The drve reads a cd but does not read a dvd just keeps spinning i tried to update drivers but that didnt work

I uninstalled my drive and restarted my computer. When everything was back up, Windows automatically searched for and found an updated driver for my drive and everything is perfect now.

run windows update and get back to us

sounds like the DVD drive is in need of some repair there if its making some odd sounds and miss reading CDs and DVDs also make sure connections are good behind the drive

i have LG DVd writer combo drive. it reads cd but does not read dvd.

gracias por los drivers

you may need to update drivers for your dvd and computer..check for those on the makers website

Make sure it is a dvd player. if it is try to update your computer, and drivers.Hope this helps.

Just a suggestion, try to update your drivers.. If you have installed any third party cd burner just uninstalled it. after uninstalling, clean the registry via ccleaner, regcure, or any other 3rd party cleaner... then update your drivers... most of the 3rd party cd burner software are damaging your cd drivers...

gud luck

DVD Player is needed go here and download the trial ones see if it plays your DVD http://apps.corel.com/lp/ivi/index.html

There are two common causes for these kinds of problems: software doesn't match, or media doesn't match. also, there a lack of info in here. is drive capable of reading dvd's when it is used for other purposes? 1. are you sure you got the right firmware? check for updates on brand site or on google. 2. try using several types of media from diffrent brands. some drives cannot read specific media (for instance, sony drivers sometimes having trouble with JVC media). 3. the least common, but worst option by far is a hardware problem. if drive is bad, you should try and replace it in case your warrenty didnt expire.