Windows sees my DVD player/writer, but it won't read/write any CDs or DVDs

Question

My multi DVD writer (LG GSA-H12L) detects on Windows but does not read or write any CD or DVD

score 1 · Answer 1 · answered Apr 15 '11 at 19:14

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The device could be fine (This is why windows detects it), but the laser could be malfunctioning.

answered Apr 15 '11 at 19:14

xxl3ww

score 0 · Answer 2 · answered Apr 15 '11 at 20:27

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You may want to blow out the drive with compressed air, it could just be dust on the laser tip, be careful not to blow water in and do so with care.

answered Apr 15 '11 at 20:27

N4TKD

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