cd rom issues with XP

Got a wierd issue that I dont know how to fix. The problem is when I am using a cd or dvd burning program and a error occurs in the burning.

The errors usually are bad disk unable to record etc. I will get a pop up telling me to try another disk.

When I place a new disk into the drive it will immediately tell me that this disk is full and please replace it with a empty cd or dvd. I can try every new cd that I have and it will not except itas empty.

When I look at the properties of the dvd or cd it tell me that it is full and there is no unused space on the disk.

It seems that I need to clear something to reset the reading of the disk.

Does this make sense to someone

If I shut down windows and reboot it will clear the memory and then work, however if I come across another burn error I must reboot the computer again.

Any ideas????

Larry

 

If that doesn't resolve the problem, Newegg's got a Samsung DVD burner for $17.99 (USD), including Shipping.

SAMSUNG 22X DVD Burner 22X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 16X DVD+R DL 22X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 24X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM Black SATA Model SH-222AL/BSBE LightScribe Support - OEM
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827151243​

 

Doc, I understand you are trying to help but suggesting new parts when you don't even know what kind of system GTNMUDDY has is a little risky don't you think?

(It's not the first time you've promoted newegg either, there are other providers out there).

 

I dont think the drive is the issue.

After trying different things I find that if the burn is successful the problem does not occur.

If I get a burn error or if I abort the burn, the problem occurs. The only solution to fix it is to shut down and reboot.

This problem just started to occur after I loaded some programs to edit and burn avi/wmv files to dvd format.

I have been using Record Now for abut 10 years and didnt have a problem. Now I have a issue with the dvd drive.

It is almost like I need to clear a buffer so my system looks at the drive as new and not what happened on the last function.

I may just pick up another drive anyway as my second dvd drive in my system has had issues with ejecting disks, tray jams up.

 

I like to use this site. Good place to get different prices.

http://www.pricewatch.com/

 

Which program & version ?

 

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A brand new SAMSUNG SH-222AL/BSBE DVD Burner is risky?

For Newegg's whopping total of $17.99?

And that includes delivery by UPS in 2-3 days?

Where's the risk?

(I've paid more for a greasy Pizza from some local dive, delivered in an ancient smoking rattletrap, driven by some weird psycho. Talk about a risk. )

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Why Newegg? More often than not they have the cheapest price, (Froogle it to double-check), and, they can put what I want in my hands in 2 to 3 days, often for free.

If you don't want to use 'em, don't. <shrug>

 

Yeah, it fits great inside my laptop...

I think I just pointed it out

 

And here I was thinking we were trying to fix HIS computer.

It was when he said:

I assumed he meant a desktop computer. Could be wrong of course. You know what they say about assuming.

 

Fair point, how about discussing PATA & SATA then

Seriously I'm not having a go Doc, just suggesting that we get to know what the poster has before recommending replacements.

 

Like I said, I thought I, (not "we "), did.

Don't believe I've ever run across a laptop with two DVD drives. Never know though. Someone's probably got one somewhere.

 

OK, If you're are 100% convinced that a SATA drive will fit into Larry's system without additional adaptors then I can only bow to your greater knowledge.

PS I would have brought this up via PM's but you don't accept any.

 

Oh now I see what you're saying. Newegg also still has several of the older PATA (IDE) DVD burner models as well:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...05&IsNodeId=1&bop=And&Order=PRICE&PageSize=20