Computer lags when running DVD Shrink

[LunaMoon]

I hope I'm posting this in the right place!

I recently had a new DVD burner installed in my computer (Lite-On DVDRW LH-20A1P I think) and when I'm burning a backup disc for my movies, I've noticed my computer slows down a great deal. My computer runs fast any other time. I've also noticed after I burn the DVD, when I play it back it has a lot of "popping" noises, like a kind of static, in the audio playback. It happens on old DVD's too, not just ones I've backed up with the new burner. As it's brand new I wouldn't think the drive would need a head clean..so I'm thinking there might be an issue with the burner itself? I just wanted opinions from here before I called my computer guy and made a total fool of myself, if it's a simple issue I'm overlooking. Thanks in advance for any help you can give! :)

[setarip_old]

Hi!I've also noticed after I burn the DVD, when I play it back it has a lot of "popping" noises, like a kind of static, in the audio playback.Does this occur when playing back on a standalone DVD player, or only when playing the burned DVD on your PC?

[LunaMoon]

Hi!Does this occur when playing back on a standalone DVD player, or only when playing the burned DVD on your PC?

On the standalones, they work perfectly. It's only when playing on the PC. That's why I'm thinking it's a driver issue, but I just wanted to be sure.

[setarip_old]

I tend to think the audio problem may be hardware, rather than software, related...

[Sharktooth]

Ensure the transfer mode is U/DMA and not PIO.

[LunaMoon]

Where do I find the transfer mode?

[setarip_old]

In the Device Manager (via the Control Panel>>System>>Hardware>>Device Manager), you simply have to remove the applicable IDE channel (Click on "IDE...Controllers") and let your computer reset it to DMA as follows:
Right click on the pertinent channel in Device Manager
Click on uninstall
Reboot
After rebooting go back to Device Manager and change the setting to "DMA if available"...

[LunaMoon]

Sorry for the tardy reply, sick parents are never a good thing! lol


Ok, so I did what you suggested, setarip_old, when I went back to Device Manager instead of the Current Transfer Mode being PIO, it's changed to Ultra DMA Mode 2. Is this correct? Transfer Mode says DMA if available.

Actually, now that I look further, the Secondary IDE Channel has changed to Ultra DMA Mode 5 (Current Transfer Mode) too. It sounds all good, I just hope it's gonna work OK!

Thanks again, setarip, and to Sharktooth also :)

[LunaMoon]

That's done the trick! Super fast burning and no popping noises on playback!

A package of sugared donuts and a bottle of Glenfiddich on the way to both of you for your help :D

[setarip_old]

That's done the trick! Super fast burning and no popping noises on playback!Glad to hear the suggestions and directions resolved your dilemma ;>}