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> Dp4 Gives "disk Too Slow" Error
smokinshaman
posté dim. 27 juin 2004, 21:59
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Hi,

I am attempting to record 2 tracks live with DP4 on a 12" G4 powerbook and am getting a "disk too slow" error. I own a MOTU 828 mkII, but prefer to keep it in the studio and record with the built in audio for live purposes. I use a Rode NT4 stereo condenser mic with built in power and plug directly into the mac. I have adjusted the buffer settings to 1024 and still it gives me the error after recording for awhile. I have a total of 768 megs of RAM and feel this should suffice for 2 track live recording. I play in a jam band and hope to record continually for up to 3 hours, stopping from time to time to save of course. Do i need an external firewire drive? If so, do i install DP4 on it or keep it on the internal drive. Any help would greatly be apprectiated!
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robomark29
posté lun. 28 juin 2004, 16:11
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You might try a couple of things. First, find a program like Norton disc utilities to defragment the disc. This will help it run smoother as all files will be contiguous (sp?).

If that doesn't work, you could try going backwards and seeing if DP3 in OS9 behaves the same. OSX is a harsh operating system in terms of resources, OS9 is a lot easier for some slower machines to run. My G4 450 seemed fine in 9 but chunked along in 10.

If neither of those work or are possible, try an external firewire drive. Make sure it's at least 7200 RPM. Higher the better. Look into the company Gliph, as they make computer gear for your exact perposes.

good luck,

Mark
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