bill299
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Q: copy a non protected dvd in a playable form to a hdd in iMac

Hi,

 

I'm getting to know my new computer and am able to acquire some video clips, etc.

 

I have many dvd's I'd like to store on hdd on iMac for use quickly and if needed to burn to another dvd/jump drive for sharing.

 

I only see a .dmg file

 

It would even be nice to put specific tracks from the dvd.

 

Any help will be welcome.

 

Thanks,

 

Bill

iMac, Mac OS X (10.7.3)

Posted on May 9, 2012 4:03 PM

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Q: copy a non protected dvd in a playable form to a hdd in iMac

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  • by Mike Sombrio,

    Mike Sombrio Mike Sombrio May 9, 2012 4:10 PM in response to bill299
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    May 9, 2012 4:10 PM in response to bill299

    Specific tracks I don't know about. But Handbrake does a good job ripping DVD's into MP4  format that is playable on your computer.

    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1545

  • by Mike Sombrio,

    Mike Sombrio Mike Sombrio May 9, 2012 4:12 PM in response to bill299
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    May 9, 2012 4:12 PM in response to bill299

    Sorry Bill, wrong link, heres Handbrake

    http://handbrake.fr/

  • by bill299,

    bill299 bill299 May 9, 2012 6:21 PM in response to Mike Sombrio
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    May 9, 2012 6:21 PM in response to Mike Sombrio

    Thanks Mike,

     

    I wrote a note here, but don't know where it went.

     

    I'll try handbrake.

     

    CNET offers it and comments. They also push 'clean your Mac' software, like PC.. What are we coming to?

     

    Bill

  • by Mike Sombrio,

    Mike Sombrio Mike Sombrio May 9, 2012 7:16 PM in response to bill299
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    May 9, 2012 7:16 PM in response to bill299

    If you're refering to Mac Keeper....STAY AWAY FROM IT...IT'S MALWARE. You don't need anything to clean your mac, but you'll love Handbrake!

  • by bill299,

    bill299 bill299 May 11, 2012 1:32 PM in response to Mike Sombrio
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    May 11, 2012 1:32 PM in response to Mike Sombrio

    Handbrake has a conflict between a 32bit and 64bit thing...  :-(  Bill

  • by Mike Sombrio,

    Mike Sombrio Mike Sombrio May 11, 2012 7:19 PM in response to bill299
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    May 11, 2012 7:19 PM in response to bill299

    I'll admit I don't run Lion, I'm perfectly happy with 10.6.8 but I don't understand...HandBrake has a 64 bit version for 10.6 and 10.7. Did you try it and it didn't work in Lion?

  • by bill299,

    bill299 bill299 May 11, 2012 7:27 PM in response to Mike Sombrio
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    May 11, 2012 7:27 PM in response to Mike Sombrio

    I got one to caputre, but subsequent one would not work.

     

    I'm at my PC now and don't have time to try again, but after shut down and reboot in a day or so, it may be ok.

     

    I'll keep you posted.

     

    Thanx, Bill

  • by bill299,

    bill299 bill299 May 13, 2012 11:15 AM in response to bill299
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    May 13, 2012 11:15 AM in response to bill299

    In response to the strong arm of the law here:

     

    I have discussed in this thread many apps in which I can manage my legally owned and NON PROTECTED free to air and free streaming video programming. Much of this has been purchased or recorded on dvd format.

     

    As I wish to get away from using the hardware of a disc and moving to a digital format such as mp4 stored on hdd, jump drive, etc., the new iMac I am now using is becoming a comfortable tool do do just that.

     

    I haven't found an app that will copy my legally held dvd programming to hdd in mp4 (or maybe other useable format). Each seems to have some bugs or just won't work.

     

    I also haven't found an app that will capture streaming video dependably.

     

    That is the purpose of my discussion here. (period)

     

    I am not trying to steal any intellectual property!

     

    The good folks here have made suggestions and I've read about them, downloading and trying some.

     

    I've tried WinXDVD Ripper on PC and it seems to work fine. Was just wondering if a mac version may work. That is all! Is that illegal?