CD/DVD DOES NOT RECOGNIZE CD-RW DISK.

Question

Hi!  I'm trying to save files to a CD-RW disk.  This has worked for me before, but all of a sudden it's not recognizing the CD after I have saved the files to the CD using the burn CD drive.   I have a Dimension 4600.  Sony CD-RW CRX216E (standard CD-ROM drives) and Samsung DVD-ROM SD-616E (standard CD-ROM drives).   I have saved the files, but when trying to view the CD it says to 'Insert CD into Drive D,' which I have already done and still doesn't recognize the CD.

osprey4 · Answer

csackmaster:   Ok, you gave an important clue. It worked before and it's no longer working. Just need a few more details: What program or procedure are you using to burn files? What kind of discs?

csackmaster · Answer

Ok, I'm saving documents in MY DOCUMENTS.  I highlight what I want and SEND TO CD-RW (E:).   I'm using a Sony CD-RW.   When I am burning it on to the disk I'm using the E:/ drive and then when I go to read what is on the disk I'm putting it into the D:/ drive.  Hope this helps, if you need more info, let me know please.

csackmaster · Answer

I have sent the things that you wanted to know last night as far as the procedure and what type of CD I'm using.  If possible can you let me know as soon as possible or who I should get a hold of for this issue.  Thank you.

osprey4 · Answer

Open My Computer, then right click the CD-RW drive and select Properties. Tell me if you see a recording tab and/or a 'DLA' tab, and what setting is checked on each tab.

csackmaster · Answer

There is a DLA tab and a Recording tab.   Under the DLA tab - 'Enable DLA on drives' is checked.   Under the Recording tab - 'Enable CD recording' is checked.

csackmaster · Answer

I tried your suggestion twice, but it still doesn't recognize the CD in the DVD-ROM drive.

csackmaster · Answer

Also, just tried to read a floppy disk and this doesn't work either, used to work, but now doesn't.  I think I have gremlins in my computer.

osprey4 · Answer

Disable DLA and try writing some files to a disc, then try to read it in your DVD-ROM drive.

osprey4 · Answer

Ok, let's try these standard troubleshooting steps, including resetting NVRAM. Hopefully, that will reset things.

csackmaster · Answer

Thanks for the information.  I'm still going thru the list of things I was told to do, but this these don't work I may do the same as you have done, thanks again!!! :smileyhappy:

Leo Perras · Answer

Encountered same type problems...Went thru ALL recommended 'fixes' and nothing worked..Just installed Sony Drive ($30- rebate), threw away old drive, and things working well..

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