The properties of a file that was recorded on an HD DVD are not displayed, and the file cannot be copied, moved, or deleted in Windows Vista

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SYMPTOMS

When you use Windows Explorer to view an HD DVD on a Windows Vista-based computer, the icon for the file is displayed correctly. However, you cannot complete the following operations successfully for files that are located on the HD DVD:

You cannot view the properties of a file.
You cannot copy a file to another location.
You cannot delete a file.
You cannot move a file to another location.

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CAUSE

This problem occurs if the HD DVD recorder records the allocation descriptor in the physical partition instead of in the virtual partition on the DVD.

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WORKAROUND

To work around this problem, contact the creator of the DVD. If you are the creator of the DVD, you should contact the DVD manufacturer for more information.

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