I'm trying to back up my DVD collection before moving abroad, but I'm running into problems with two different programs. WinX DVD Ripper Platinum stops with "Abnormal Termination Error Code 1," even after changing settings. Another DVD ripping app worked a few times but now freezes at about 50% while analyzing the disc. I'm using a Rioddas external DVD drive. What should I check or try next?
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MakeMKV is worth trying as an alternative. It’s commonly used for extracting DVD contents and has a beta or trial option, with registration or payment required if you continue using it. The available trial terms can vary, so check the current details in the app.
Start by inspecting the discs themselves. Clean them gently from the center outward rather than wiping in circles, and look for scratches or other damage. If these are DVD-R or DVD-RW discs that you recorded yourself, they may have degraded over time, which can make some or all of the data unreadable.
DVDs can be ripped just like other optical media; they hold more data than CDs, but the basic idea is similar. If multiple programs freeze or report errors on the same disc, that points more toward a damaged, dirty, or deteriorating disc than a setting in the software.
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