How do I format a Write Protected DVD

[brotherrolf]

How do I format a write proted DVD?

 

[badge]

A DVD doesn't need formatting.

 

[rwarth]

A DVD doesn't need formatting.

I am referring to a DVD That has already been written on and I want to format it to rerecord.
I get a message that says "Write protected."

 

[badge]

Only a DVD-RW can be 'reformatted' or reused. DVD's are not formatted and reused.

 

[rwarth]

Only a DVD-RW can be 'reformatted' or reused. DVD's are not formatted and reused.

Thanks, you cleared that up.

 

[brotherrolf]

Best answer selected by brotherrolf.