Windows sees my DVD player/writer, but it won't read/write any CDs or DVDs

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My multi DVD writer (LG GSA-H12L) detects on Windows but does not read or write any CD or DVD

Is it showing status as writing in windows? Do you hear the disk spinning while writing? — dbza, Jul 24, 2014 at 19:19

xxl3ww · Accepted Answer · 2011-04-15 19:14:37Z

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The device could be fine (This is why windows detects it), but the laser could be malfunctioning.

answered Apr 15, 2011 at 19:14

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N4TKD · Accepted Answer · 2011-04-15 20:27:17Z

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You may want to blow out the drive with compressed air, it could just be dust on the laser tip, be careful not to blow water in and do so with care.

answered Apr 15, 2011 at 20:27

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