![]() Otherwise, this assortment of tools should cover most general-purpose CD and DVD multimedia projects. Video-editing support is weak in this bundle (for example, the Asus DRW-1608P includes Ulead DVD MovieFactory 3.0 Suite SE), so aspiring Hollywood types might opt for a separate editing package. Mac users receive Toast 6.0 Lite (Mac OS 10.2.3 and higher), LaCie LightScribe Labeler (Mac OS 10.3.2 or higher), and Toast 5.2.2 Lite (Mac OS 9.2). PC users receive Roxio's Easy Media Creator 7.0 Suite (Windows 2000/XP), Label Creator, and Easy CD & DVD Creator 6.2 (Windows 98 SE/Me). The LaCie d2 DVD+/-RW with LightScribe also provides a suite of software. ![]() Of course, you'll need LightScribe-compatible discs, and you'll need to burn the label side as a separate step (you must flip the disc over after the data has been written), but a well-designed label burned to the disc can give the completed media a very professional look-a real plus for business users. One uniquely interesting feature of the d2 is its LightScribe capability, which allows the drive to burn the "label side" of the disc. You can also move the LaCie d2 between PCs. This makes it extremely handy for video recording, photo scrapbooking, music projects, or other multimedia projects. The LaCie d2 DVD+/-RW with LightScribe offers complete support for all popular disc formats except for double-layer DVD-R. ![]() If you're looking for more details on the drive and how to use it, refer to the electronic user manual included on the utilities disc. Once connected, Windows XP sees the drive and installs the proper drivers (Windows 98 SE and Me users will need to preinstall the d2 drivers from the utilities disc). The guide offers little practical help fortunately, installation is as simple as powering up the drive and attaching the FireWire or USB cable to the host PC. The rear panel offers two FireWire ports, a high-speed USB (2.0) port, and an external power connection.Įverything you need to install the LaCie d2 DVD+/-RW with LightScribe comes in the box, including the AC adapter, a FireWire cable, a USB 2.0 cable, a LaCie Utilities disc, and a quick-install guide. Continuing the trend found in many other drives, the LaCie d2 doesn't provide a headphone jack or a volume control (though audiophiles can still play back music CDs through their PC). A basic drive tray, activity LED, and eject button adorn the face. The unit sits evenly on your PC or nearby shelf, and since it doesn't have ventilation holes, you can conveniently stack it with other drives or devices. The external (FireWire/USB 2.0) LaCie d2 DVD+/-RW with LightScribe is attractive overall, with a black face in a cool silver enclosure. LaCie d2 DVD+/-RW FireWire and USB 2.0 (16X/8X/4X/2.4X) with Lig
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