Hi, I have a problem with my CD Drive.
It's not working when I insert a CD. I have tried loads of stuff to repair it but it was of no use. Could anyone tell me what I need to do to fix this up all by myself?? I don't want someother person coming and fixing it up. Pleaseeee........if not I'll have to call that person
2007-02-01 02:03:49 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Other - Hardware
First, see if the computer recognizes an error:
1 - Go to My Computer, Right click, click properties, click on the hardware tab, hit device manager, open the CD Rom drives icon from + to -, right click on it, and hit properties.
If it's working fine, it will say "This device is working properly." If it is not, you will see a yellow (!) on the CD ROM icon, and it will say "This device has an error" or somesuch message. If so, click on the "Resources" tab and check the message.
2a - If it is not working properly, you will need to right click on the icon and "Uninstall" it, then select "Scan for Hardware Changes" and the computer should "reboot" the CD ROM Drive. You may want to double check the CDROM Manufacturer for updated drivers to install for the CDROM. When you hit "Scan for hardware changes", the computer will ask you to decide which driver to install, or to let the computer do it automatically. Manually choose the updated driver, if it's available.
2b - If it is working properly, check the physical drive for obstructions in the tray or or physical damage. Also, try using different kinds of CD's such as music, or data CDs.
3 - Check back here with your results.
2007-02-01 02:12:15 · answer #1 · answered by frenzee2000 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
whether that is not any longer recognizing the cd than try yet another one. If that doesn't artwork flow on your gadget supervisor and delete the cdpersistent icon and then flow to the cd/dvd burners internet site (dell, gateway, hp, etc) variety interior the form huge variety and then re-acquire the drivers for this gadget. make sure your anti virus is off additionally it may instantaneous you to reset your laptop for the changes to ensue. If this doesnt artwork than your cd/dvd burner is broken and that i might deliver it decrease back whether it remains below guarantee.
2016-11-02 01:17:53 · answer #2 · answered by roca 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try anyother cd if other cds are working then, cd rom is working properly.
2nd use cd rom cleaner, speical type of cd to clean lense of cd rom.
3rd if still not work, it required the repair, raplce with new or got to any comp hardware shop for repairing
2007-02-01 02:10:39 · answer #3 · answered by Saad 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like the drive itself is bad. It is usually held in place by a couple of screws and two plug in cables. You should be able to change it yourself (or ask a "geeky" friend to help you). Should be a 10 minute job.
2007-02-01 02:09:35 · answer #4 · answered by dewcoons 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
is easy to replace on your own just go by a new cd rom and change it out
2007-02-01 02:07:34 · answer #5 · answered by furmanator1957 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋