iTunes for Windows: How to tell if you have a drive that can burn a CD with Windows Vista or Windows 7

If you are not sure if your computer's CD or DVD drive can make or "burn" a CD-R disc, there are a few ways to find out.

You can also check the properties of the drive in Windows Explorer:

1. Open the Computer window (On the Start button, click Computer).
2. Under Devices with Removable Storage, locate your CD or DVD drive.
3. Right-click on your drive and choose Properties from the shortcut menu (or left-click once to select the drive and from the Organize menu, choose Properties).

   

If there is a Recording tab in the Properties window that appears, your computer's drive can burn a CD. Tip: The "Enable CD recording on this drive" option does not need to be checked for iTunes to burn a disc. This options affects Desktop CD recording only.

If there is no Recording tab in the Properties window that appears, your computer's drive cannot burn a CD.

Typically, you can upgrade the CD drive in your computer to one that can burn discs. Contact the manufacturer or a computer reseller for more information.