* NEW User-friendly and intuitive interface
(Nero StartSmart)
* NEW One-click Rip, Burn and Copy functions
* NEW Easy export and share to YouTube™, MySpace® and My Nero
* High Definition format support
* Stream to Xbox 360™ and PlayStation® 3
* Backup files to CDs, DVDs, HD DVDs, and
Blu-ray Discs
* Optimized for Windows Vista®
* Continual free updates and so much more!



Nero StartSmart, the project launcher for Nero 8 Ultra Edition, lets you directly access features and perform one-click functions. The intuitive interface makes creating and managing digital projects easy and enjoyable. Optimized for use with Windows Vista®, Nero StartSmart even has an integrated newsfeed system.
Nero 8 Ultra Edition takes home entertainment around the house
Nero Home 3 – Media Management SystemOrganize and manage all your multimedia files with Nero’s home media center. Nero 8 Ultra Edition lets you use your Xbox 360™ or PlayStation® 3 to stream High Definition video content and surround sound audio files to enjoy in the comfort of any room in your house.

Nero 8 Ultra Edition offers increased data security
SecurDisc Viewer – View SecurDisc protected filesNo more worries over losing data! Nero 8 Ultra Edition has back up features that let you rest easy knowing your data is safe in case of a complete system crash or a damaged disc. Recover your data quickly and easily and create discs that are password protected. SecurDisc technology gives you peace of mind.


General System Requirements

* Internet access or fax machine is required to activate certain technologies*
* DVD-ROM-compatible drive required for installation
* Microsoft® Windows® 2000 (SP 4 or later); Windows® XP SP1; Windows Server 2003 SP1; Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005, Windows Vista Home/Business/Ultimate (except for Nero ImageDrive and Nero Search)
* Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition/Windows Vista x64 Edition (all applications except InCD, InCD Reader, Nero Scout, Nero ImageDrive, and gadgets work in the x86 emulator that allows 32-bit Windows applications to run)
* Microsoft® Windows Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher
* 1 GHz Intel® Pentium® III; AMD Sempron™ 2200+ or equivalent
* 256 MB RAM (512 MB RAM for Windows Vista)
* 1.5 GB hard drive space for a typical installation of all components
* Graphics card: min. 32 MB video memory, min. resolution 800 x 600 pixels, hardware overlay support, and min. 16-bit color settings
* CD, DVD, Blu-ray, or HD DVD recordable or rewritable drive for burning and playback
* Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c or higher
* Installation of the latest WHQL-certified device drivers is strongly recommended