Ok since this question comes up several time daily, heres all the info you need. These are the best programs out there to backup your DVDs ,don't be fooled by others you see on the web most are scams

Links to the software with step by step guides .Be patience read though all the information and give it a test drive before asking questions please!

Important make sure you download the latest versions of dvdfab decrypter and or anydvd (these are rippers) to backup the newer hard to do release FIRST!! Heres the links where you can find the latest versions of both dvdfab decrypter and anydvd. THIS IS A MUST HAVE!!

http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/583712

http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/583718


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1. dvdfab decrypter to rip dvd shrink to transcode(sometimes you will need to use FixVTS or VOB Blanker to clean the file before transcoding with dvd shrink) then nero, imgburn or dvd decrypter to burn.imgburn is you're best choice for a burning engine.download imgburn first here and then the link to autoburn with imgburn using dvd shrink.

http://imgburn.com/

http://www.dvdplusvideo.com/DVD_Shrink_3_2_b_w_IB.zip

http://www.dvdfab.com/free.htm (make sure its the latest version!)

guides to use it

http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/494836

http://webpages.charter.net/bacitup/


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1. clonedvd 2 +anydvd 21 day free trial updates for life very easy to use etc.

http://www.slysoft.com/en/ (make sure its the latest version!)

a guide to use it

http://club.cdfreaks.com/f72/clonedvd-anydvd-guide-madbob-72022/

2. dvdfab platinum

http://www.dvdfab.com/

a guide to use it

http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/480846#2943243

more helpful guides/info,burning folders with imgburn doing avi files etc.

http://www.dvdplusvideo.com/A_F_Guides.html

http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/183136

Other good transcoders you can use with dvdfab decrypter or anydvd are nero recode 2 , Intervideo DVD Copy 6 and DVD Rebuilder (which is an encoder)

Also remember to use top quality media like Taiyo Yuden or Verbatim burning between 4x and 8x max on a clean machine(doing a disc cleanup and defragging often at least ones a week) with the most up to date firmware for your drive/burner.you can check here

http://forum.rpc1.org/dl_all.php



anyone feel free to add info but lets keep it as simply as possible so we don't confuse new members

Two other handy tools (freeware) for troublesome titles.

FixVts:

http://www.afterdawn.com/software/video_...ools/fixvts.cfm

A guide for FixVts

http://www.afterdawn.com/guides/archive/fixvts_guide.cfm

VobBlanker

http://www.afterdawn.com/software/video_.../vobblanker.cfm

And a helpful guide for VobBlanker

http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/586101

This guide should be posted on the account sign up page, all Noobs need to read this page before creating an account.

thanks for the added info 7thsinger

and blivetNC yes that is so true

@Zoso,
No problem. I know here lately FixVts and/or VobBlanker are almost a neccessary part of most burns. Just thought i'd toss that in there.

@BlivetNC
No joke! So very true.

I just hope the Noobs can find this thread before posting something already answered here.

The lengths some go to try and regain addict status (sighs)...If there were any more colors in that guide I may have had an epileptic seizure... LOL!!!
Seriously though, if people actually read it, this would cut down on lots of traffic, especially on the Shrink page.
Less traffic = less people clicking on links, less links = less money for AD, less money = AD shuts down.
Are you happy ZOSO? you've just mathematically shut down the AD website!!!
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Deadrum33, i don't know where the hell your post came from and why but this question comes up many times a week(how to backup my dvds) and we thought it would be easier to have one thread with all the info in it so we could direct them here.Its not meant to take the place of the brand new release threads that come up like SawIV etc.anyway it was ok(ed) by a mod to make this a sticky. so lay off the personal attacks, it would be like me saying the lame band in your sig blows lol

Sorry if joking around and then explaining how yours was a useful post offended you. Actually if you cant take a joke, I'm not sorry and just saying it to calm the mood. If you have a problem with my humor, PM me, and I'll tell you where a drumstick from a lame band could find a home. LOL

Deadrum, i was the 1 that told ZoSo to make this thread & i'd sticky it which i did so now your problem is with me so what are you going to do about it? i edited your 1st post to a link because of dial-up members.

ddp-Didnt have a problem when I first posted, nor was there a "personal attack", but it seems I struck a nerve. Oh well, I will take the high road here and fix things OUTSIDE of this thread.

don't worry as even ZoSo & i don't always see eye to eye on some things.

Another useful little program is menushrink 2.41


http://www.afterdawn.com/software/video_.../menushrink.cfm


and here's a guide



http://www.afterdawn.com/guides/archive/..._menushrink.cfm

I would like to thank ZoSoIV for answering the question without the condesending attitude. Sorry us NOOBS create accounts, I guess.

not a problem renacolt glad i could help

remember we all started out knowing little to nothing so hang in there and your be a pro in no time. there are no stupid questions

As far as media, SONY DVD's have given me the least problems over the years

yes the Sony media has been very reliable lately

Stay away from the "Made in Malaysia" type though, rumoured to have problems like the made in India Verbs.

I know this is very stupid Q. but i tried to burn the movie "WAR" which was excelent movie.... but it gives me and error. i am using dvdshrink 3.2. before w/problem dvds titles i used FIXVTS and Ripit4Me and then i folowed it with dvd shrink and all as well ....but now these wont work either...... can anyone help please..... what is the latest tool to use to work on the newest movies...

Originally posted by stifflerj:

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I know this is very stupid Q. but i tried to burn the movie "WAR" which was excelent movie.... but it gives me and error. i am using dvdshrink 3.2. before w/problem dvds titles i used FIXVTS and Ripit4Me and then i folowed it with dvd shrink and all as well ....but now these wont work either...... can anyone help please..... what is the latest tool to use to work on the newest movies...

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http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/622748

Originally posted by stifflerj:

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I know this is very stupid Q. but i tried to burn the movie "WAR" which was excelent movie.... but it gives me and error. i am using dvdshrink 3.2. before w/problem dvds titles i used FIXVTS and Ripit4Me and then i folowed it with dvd shrink and all as well ....but now these wont work either...... can anyone help please..... what is the latest tool to use to work on the newest movies...

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if you followed the guides in my first post it should work fine

make sure you have the latest version of dvdfab decrypter to rip the movie then use fixvts to clean the file transcode with dvd shrink and burn.doing the movie only solves alot of problems too!! use all the links and guides in my first post and you should have it

thanks guys but i have no idea how to use the dvdfab....is dvd fab better pro. to use than dvd shrink??? i have used the dvd decrypter before and so what is the problem with my system.... i couldn't find out how to update the dvd shrink. basically i just need to update the firmware on theses programs... or is dvdfab better to use.. or is there a different secuence of pro. to use......

yes you have to use dvdfab decrypter first! dvd shrink doesn't update anymore so it can't handle the newer movies without help. so follow this guide to the tee and you can back it up

dvdfab decrypter to rip dvd shrink to transcode(sometimes you will need to use FixVTS or VOB Blanker to clean the file before transcoding with dvd shrink) then nero, imgburn or dvd decrypter to burn.

http://www.dvdfab.com/free.htm (make sure its the latest version!)

guides to use it

http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/494836


as said all the info you need is in my first post

u cant download anydvd anymore. its not availible. i downloaded dvdfab but seems like the same program as dvd shrink.... i had this problem once before with the movie "fun with dick and jane" and then a couple of other movies to until i got the FIXVTS and Ripit4Me and then no problems i and a decent computer wiz but not good with alll the language thats why i like the dvdshrink pro....... i realiz u guys hear this same crap all the time but i am stuck .....

anydvd is here

http://www.slysoft.com/en/

did you read my post above yours ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^, damnit just follow that and it will work i promise you!!

Originally posted by stifflerj:

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u cant download anydvd anymore. its not availible. i downloaded dvdfab but seems like the same program as dvd shrink.... i had this problem once before with the movie "fun with dick and jane" and then a couple of other movies to until i got the FIXVTS and Ripit4Me and then no problems i and a decent computer wiz but not good with alll the language thats why i like the dvdshrink pro....... i realiz u guys hear this same crap all the time but i am stuck .....

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What do you mean you can't download anydvd anymore? It's at www.slysoft.com

If you used the 21 day free trial, then you can't use it for free any more, but well worth the money to purchase