers a shot too.

[chuggie]

Turns out the existing drivers are the latest. I'll contact Slysoft.

[chuggie]

Update:

I've discovered (rather embarrassed about this) that I am unable to "play" DVDs. Slysoft is looking into this. Will update further when I find out more.

[Webslinger]

Originally Posted by chuggie

Update:

I've discovered (rather embarrassed about this) that I am unable to "play" DVDs.

Do you have playback software on your system?

a) Keep your license key file backed up safely
b) Uninstall Anydvd (start-->all programs-->Slysoft--->Anydvd-->Uninstall)
c) Reboot
d) Put a commercial dvd in your Samsung. Check to see if your system ("my computer") now reports a disc in drive. Do you see a video_ts folder (if you're using a dvd)? Do you see folders or files?