Hello, very recently this new problem has arised in my LG GSA-4167B DVD Writer. Whenever I insert any CD or DVD in the ROM the PC restarts ..this goes on for 2-3 times ...then finally I'm able to read the disc. This has also adversely affected my HDD. Kindly provide a solution...thanks
What is happening is that the dvdrom firmware or the laser is failing and cannot read the disc; and because the pc is using all the system resources trying to do so; it appears that you cannot get anything to run, making it seem as if the hard drive is faulty also, though not the case.
You will need to replace the drive if this is a common occurance, as the life of a dvd drive nowadays dependant on use is aprox 2 years, because as the prices come down so does the quality of the laser required to burn and read discs.
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posted on Aug 27, 2008
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I hav the exact same problem,and i think i have the same drive.
I bought the LG 20x external super multi DVD rewriter because the cd/dvd drive is not working in my...
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I bought the LG 20x external super multi DVD rewriter because the cd/dvd drive is not working in my HP PC. I connected up as instructed. PC said it noted new device.Inserted CD software.
Indicator light on drive flashed for a few seconds.
When I try to send pictures to blank CD in drive message says no CD/disc detected. A disc with pictures on is not detected either.This was the problem with the CD tray in the PC tower.
I cannot see the LG programme listed in my installed programme list.
Please give advice on what steps to take to get software installed and running.
Many thanks.
Malcolm
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