Disc Dumping Guide (MPF)

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'''This dumping guide is for:'''
'''This dumping guide is for:'''
* Any CD format, including (but not limited to): console games, PC games, audio CDs and video CDs. Some CD-Rs with errors need extra steps (see: [[Dumping CD-Rs with Errors in the Last 2 Sectors]]).
* Any CD format, including (but not limited to): console games, PC games, audio CDs and video CDs. Some CD-Rs with errors need extra steps (see: [[Dumping CD-Rs with Errors in the Last 2 Sectors]]).
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* DVD based formats including: PlayStation 2, Xbox original, Xbox 360, PC games on DVD-Rom, DVD-Video. Incompatible discs include DVD-Audio.
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* DVD based formats including: PlayStation 2, Xbox original, Xbox 360, PC games on DVD-Rom, DVD-Video.
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* Blu-Ray / BD-Rom: PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One and Series X, and [[PlayStation 3 Dumping Guide|PlayStation 3 (partial, no decryption key extraction)]]. BD-Video dumping is supported, but see also [[BD-Video Key Extraction]]. For BD-R dump with /avdp option.
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* Blu-Ray / BD-Rom: PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One and Series X, and [[PlayStation 3 Dumping Guide|PlayStation 3 (partial, no decryption key extraction)]]. BD-Video dumping is supported, but see also [[BD-Video Key Extraction]]. For BD-R, dump using discimagecreator with the /avdp option.
For all other formats see [[Dumping Guides]].
For all other formats see [[Dumping Guides]].
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== IMPORTANT: Compatible Disc Drive Requirement ==
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If you have any questions about the process or need assistance, please reach out in the forum or in the [https://discord.gg/AHTfxQV VGPC Discord].
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Submissions to Redump requires a [[Optical Disc Drive Compatibility|Compatible disc drive]]. If you have compatibility questions - either post in the [http://forum.redump.org/forum/7/general-discussion/ forums] or join the [https://discord.gg/AHTfxQV VGPC Discord] and ask there.
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==Tools==
==Tools==
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* Windows computer (MacOS/Linux users should follow the CLI guides).
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* Windows computer (MacOS and Linux users should follow the [[Dumping Guides|CLI guides]]).
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* [[Optical Disc Drive Compatibility|Compatible disc drive]].
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* [[Optical Disc Drive Compatibility|Compatible disc drive]] ('''Required''').
*Software:
*Software:
** [https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=52685 Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Redistributable Update 3 RC]
** [https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=52685 Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Redistributable Update 3 RC]
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** [https://github.com/SabreTools/MPF/releases MPF disc-dumping app]. (Download the "MPF_[version]-net8.0_[OS]_release.zip" file. Additional MPF info: [https://github.com/SabreTools/MPF main project page] and [https://github.com/SabreTools/MPF/wiki MPF wiki])
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** [https://github.com/SabreTools/MPF/releases MPF] (download the "MPF.UI..." zip file). Note: If you have a redump account, you can configure Tools → Options → Login Info.
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'''IMPORTANT NOTE'''
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MPF is a frontend for a number of disc dumping tools. At present the only included tools which can be used for redump submissions are:
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* Redumper (required for Audio CDs and Hasbro VideoNow, and preferred for a number of other systems, [[Redumper status|latest acceptance table]])
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* DiscImageCreator (accepted for most disc types, but NOT Audio CDs)
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While you can use MPF with Aaru for making personal backups of your discs, dumps made with Aaru cannot be accepted at this time.
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==Dumping==
==Dumping==
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* Insert your disc into the drive.
* In the MPF app folder, double click on '''MPF.exe''' to launch the app.
* In the MPF app folder, double click on '''MPF.exe''' to launch the app.
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* If you already have a disc in a drive, or click the 'Scan for discs' button, MPF will attempt to classify the system/media and drive.  But please review and correct if necessary.
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* MPF will scan your disc drive upon launch and  attempt to classify the System/Media (correct if necessary). If it doesn't, click the "Scan" button.
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* '''System/Media Type''': Choose the system name for your disc, then media type if the system supports multiple media types .
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* '''System/Media Type''': Should auto-fill, if not: Choose the system name for your disc, then the media type.
* '''Output Path''': This lists the path and filename for your dump.  You can click Browse to change this, or rename the file directly in the text box.
* '''Output Path''': This lists the path and filename for your dump.  You can click Browse to change this, or rename the file directly in the text box.
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* '''Drive Letter''': This should automatically fill when a disc is in, but if you have multiple disc drives then select the one you wish to dump with.
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* '''Drive Letter''': Should auto-fill, but if you have multiple disc drives then select the one you wish to dump with.
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* '''Drive Speed''': You can leave the default speed. (Pro mode: Select the drive speed you wish to dump with).
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* '''Drive Speed''': Default value is fine. (Advanced: Select the drive speed you wish to dump with).
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* '''Dumping Program''': For Audio CDs, select 'redumper.' For most other formats, you can leave the default option here.
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* '''Dumping Program''': Default value is fine.
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* '''Parameters''': You can leave this as is. (Pro mode: Add your desired command line / dumping parameters here).
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* '''Parameters''': Default value is fine.
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* '''Start Dumping''': Click this and your dump will begin! A separate window will pop-up displaying the progress of your dump. When the process is finished, the window will close and an 'Eject' dialog will appear informing you it is safe to eject the disc. Click OK and the Disc Information window appears, leading us to our next step, collecting information (below).
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* '''Scan for protection''': Ignore this button (protection scanning will occur during dumping).
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* '''Start Dumping''': Click to start dumping. A separate window will pop-up displaying the progress of your dump. When the process is finished, the window will close and an 'Eject' dialog will appear informing you it is safe to eject the disc. Click "OK" and the Disc Information window appears, leading us to our next step, collecting information (below).
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Additional Notes:
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* If you have a redump account, you can go to Tools --> Options --> Login Info, and enter your redump login information here.  What this will do, is check after a completed dump, to see if your dump matches one on the redump database.  If it does, it will auto-populate some basic info to help with the information collection process and to indicate it is a verification.
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* If your disc is new and not a verification, please do a second dump to confirm that the hashes match.  There is a small possibility of errors in the initial dump not being caught. 
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* The "Scan for protection" option is just for checking if a PC disc has copy protection without dumping the disc. If you are dumping a disc, MPF will automatically scan for protection during the process, so you can usually ignore this button.
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* If dumping a UHD/BD-XL disc (e.g. PS5) using UHD friendly drives (e.g. ASUS BW-16D1HT), the 'sleep bug' can be encountered during dumping with redumper. It is safe to eject and re-insert the disc during redumper's skeleton/hash steps if the drive makes unusual noises while idle.
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==Collecting Information about your Disc==
==Collecting Information about your Disc==
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* After your dump is complete, the next step is to fill in information about your disc in the 'Disc Information' window.  There are many sections here, but not all of them are relevant for each disc.  We'll cover below the required elements and most common ones.
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After your dump is complete, the next step is to fill in information about your disc in the 'Disc Information' window.  There are many sections here, but not all of them are relevant for each disc.  We'll cover below the required elements and most common ones.
* '''Common Info''': This tab is for general information about your disc
* '''Common Info''': This tab is for general information about your disc
** '''Title''': Enter the main title of the game or disc (ex: Final Fantasy VII)
** '''Title''': Enter the main title of the game or disc (ex: Final Fantasy VII)
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* '''Contents''': This tab is also optional.  You can list the contents if you've verified them in the disc's content.  For example, a list of demos on a compilation disc.  Or a list of song titles on an audio disc.
* '''Contents''': This tab is also optional.  You can list the contents if you've verified them in the disc's content.  For example, a list of demos on a compilation disc.  Or a list of song titles on an audio disc.
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* '''Ringcodes''': This tab is for entering the ring code information, as presented physically on your disc.  This information is usually on the data side of the disc near the center/hole.  If you need assistance, please use the [[Ring Code Guide]].
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* '''Ringcodes''': This tab is for entering the ring code information, as presented physically on your disc.  This information is usually on the data side of the disc near the center/hole.  If you need assistance, please use the [[Ring Code Guide]]. Optionally: You can include ring code scans or pictures in your submission.
* '''Read-Only Info''': This tab displays information automatically detected by the program.  You do not have to enter anything here.
* '''Read-Only Info''': This tab displays information automatically detected by the program.  You do not have to enter anything here.
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==Submitting Info to Redump.org database==
==Submitting Info to Redump.org database==
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Copy and paste the contents of the filled out !Submission.txt file from your output onto the [http://forum.redump.org/forum/11/new-dumps/ New Dumps] forum or [http://forum.redump.org/forum/16/verifications/ Verifications] forum.
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Now that you've dumped your disc, it's time to gather the relevant information and make a submission to the redump database. Please first read the [http://forum.redump.org/topic/27378/read-this-how-to-submit-new-dumps-verifications/ submission guidelines] on the forum and note the following:
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Zip and Upload all output files EXCEPT .bin, .iso, .scm files and include them with your submission. Attachment to forum submission post or include a download link (Google Drive, Dropbox, mega.nz, etc).
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* New dumpers need to sign up on the forum [http://forum.redump.org/topic/12228/want-to-register-please-read-first/ here] and wait for account approval
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* For new discs, those with dumper status should always use the [http://redump.org/newdisc/ New Disc form], adding external links to their logs in the Comments box.
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* New dumpers can submit initial dumps to the [http://forum.redump.org/forum/11/new-dumps/ New Dumps] forum page until they receive Dumper status.
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There are a number of pieces of information that should be gathered prior to making a submission. If posting on the forums, please ensure that the information is formatted according to the [[Submission Template]].
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Upload all output files along with your submission according to the table below. Output files should be zipped (<code>.zip</code> or <code>.7z</code>) for easier processing. They can be included as an attachment to forum submissions, or as a download link (Google Drive, Dropbox, mega.nz, etc).  If you are submitting a new disc through the new disc form, you can add a link to the logs in the 'comments' section of your submission. '''Do not upload logs to a site which: restricts number/size of downloads per day; requires creation of a user account to download; deletes files after a certain length of time'''.
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Optionally, include scans of your media, especially in cases where ringcodes were difficult to read. This may help moderators validate or fix any incorrect information. '''THIS IS ENTIRELY OPTIONAL AND IS NOT REQUIRED FOR SUBMISSION'''
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{| class="wikitable" style="padding: 20px;"
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! Program !! Files by Extension !! Status
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| rowspan=25 style="width: 150px; text-align: center;" | '''DiscImageCreator''' || "Command file" (date-suffixed <code>.txt</code> file) || Required
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| <code>.c2</code> || Required if generated
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If you are using the new disc form, you can try using [https://github.com/nightson/UserScripts/raw/main/RedumpReimagined.user.js this script] to fill out the form if you prefer entering your dump information in the MPF program, saving time. Make sure that "Output submission JSON" is turned on in MPF's settings, fill out the information after the dump is done, then decompress the submission .gz file and copy and paste the information to the large box that is now on the top of the new disc form.
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For "Dumper" status users submitting a New Disc through the [http://redump.org/newdisc/ New Disc form], link to the logs in the "Comments" section of your submission.
==See Also==
==See Also==

Latest revision as of 20:10, 2 November 2024

This dumping guide is for:

For all other formats see Dumping Guides.

If you have any questions about the process or need assistance, please reach out in the forum or in the VGPC Discord.


Contents

Tools

Dumping

  • Insert your disc into the drive.
  • In the MPF app folder, double click on MPF.exe to launch the app.
  • MPF will scan your disc drive upon launch and attempt to classify the System/Media (correct if necessary). If it doesn't, click the "Scan" button.
  • System/Media Type: Should auto-fill, if not: Choose the system name for your disc, then the media type.
  • Output Path: This lists the path and filename for your dump. You can click Browse to change this, or rename the file directly in the text box.
  • Drive Letter: Should auto-fill, but if you have multiple disc drives then select the one you wish to dump with.
  • Drive Speed: Default value is fine. (Advanced: Select the drive speed you wish to dump with).
  • Dumping Program: Default value is fine.
  • Parameters: Default value is fine.
  • Scan for protection: Ignore this button (protection scanning will occur during dumping).
  • Start Dumping: Click to start dumping. A separate window will pop-up displaying the progress of your dump. When the process is finished, the window will close and an 'Eject' dialog will appear informing you it is safe to eject the disc. Click "OK" and the Disc Information window appears, leading us to our next step, collecting information (below).

Collecting Information about your Disc

After your dump is complete, the next step is to fill in information about your disc in the 'Disc Information' window. There are many sections here, but not all of them are relevant for each disc. We'll cover below the required elements and most common ones.

  • Common Info: This tab is for general information about your disc
    • Title: Enter the main title of the game or disc (ex: Final Fantasy VII)
    • Foreign Title (Non-Latin): If it is a non-USA or non-English disc, include that title here (ex: ファイナルファンタジーⅦ)
    • Disc Number / Letter: If part of a multi-disc set, include the disc number here (ex: 1, 2, 3, A, B, C)
    • Disc Title: If part of a multi-disc set, include the identifying disc title here (ex: Install Disc, Play Disc)
    • Category: Select the category that represents your disc/content (ex: Games, Demos, Audio, Video, etc.)
    • Region: Select the region for your disc (ex: USA, Japan, Europe, etc.)
    • Languages: (Optional) Select the actual playable languages available for the disc. Leave this empty if you haven't actually tested the languages, in-game.
    • Serial: Enter the serial/identification code on the disc label, if any (ex: SLPS 00700, SCUS 97472)
    • Barcode: Enter the numbers under the barcode (EAN/UPC/etc.), usually on the back cover. If multiple barcodes, enter each one separated by a comma. Enter exactly as printed on the item (ex: 7 22674 10017 5)
    • Version: (Optional) Some systems will auto-populate this. For PC games, enter the version number if you have confirmed in-game or on the disc (ex: 1.00, v2.2.5, etc.)
    • Edition: Enter the main release / edition for the game. If it is the standard original retail release, this would typically be "Original." Some other examples are Demo, Greatest Hits, Platinum, PlayStation 2 the Best, etc.
  • Additional Info: This tab is for additional comments / ID numbers. Most are optional and/or don't apply to each disc. If your item has an ISBN or specific publisher ID (SEGA ID code, Konami ID, etc.) you can include it here.
  • Contents: This tab is also optional. You can list the contents if you've verified them in the disc's content. For example, a list of demos on a compilation disc. Or a list of song titles on an audio disc.
  • Ringcodes: This tab is for entering the ring code information, as presented physically on your disc. This information is usually on the data side of the disc near the center/hole. If you need assistance, please use the Ring Code Guide. Optionally: You can include ring code scans or pictures in your submission.
  • Read-Only Info: This tab displays information automatically detected by the program. You do not have to enter anything here.

Once you have entered all the information about your disc, click the 'Accept' button and everything will be saved to a file in your dump's folder called !submissionInfo.txt, which you can use to submit your disc to redump.org!

Submitting Info to Redump.org database

Copy and paste the contents of the filled out !Submission.txt file from your output onto the New Dumps forum or Verifications forum.

Zip and Upload all output files EXCEPT .bin, .iso, .scm files and include them with your submission. Attachment to forum submission post or include a download link (Google Drive, Dropbox, mega.nz, etc).

For "Dumper" status users submitting a New Disc through the New Disc form, link to the logs in the "Comments" section of your submission.

See Also

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