IBM PC: SafeDisc / SmartE protection - Revision history

>User7 at 17:50, 17 February 2026

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	~~'''Note'''~~: ~~This page is out of date. Please dump CDs with SafeDisc using Redumper~~		{{Template:Deprecated Guide}}

	==Information & Features==		==Information & Features==

>Deterous at 14:47, 25 January 2025

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	~~This guide will help you understand, identify and properly dump '~~''~~SafeDisc~~''' ~~and~~ '~~''SmartE''' protected discs~~.		'''Note''': This page is out of date. Please dump CDs with SafeDisc using Redumper

	==Information & Features==		==Information & Features==

>Nexy: /* Detection */

2019-09-25T11:56:21Z

Detection

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	== Detection ==		== Detection ==
	For this you need [~~http~~://~~sourceforge~~.~~net~~/~~projects~~/~~burnout~~/ ~~BurnOut~~] or [http://~~protectionid~~.~~owns.it~~/ ~~ProtectionID~~].		For this you need [https://web.archive.org/web/20180101183850/https://pid.gamecopyworld.com/dl.php?f=ProtectionId.690.December.2017.rar ProtectionID download] or [http://sourceforge.net/projects/burnout/ BurnOut].

	If you've installed the game, you can use [http://www.generalfiles.biz/download/gs4e5062a4h32i0/SafediscAnalyser.zip.html SafeDisc Analyser] to find out the exact SafeDisc version being used.		If you've installed the game, you can use [http://www.generalfiles.biz/download/gs4e5062a4h32i0/SafediscAnalyser.zip.html SafeDisc Analyser] to find out the exact SafeDisc version being used.

>Olofolleola4: /* Examples */ Changed to a verified SafeDisc example that contains more information and added one SmartE example.

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Examples: Changed to a verified SafeDisc example that contains more information and added one SmartE example.

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	==Examples==		==Examples==
	*[https://redump.info/disc/~~16501~~/ ~~Star Wars - Jedi Knight - Jedi Academy~~ (Europe) (~~En,Fr,De,Es~~) (~~Disc 1~~)]		*[https://redump.info/disc/20371/ Sid Meier's Civilization III (USA, Europe)] (SafeDisc)
			*[https://redump.info/disc/43148/ Zoo Tycoon 2 (USA)] (SmartE)

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>Jackal: moved IBM PC: SafeDisc / SmartE / LaserLok protection to IBM PC: SafeDisc / SmartE protection

2015-07-05T07:03:37Z

moved IBM PC: SafeDisc / SmartE / LaserLok protection to IBM PC: SafeDisc / SmartE protection

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>Jackal at 07:00, 5 July 2015

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	This guide will help you understand, identify and properly dump '''SafeDisc''', '''SmartE~~''', and '''LaserLok~~''' protected discs.		This guide will help you understand, identify and properly dump '''SafeDisc''' and '''SmartE''' protected discs.

	==Information & Features==		==Information & Features==
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	'''SmartE''' is Microsoft's cheaper version of SafeDisc. It functions very much the same was as SafeDisc, and can be dumped the same way. The key difference is that you should always get a total of 10 errors in your SmartE image. If you get a different value than this, consult with one of the dumping experts on the redump forums. (NOTE: Plextor drives have been found to handle SmartE protection the best. Other drives can produce unreliable results.)		'''SmartE''' is Microsoft's cheaper version of SafeDisc. It functions very much the same was as SafeDisc, and can be dumped the same way. The key difference is that you should always get a total of 10 errors in your SmartE image. If you get a different value than this, consult with one of the dumping experts on the redump forums. (NOTE: Plextor drives have been found to handle SmartE protection the best. Other drives can produce unreliable results.)

	~~'''LaserLok''' is yet another SafeDisc clone that can be dumped in the same way.~~

	== Detection ==		== Detection ==

>MrTikki: /* Information & Features */

2013-11-27T20:17:26Z

Information & Features

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	'''SafeDisc''' is a protection format that places "corrupt" sectors near the beginning of a disc (usually in the 807 - 11920 sector range), although these sectors can be found just about anywhere. The key to dumping SafeDisc images correctly is to make sure that the corrupted sectors are dumped properly. It is also critical to dump the disc at least two times using at least two different drives (the more, the better). If everything goes well, all of your checksums will match.		'''SafeDisc''' is a protection format that places "corrupt" sectors near the beginning of a disc (usually in the 807 - 11920 sector range), although these sectors can be found just about anywhere. The key to dumping SafeDisc images correctly is to make sure that the corrupted sectors are dumped properly. It is also critical to dump the disc at least two times using at least two different drives (the more, the better). If everything goes well, all of your checksums will match.

	'''SmartE''' is Microsoft's cheaper version of SafeDisc. It functions very much the same was as SafeDisc, and can be dumped the same way. The key difference is that you should always get a total of 10 errors in your SmartE image. If you get a different value than this, consult with one of the dumping experts on the redump forums.		'''SmartE''' is Microsoft's cheaper version of SafeDisc. It functions very much the same was as SafeDisc, and can be dumped the same way. The key difference is that you should always get a total of 10 errors in your SmartE image. If you get a different value than this, consult with one of the dumping experts on the redump forums. (NOTE: Plextor drives have been found to handle SmartE protection the best. Other drives can produce unreliable results.)

	'''LaserLok''' is yet another SafeDisc clone that can be dumped in the same way.		'''LaserLok''' is yet another SafeDisc clone that can be dumped in the same way.

>MrTikki: /* Information & Features */

2013-11-27T20:09:36Z

Information & Features

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	'''SafeDisc''' is a protection format that places "corrupt" sectors near the beginning of a disc (usually in the 807 - 11920 sector range), although these sectors can be found just about anywhere. The key to dumping SafeDisc images correctly is to make sure that the corrupted sectors are dumped properly. It is also critical to dump the disc at least two times using at least two different drives (the more, the better). If everything goes well, all of your checksums will match.		'''SafeDisc''' is a protection format that places "corrupt" sectors near the beginning of a disc (usually in the 807 - 11920 sector range), although these sectors can be found just about anywhere. The key to dumping SafeDisc images correctly is to make sure that the corrupted sectors are dumped properly. It is also critical to dump the disc at least two times using at least two different drives (the more, the better). If everything goes well, all of your checksums will match.

	'''SmartE''' is Microsoft's cheaper version of SafeDisc. It functions very much the same was as SafeDisc, and can be dumped the same way.		'''SmartE''' is Microsoft's cheaper version of SafeDisc. It functions very much the same was as SafeDisc, and can be dumped the same way. The key difference is that you should always get a total of 10 errors in your SmartE image. If you get a different value than this, consult with one of the dumping experts on the redump forums.

	'''LaserLok''' is yet another SafeDisc clone that can be dumped the same way.		'''LaserLok''' is yet another SafeDisc clone that can be dumped in the same way.

	== Detection ==		== Detection ==

>MrTikki: /* Subs & CCDs (Optional) */

2013-11-27T09:41:29Z

Subs & CCDs (Optional)

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	Sub-headers and CCD data can be extremely useful in disc replication and emulation. While redump does not presently archive this information, it is generally a good idea to capture this data for personal preservation purposes. Additional steps may be required for mixed-mode discs (i.e. discs containing CDDA). Search the forums or ask one of the MODs for help if you get stuck.		Sub-headers and CCD data can be extremely useful in disc replication and emulation. While redump does not presently archive this information, it is generally a good idea to capture this data for personal preservation purposes. Additional steps may be required for mixed-mode discs (i.e. discs containing CDDA). Search the forums or ask one of the MODs for help if you get stuck.

	* Use [http://www.slysoft.com/en/clonecd.html CloneCD] to generate a valid CCD file. Be sure to ~~create &~~ use this [/Setting_Up#CloneCD custom profile].		* Use [http://www.slysoft.com/en/clonecd.html CloneCD] to generate a valid CCD file. Be sure to use this [/Setting_Up#CloneCD custom profile].
	* Use Subdump to capture highly accurate sub-header data from the disc. Subdump is an internal development tool, and is presently only available upon request. Ask a Moderator if you have interest in using it.		* Use Subdump to capture highly accurate sub-header data from the disc. Subdump is an internal development tool, and is presently only available upon request. Ask a Moderator if you have interest in using it.

>MrTikki: /* Sub-Headers (Optional) */

2013-11-27T09:40:58Z

Sub-Headers (Optional)

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	Most SafeDisc titles are data-only. However, a few mixed-mode discs (data+audio) have been spotted in the wild. If your SafeDisc protected disc happens to contain audio tracks...it is CRITICAL that you dump the data portion of the image separately from the AUDIO tracks and then dump the AUDIO tracks in the normal way. This is because the suggested dumping software translates SafeDisc errors in a special way, and if any SafeDisc errors are present in the audio tracks they will need to be read "normally."		Most SafeDisc titles are data-only. However, a few mixed-mode discs (data+audio) have been spotted in the wild. If your SafeDisc protected disc happens to contain audio tracks...it is CRITICAL that you dump the data portion of the image separately from the AUDIO tracks and then dump the AUDIO tracks in the normal way. This is because the suggested dumping software translates SafeDisc errors in a special way, and if any SafeDisc errors are present in the audio tracks they will need to be read "normally."

	==~~Sub-Headers~~ (Optional)==		==Subs & CCDs (Optional)==
	Sub-headers can be extremely useful ~~for~~ disc replication and emulation. While redump does not presently archive this information, it is generally a good idea to capture this data for personal preservation purposes. Additional steps may be required for mixed-mode discs (i.e. discs containing CDDA). Search the forums or ask one of the MODs for help if you get stuck.		Sub-headers and CCD data can be extremely useful in disc replication and emulation. While redump does not presently archive this information, it is generally a good idea to capture this data for personal preservation purposes. Additional steps may be required for mixed-mode discs (i.e. discs containing CDDA). Search the forums or ask one of the MODs for help if you get stuck.

			* Use [http://www.slysoft.com/en/clonecd.html CloneCD] to generate a valid CCD file. Be sure to create & use this [/Setting_Up#CloneCD custom profile].
	* Use Subdump to capture highly accurate sub-header data from the disc. Subdump is an internal development tool, and is presently only available upon request. Ask a Moderator if you have interest in using it.		* Use Subdump to capture highly accurate sub-header data from the disc. Subdump is an internal development tool, and is presently only available upon request. Ask a Moderator if you have interest in using it.