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Old 07-21-2007, 08:51 PM   #1
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how to test if a dvd/cd drives laser is working properly

I have had some problems with my dvd and cd drives, i have tried multiple times to find drivers for them have used a program on www.driverguide.com dont know 3which one to update.

So my friend mentioned maybe there is something wrong with the laser.

Its not that old, is there a program i can use to test the laser is working properly?

help is much appreciated. thanks
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Old 07-21-2007, 09:44 PM   #2
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What are you trying to do with the drives? IE: just play music / video? Burn disks? etc...

What are your system specs?
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Old 07-22-2007, 12:52 PM   #3
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Some issues can be resolved with a Firmware update for DVDRW's.
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Old 07-23-2007, 05:21 AM   #4
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At the moment im just happy with being able to read whatever is on the disk, im not fussy right now. Will post the specs soon. I think i have already done that though.
ill check.
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Old 07-23-2007, 01:37 PM   #5
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You don't need to install drivers for optical drives. Exactly what problems are you experiencing?
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