 Cd/dvd Works Ok With Dvds But Not Cds |
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 Jul 31 2006, 12:32 PM
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what should i do? it used to function ok |
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Jul 31 2006, 02:11 PM
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Have you tried cleaning the lens yet? That is the first thing I would try. You can buy a cleaning kit at a computer store or an office supply store for under $10 USD.
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Jul 31 2006, 03:20 PM
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a new one of these are about $30 it doent make sense to buy a cleaning kit for $10
I spoke to my tech guy. he says that it could be that the laser for the CD is messed up and they usually go bad after about a year of use!!!! is that true? can I verify that? |
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Jul 31 2006, 03:51 PM
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Forum Addict Group: BC Advisor Posts: 2,651 Joined: 23-September 05 Member No.: 34,941 |
It's your money. I think $10 is less than $30. And if you buy a new one you should clean the lens on occasion anyway. It will probably last much longer.
-------------------- ALBERT FRANKENSTEIN
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Jul 31 2006, 10:57 PM
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I am kind of thinking that your tech guy is also the Salesman at Staples. Could I be right by any chance? If he is a salesman they are ALWAYS trying to get you to spend more then you need...
The cleaning kit would be a good idea... and they are reusable so you can clean other drives and cd-players in your house. I would try the 10$ option first. -------------------- "A kiss is just a kiss until you find the one you love. A hug is just a hug until you find the one your always thinking of. A dream is just a dream until it comes true. Love is just a word until its proven to you."
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Aug 1 2006, 12:06 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 22 Joined: 24-April 06 Member No.: 65,288 |
no,
actually he just buitls computers and all. anyhow I got the cleaner but no luck. It still gives me the same error that no CDs in there. I have installed the latest firmware too but nothing has happen. This one was an OEM. eventhough there is a very nice deal on an OEM which is a higher Model than the one i have (NEC 3550A + 512 SD card = $32) I think I am better off going with retail package. what do u you think? I cant afford to buy a Dvd burner every year. |
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