I am having issues installing my dvd writer I installed it but my computer doesn't even read it at all its like i didn't even put it in the computer it only reads the main cd drive what should i do?
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Re: samsung dvd writer
Most common problem is the "jumper" setting is wrong. You can do several things. Some you may already have done, but check it any way.
1. make sure the SATA cables are completely plugged in correctly. Power is plugged in.
2. Check the "jumper" on the back of the burner. Should be in "Slave" position even though the manual doesn't say it, it says "Master/Slave".
3. Go into "control panel", then to "system" then to "Hardware". Check to see if you have a "yellow !" for CD devices. If you do click on it and remove it. Close all windows and "restart".
That should fix it. If it doesn't, check the "compatability" of the Motherboard per Samsungs website. Some mother boards are just not compatible. Might not hurt to check that first before you do anything else.
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Rivka jacker.
no OS stated no PC stated.
plug it in,
if the OS is not old , it PnP (web connected PC only)
and it works.
I have the $12 clone of this ext dvd drive and works on all machine in my house and lab. easy as pie, plug and play.
Check the connections are properly given and Goto the BIOS settings and make sure your DVD writer is enabled. Now check whether your DVD writer is enabled in divice manager.
yes your quite correct, starforce once installed can damage the fimware more so for multi writers, a common problem will be slower recording speeds.
It can even damage the hardware itself and render the writer totally useless.
If your getting to that stage, for the price of a new writer, it's not worth the worry, replacing the drive is the only answer.
wont read install disc
the same problem
I want to install DVD writer ,but have lost DVD writer install disc
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