Why is my disk drive not reading discs?
If multiple discs fail to be recognized, it’s likely there is a problem with the CD-ROM drive. However, if the disc doesn’t work in any computer, it’s probably defective and should be replaced. Try cleaning the drive with a CD/DVD drive cleaning product.
When I put a disk in my computer nothing happens?
What’s most likely happened is that the “auto run” feature has been turned off – either on your system or on that specific drive. That means that by definition nothing happens when you insert a disc.
Why won’t Windows 10 read my CD?
Reinstall or Update Driver in Device Manager Boot to the Windows 10 desktop, then launch Device Manager by pressing Windows key + X and clicking Device Manager. Expand DVD/CD-ROM drives, right-click the optical drive listed, then click Uninstall. Windows 10 will detect the drive then reinstall it.
How do I view a CD on my computer?
Open System Information. In the System Information window, click the + symbol next to Components. If you see “CD-ROM,” click it once to display the CD-ROM in the left window. Otherwise, click “+” next to “Multimedia” and then click “CD-ROM” to see the CD-ROM information in the left window.
How do I manually run a disk?
The steps below detail how to manually run a disk check.
- Open ‘This PC’ (previously known as ‘Computer’ or ‘My Computer’)
- Right-click on the drive you want to check on and select ‘Properties’
- Open the ‘Tools’ tab.
- Click on the ‘Scan drive’ button.
- The scan will now start.
How do I know if my laptop CD drive is working?
How Do I Tell If My CD Drive Is Working?
- Check Operation. Press the button to open the CD-ROM drive. The drive should open to accept a CD.
- Check the Drive. Click “Start” on the taskbar. Click “Computer” on the right side of the Start menu.
- Check Device Manager. Click “Start” on the taskbar. Click “Control Panel.”
Why does my computer not read my disc?
If you can boot from the disc, but Windows cannot read it, it indicates a problem with your drive or Windows rather than the disc. If you have a faulty drive, replace it. Try the disc in another computer’s drive. This will determine only the integrity of the disc, not whether your drive will read it.
Why does my DVD drive not recognize my CD?
If your CD/DVD drive is having trouble recognizing a disc: If you know the disc isn’t blank, check whether the data surface is damaged. Try a different disc. Try the disc in another computer’s drive. Try cleaning the drive with a CD/DVD drive cleaning product.
What to do if your CD drive is not reading?
Fix CD or DVD Drive Not Reading Discs in Windows 10. Method 1: Rollback CD or DVD drive drivers. Method 2: Uninstall CD/DVD drive. Method 3: Run Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter. Method 4: Disable and then enable the DVD or CD drive. Method 5: Registry Fix. Method 6: Create a Registry Subkey. Advertisement.
Why does my computer not boot from the disc?
Booting from the disc involves only the BIOS, the drive, and the boot sector on the disc itself. If you can boot from the disc, but Windows cannot read it, it indicates a problem with your drive or Windows rather than the disc.
