acts as a preservationist's tool. By allowing users to convert their aging physical discs into digital formats that can be stored on hard drives, it ensures that titles like Halo 3 , Gears of War , and Lost Odyssey remain playable for decades to come.
The software reads Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.) data from ATA/SATA drives. Version 1.5.0.0 introduced more accurate raw value conversion for newer SSD and HDD models, including:
The tool is typically part of a broader toolset for Xbox 360 enthusiasts:
| Component | Requirement | |-----------|--------------| | OS | Windows 7 SP1 / 8 / 10 / 11 (64-bit recommended) | | CPU | Dual-core 2.0 GHz or better | | RAM | 2 GB (4+ GB for 4K 360 videos) | | Storage | 100 MB for software + scratch space for video processing | | GPU | Not required, but recommended for HEVC decoding | | Dependencies | Visual C++ Redistributable 2015-2022 |