Windows has a built-in disk imaging tool by default, but many users prefer to use third party programs. The thing is that the built-in functionality is sometimes not enough to perform certain tasks.
In this article we will look at the main features of one of the programs for working with disk images – ImgBurn.
The main functionality of ImgBurn
This program was created exclusively for working with disk images, so it does not have any additional functionality. Thanks to this, the software is simple and easy to use.
Recording images
ImgBurn works with almost all known file formats, so there should be no problems with recording. Additional conversion is also not required. Using the program, you can burn any image to any disk of the appropriate size.
Let's look at how to use this program to burn images to disk:
- Open the program, and in the main window select the option "Write image file to disc".
- An area with recording settings will appear. First, you need to specify the location of the image to burn. Pay attention to the block "Source". There you need to click on the folder icon with a magnifying glass.
- Will open "Conductor" Windows, where you need to select a disk image that will be written to a blank. Select it with the left mouse button and click on the button "Open" at the bottom of the window.
- Insert the disk into the drive on which the image will be written.
- You will be returned to the recording settings window. In the section "Destination" you need to select a drive. If there is only one, then the choice will be made by default; if there are several, then you will have to indicate the one where you placed the disk.
- If you need to check the disk for errors and “artifacts”, then check the box next to "Verify". The recording procedure may take a long time, but you will be sure that the recorded image will work correctly.
- Distinctive feature This program is able to customize the recording speed. Pay attention to the right side of the settings window. In the field "Write Speed" click on the current value to see additional options. It is not recommended to put high speeds burning, as this may lead to incorrect image recording and/or disk failure. On the contrary, it is better to reduce the speed a little so that the image is recorded correctly. You can view the recommended speed on the disk itself or in its properties in ImgBurn.
- When you have configured all the parameters, click on the image recording icon.
- The recording process will begin. You will be able to hear characteristic sounds from the drive. In the program window you will see the percentage of completion of the operation and the approximate time of its completion. It is not recommended to remove the disc from the drive or otherwise interrupt the operation process.
- Once the recording is complete, several windows will appear notifying you of its completion and/or errors encountered during recording. Here you only need to click on "OK".
When the entire procedure is completed, you will be redirected to the main ImgBurn window, and the disk can be removed.
Creating images on a computer
This function may be required if you need to rewrite information from a disk to a computer. You can save all the data from the disk on your computer as an ISO image, and then unpack it using special programs.
Let's look at how you can burn an image from a disk to a computer using ImgBurn:
- From the main menu, select "Create image file from disc".
- Insert the media containing the information into the drive if you have not already done so.
- In the field "Source" select your current drive where you installed the disk. Provided that the computer design has only one drive, you will not have to select anything, since the program will make the selection automatically.
- Specify the location where the image will be created. You can do this by clicking on the folder icon with a magnifying glass in the section "Destination".
- Will open "Conductor", where you need to select a location on the computer where the data from the disk will be written. After selecting the desired directory, click on the button "Save".
- On the right side, you can again set the data recording speed. It can be raised or lowered, but it is not recommended to raise it higher than what the disk supports, otherwise the creation of an image on the computer may not occur correctly.
- To start creating a disk image, click on the special icon.
- You will receive a notification when the entry creation procedure is complete. Click "OK".
Now you have a full-fledged disk image on your computer, which can be used for various purposes, for example, rewriting to another disk or copying files from it to the computer.
Writing data to disk
Using the ImgBurn program, you can burn not only an ISO image to a disc, but also individual files from your computer. Step by step instructions for this case it looks like this:
- In the main menu of the program, select "Write files/folder to disc".
- A settings window will open where you need to select an icon in the form of a folder and a magnifying glass.
- IN "Explorer" specify the folder or file to be written to the media. Click "Select folder".
- It is worth understanding that disk space is very limited, so you need to add files no more than the available space. To find out how much is left, click on the calculator icon.
- will appear system message, where you need to click on "Yes".
- Now in the tab "Information" The free disk space will be displayed. You can view it under the footnote "Free Space".
- Select in section "Destination" drive with a disc for recording.
- You can also set the data writing speed, but again, it should not be too high.
- Now click on the write data to disk icon on the left side of the window.
- Several messages will appear where you will need to click "Yes" And "OK". After this, the recording procedure will begin.
Writing folder data to an image
If you do not have the desire/opportunity to burn the contents of the folders to disk, then you can create an ISO image from them and burn it later.
The instructions for this item are as follows:
- After opening the program, select "Create image file from files/folders".
- By analogy with the previous instructions, you need to click on the folder icon with a magnifying glass.
- IN "Explorer" find the directory where the image will be written from.
- In the column "Information" you can calculate free space and some other parameters using the calculator icon.
- In the field "Destination" select the directory on your computer where the disk image will be written.
- Once all settings are complete, use the recording icon (marked in the screenshot).
- You will have to confirm your intentions in several pop-up windows. Just click "Yes" or "OK".
Removing data from a disk
Sometimes it becomes necessary to delete all information stored on the disk. You can use standard formatting, but it is more reliable and practical to use special programs for working with disks. ImgBurn has all the functionality necessary for this, but does not have a special section, so inexperienced users may have difficulties.
Step-by-step instructions for cleaning a disk using ImgBurn are as follows:
- Launch the program and go to "Write files/folders to disc".
- The erase disk button is located in the section "Destination" and looks like a disk and an eraser. Click on it to proceed to erasing the disk.
- A window will open where you will be offered formatting options. Option "Quick" means quick formatting, that is, the procedure will take little time, but there is a chance that some information will remain. Sometimes residual information can prevent new information from being written to the disk. Option "Full" produces complete cleaning, but takes more time. Choose the option that suits you best.
- The disk will begin formatting. You will need to wait for it to finish and give confirmation for certain program actions by clicking in the pop-up windows "OK" or "Yes".
Checking disk properties
The functionality of the program also allows you to find out detailed information about the disk using the tool "Quality Test". Similarly, you can check the recording quality on the disc.
Benefits of the program
ImgBurn has the following list of advantages:
- There is support for the Russian language, however, you need to download the localization code from the official website of the developer and place it in the folder "Language" in the root directory;
- The tool is distributed completely free of charge;
- The process of recording information is not particularly difficult.
Disadvantages of the program
Unfortunately, the product is not without its drawbacks, which are as follows:
- There is no program in Russian. For the interface to become Russified, you need to download additional files from the official website;
- When installing the program, pay attention to the checkboxes, as there is a risk of installing advertising products.
ImgBurn is a decent product that allows you to do basic work with disks. The program copes with its tasks perfectly and has more advantages than disadvantages.
ImgBurn is a small (in terms of space) but multifunctional application for burning CD/DVD/HD DVD/Blu-ray discs. The program can create images from disks, burn disks from images, burn disks from files, create images from files, check disks for readability.
How to burn a disk image using ImgBurn
1. Launch the program.
2. Switch the program to mode Posts. You can do this in two ways
A. Using mode quick selection(start window of the program). Select item "Burn image to disk"
b. Or in the main menu select “Mode” - “Record”.
3. Insert a blank CD/DVD/BD depending on the size of the image being burned.
4. Select the image file by clicking the button to burn "Select file..."
If you created a disk image with ImgBurn, you should be looking for a file with the extension *. CUE/*. M.D.S. If you did not create an image using this program, but, say, downloaded it, then most likely it will be a file with the extension *. ISO. The program supports all major disk images.
5. By default, the program will record at maximum speed, but it is recommended to set the recording speed somewhere between 50%-75% of the declared maximum speed. For example, I have a DVD-RW blank maximum speed recording 4x I set the recording speed to 2x or 2.4x this is necessary in order to reduce the likelihood of errors when recording
6. Press the big button "Record" .
7. Wait for the recording to finish.
The ImgBurn program is a small but multi-functional program for working with recording and copying CD/DVD/BD. Using it, you can manage almost any information stored on disk, and how to present this information on disk.
It has a lot of settings, once you understand them, you will no longer need to install bulky and paid programs like Nero.
To correctly record DVD-Video using the program, I recommend reading the topic on rutracker.org
Later, I hope, I will supplement this note with an overview of the program settings. I will be glad to receive comments, additions and perhaps experience. personal use programs.
