DVD RW drive doesn't read dvds, not recognized by XP Pro?
DVD RW drive doesn't read dvds, not recognized by XP Pro?
Need a little help. I'm running XP Pro SP2 and suddenly my dvd rw drive will not read media in the drive. I tested a canon printer installation CD, and it read that, but certain dvds it will not recognize, and I've yet to make the distinction between which ones it does, and why.
I tried the microsoft dvd troubleshooter, didn't help. I tried using the guided registry modification from microsoft, didn't help (I forget the exact terminology of the fix). I uninstalled both Nero and Alcohol 120%, didn't help.
It's a Sony DVD RW DW-U12A with 2.0e drivers, which I updated around two weeks ago.
When I use VSO Inspector to check the media, it doesn't show anything either. When I try to use WMP to play from DVD drive, it says the drive is busy.
For example, it played "The Believer," but not "Apocalypto," both of which were from Netflix. And both discs could be played on my standalone dvd player, which is hooked up to my television.
I have all dvds set to autoplay in Win DVD 7. I believe this is a Win XP problem, but using the guided modification did nothing, so I'm not sure.
Thanks for reading, I'm not expecting this to be resolved anytime soon, but any opinions?
I tried the microsoft dvd troubleshooter, didn't help. I tried using the guided registry modification from microsoft, didn't help (I forget the exact terminology of the fix). I uninstalled both Nero and Alcohol 120%, didn't help.
It's a Sony DVD RW DW-U12A with 2.0e drivers, which I updated around two weeks ago.
When I use VSO Inspector to check the media, it doesn't show anything either. When I try to use WMP to play from DVD drive, it says the drive is busy.
For example, it played "The Believer," but not "Apocalypto," both of which were from Netflix. And both discs could be played on my standalone dvd player, which is hooked up to my television.
I have all dvds set to autoplay in Win DVD 7. I believe this is a Win XP problem, but using the guided modification did nothing, so I'm not sure.
Thanks for reading, I'm not expecting this to be resolved anytime soon, but any opinions?
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Go back to the control panel and uninstall the drives, reboot and let windows reinstall them (windows has drivers so it's automatic). If that doesn't work it might be going bad. Optionally try it in another machine if it does the same thing in another machine it's a bad drive.
I just had a customers dvd burner go the same path, read cd's pretty reliably, dvds when it wanted to, recognized in windows some times, put a disk in and click the icon it'd say please insert media etc. Long story short it was a Sony, replaced it with one from the shelf fired right up. Wal-Mart has lite-on locally, keep the box and receipt they'll replace it if it goes bad.
I just had a customers dvd burner go the same path, read cd's pretty reliably, dvds when it wanted to, recognized in windows some times, put a disk in and click the icon it'd say please insert media etc. Long story short it was a Sony, replaced it with one from the shelf fired right up. Wal-Mart has lite-on locally, keep the box and receipt they'll replace it if it goes bad.
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Sometimes what happens is that you may have a 3rd party program that uses the dvd's drivers. And when you uninstall this program it sometimes takes part of the driver with it. So like he suggested jsut reinstall it.
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Re: DVD RW drive doesn't read dvds, not recognized by XP Pro?
so ok if the delete drive / reinstall still does not work try changeing the ide cable as sometimes these can cause the fault your describing evan just try removeing the cable and pluging it back in can also eleviate the problem which can be caused through thermal creep .. If the problem still accures you may have a dead/dirty lazar which if your not comfortable opening the drive to gain access to the insides of it then it's time to buy a new one i'm afraid
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Re: DVD RW drive doesn't read dvds, not recognized by XP Pro?
Some drives fail like that.I checked a lot on other forums where people said the dvd drive started not to recognise CDs or DVDs.The best way to get rid of the problem is to RMA it
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If it can read CDs just fine but has some trouble with DVD chances are the drive is bunk and new one is needed asap.
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Alright, thanks for the suggestions. The drive came with the computer I bought back in 2003, so unfortunately can't RMA it I'll probably end up buying a new one soon since they are pretty cheap now.
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If you want more of a definite conclusion you could test drive in another computer if are able to access one.
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It sounds like the laser is on its way out.
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It's really strange, because now it did read a disc it wasn't reading previously, so I guess I need a new drive.
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On second thought, can disk drive lasers be replaced or modified?
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Even if they could be, it's not worth the effort tbh. iirc the laser diode is the most expensive part of the player, so getting a new player is not a unreasonable amount more.
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Re: DVD RW drive doesn't read dvds, not recognized by XP Pro?
I believe the diodes run $15-20 when a new drive runs what, $30? Plus it's a big hassle, I've replaced the diode in my old PS2 (it's died since) and I was lucky that it still worked after. Though if you're confidant in your electronics ability and/or you have the money to burn if it goes wrong, go for it.
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I had a friend who had a DVD burner that could read discs just fine but could burn, turns out the laser was just dirty and using CD lens cleaner worked like a charm.
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Yeah, replacing the diode probably isn't a cost effective idea. Will try the lens cleaning.
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Prices of DVD burners are what $40, replacing the diode you're spending $20, then you're risking killing the drive. What if it's not the diode, you're best bet is a new drive.
Plus depending on the age of your drive, a new drive may be a better choice due to better format and disc support, faster burns.
Just my $0.02
Plus depending on the age of your drive, a new drive may be a better choice due to better format and disc support, faster burns.
Just my $0.02
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If your really willin to go the extra mile go buy a SATA card for cheap. and grab a 20X SATA DVD RW drive offa newegg. They are around the same price and really reliable compared to IDE from what ive read.
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Re: DVD RW drive doesn't read dvds, not recognized by XP Pro?
Yurchie: I think that you did the maximum that you can for your Sony dvd-rw drive. When you've flashed it's firmware you did the maximum that you could for your dvd-rw drive. Cleaning lens will perhaps help for a few weeks or months, but the problem will occur again - it's only a matter of time.
Some of my friends told me that they have similar problems, and over the years I've found that people have problems with Panasonic, Sony and even some Lg dvd-rw's. So to save yourself lots of troubles just buy some of the quality brand like Nec, Pioneer of Plextor and you will save yourself lots of time and nerves.
Some of my friends told me that they have similar problems, and over the years I've found that people have problems with Panasonic, Sony and even some Lg dvd-rw's. So to save yourself lots of troubles just buy some of the quality brand like Nec, Pioneer of Plextor and you will save yourself lots of time and nerves.
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Thanks for all the good advice