I cant' burn CD's on my computer anymore...?

Question

I used to burn cds on my computer ( compaq Presario) and now the drive wont read the cds when I put them in. It says to put a clean cd, but I already have. I took it to get it looked at, but they said it was ok and they burned cds with it, but I cant do it at home

Answer 1

You need to use Nero or Roxio burning software, you can get it from Staples or Office Depot for about $20.

First Uninstall your current burning software, then install your new software.

Make sure the type of disc you are using has never been burned before, and that it is clean and new.

Answer 2

You should check to see if your cd burner software is still installed on your computer. Was it a temporary download? Like for 30 or 60 days? If they burned cd's with it, and you used to, it might be an upgrade that you need.
Try reinstalling windows xp to repair it.

Answer 3

hi Deb. You did no longer say the form of CDs which you have been making use of. in case you have been making use of Sony, which could be your problem. while Sony began getting them made in Asia to keep funds the huge-unfold went right down to the degree the place a musician could infrequently use them anymore. while you're making use of Sony, end making use of them and use something else. i began out making use of Verbatim and in no way returned had an issue. If of direction you're making use of something else and the subject persists, you're able to need a clean burner. I was hoping i became waiting to assist somewhat. Cheers, Eric.

Answer 4

it happened 2 me too.......but was not so worse.....in my case when i ran a cd cpu usage was 100% and i couldnt run any other programs during that time.
what i did was reinstalled the XP and that fixed the problem.
if nothing works u can try this

Answer 5

try cleaning the lens or reinstall the software or try different brand CD s

Answer 6

Sometimes, you can get a bad batch of CDs.... it's happened to me..... some worked - some didn't...... just another possibility.

Answer 7

try other Cds. Use CD-R some CD drivers will only write on CD-R or CD+R. Though they can read DVD-R and DVD+R, they won't be able to write on it. (like my laptop here... *grabs hammar*)

Answer 8

u need a new burner about around 780$.it will work realy goood if u use one from big lots.

Answer 9

your drive is prolly worn out. mine was. and it was under warenty and we sent it to gateway..and bam...it works again. yay.
so call
1-800 computerthingerrrr.
like idk go to a computer store like best buy..maybe the geek sqwad will come fix it. omg if they dooo like take pictures and mail it to me.

Answer 10

do a complete update