DVD drive malfunction

Discussion in 'Hardware' started by southerngq, Dec 18, 2010.

  1. southerngq

    southerngq Private E-2

    I am getting an odd error message from my DVD drive. If I click on the drive (D) WITHOUT a CD in it, it says "please insert a cd into drive D". If I click on the drive WITH a cd in the drive I get : D:\ is not accessible- Incorrect function.
    I have tried the little "Fixit" program that's out there and it wont run.

    What can I do to fix this issue?
    This all began when I was trying to make several dvd's. I am using DVD-RW disks.

    I appreciate your help.
     
    southerngq, Dec 18, 2010
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  2. plodr

    plodr MajorGeek Super Extraordinaire Moderator Staff Member

    Right-Click on the drive and select Properties
    Then click the Recording Tab and be sure that "Enable CD Recording On This Drive" is selected.
     
    plodr, Dec 18, 2010
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  3. gman863

    gman863 MajorGeek

    Adding to plodr's advice (and based on your statement you're burning several DVDs), it's usually a good idea to give the drive a rest after each batch of 3-4 discs.

    During the burning process the drive generates a lot of heat. By giving it a few minutes to cool down you'll likely extend its life.
     
    gman863, Dec 19, 2010
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