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Can I mount DVDs on Windows 11 without additional software?


Although DVDs are becoming increasingly rare, mounting them on Windows 11 without additional software is quite easy and can be done with one click!




1.) ... Mounting the DVD under Windows 11!
2.) ... If the drive path does not suit you, simply change it!
3.) ... What to watch out for when mounting DVDs on Windows!
4.) ... What are the dangers when mounting DVDs on Windows!


1.) Mounting the DVD under Windows 11!

Option-1:

With a double click on an ISO file the mounting is started automatically. However, this will not work if you have ISO files that are linked to another program on your system, i.e. the Windows file assignment for ISO on the system has been changed!

Option-2:

Click with the right mouse button on an ISO file and select the option "Mount" a drive letter is automatically assigned, here in the example it is the mounting of the installation image Windows11.iso and the Windows has assigned drive 'G' !  

(... see Image-1 Point 1 to 3) 

(Image-1) Mount DVDs on Windows 11 without additional software!
Mount DVDs on Windows 11 without additional software!

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2.) If the drive path does not suit you, simply change it!


1. As always, open the ►  Disk Management 

2. Right-click on the ISO that has just been mounted, which appears as a DVD in the Disk Management

3. And without hesitation, assign a different drive letter

(... see Image-2 Point 1 to 3)

(Image-2) Assign a different drive letter to the DVD after mounting!
Assign a different drive letter to the DVD after mounting!

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3.) What to watch out for when mounting DVDs on Windows!

Actually nothing, except that you can only mount ISOs as long as there are free drive letters, but mounting is really too easy and can be done relatively quickly! How to mount an ISO image in Windows 11, 10, 8.1, and Server 2022, 2019, 2016!

Unmounting is easy too! (... see Image-3 Point 1 and 2)

See also: BIN CD or DVD images in ISO  ►  ISO image on a DVD with CMD commands 




(Image-3) Mount the DVD and then eject it!
Mount the DVD and then eject it!

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4.) What are the dangers when mounting DVDs on Windows!


Mounting DVDs on Windows can pose some potential dangers, although they are usually minor. Here are some of the possible risks:

Malware and viruses: If you mount a DVD from unknown or unsafe sources, there is a risk that the DVD contains malicious software such as malware or viruses that can spread on your system.

Legal Risks: Mounting copyrighted DVDs for which you do not have a license can have legal consequences. It is important to observe relevant copyright regulations.

Data Loss: Mounting a corrupted DVD may result in data loss as the operating system tries to read the corrupted data. Make sure the DVD is in good condition before inserting it.

Incompatibility: Not all DVDs are compatible with every operating system or DVD mounting software. Problems can arise if the operating system does not recognize the DVD correctly or the software does not work properly.

Privacy Issues: Mounting a DVD may result in third parties accessing your data, especially if the DVD is shared on a network. Make sure you take the right security measures to protect your data.


To minimize these risks, you should only buy DVDs from trustworthy sources, pay attention to appropriate licenses, act security-consciously and regularly update your system software to close security gaps. Additionally, using trustworthy DVD mounting software is important to minimize incompatibility issues.





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