To back up a Blu-ray disc to a Hard Disk Drive (HDD), the most reliable, industry-standard method is using MakeMKV to extract a lossless copy of the movie, followed by HandBrake if you choose to compress the file size for easier storage. This guide covers everything from hardware requirements to the final video file. 📋 Prerequisites & Hardware Needs
Before starting, ensure you have the necessary hardware and software setup:
Blu-ray Drive: A standard DVD drive cannot read Blu-ray discs. You need an external or internal Blu-ray Disc Drive connected via USB 3.0 or SATA. Note: If you plan to back up 4K UHD Blu-rays, ensure the drive is “4K-friendly” or flashed with compatible firmware.
Storage Space: Standard Blu-rays require 25 GB to 50 GB of free space, while 4K UHD Blu-rays can take up to 50 GB to 100 GB per disc. Ensure your destination HDD has adequate storage capacity.
Software: Download and install the free tools MakeMKV (for decrypting and extraction) and HandBrake (optional, for compression). 🛠️ Step 1: Extract the Blu-ray with MakeMKV
This step extracts a 1:1, full-quality digital video file (.mkv) directly from the disc onto your hard drive while bypassing encryption protections. Reddit·r/4kbluray
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