Sometimes, after placing a CD in a CD drive, the computer user dislikes that the data carrier is not detected, and information is not read from it. The reasons for this can be both scratches on the disc itself and hardware malfunctions of the drive.
Instructions
Step 1
Install the latest drivers for your CD drive. If the device is new, the operating system may not be able to automatically recognize the device. Download required programs from the Internet is required.
Step 2
Think about what programs or games you have installed recently. Some of them, especially if it is a pirated version, create virtual CD or DVD drives using the Daemon Tools and Alcohol 120% programs in the My Computer folder so that they can subsequently boot without using a boot disk. As a result, the devices begin to conflict with each other, and a regular CD drive is recognized by the computer as a secondary one. Remove virtual media from the "My Computer" folder by right-clicking on them and selecting "Eject".
Step 3
Make sure that the CD is not scratched, dirty or covered with dust on the surface, otherwise the reading component of the drive will simply not be able to read it. Gently wipe the dirty disc with a soft cloth, working from the center to the outside. Never wipe the CD-ROM with a wet cloth.
Step 4
If the drive tray does not open or the reading process does not start after inserting the disc, disassemble the computer case and check that the drive cable is firmly attached to the computer case. If the ribbon cable is out of order, replace it or change the power plug.
Step 5
Over time, the internal parts of the drive also become covered with dust, including the laser head, which interferes with the reading of the discs. If you have the appropriate skills, you can disassemble the drive and gently clean the peephole from dust with an ear stick slightly moistened with alcohol, or try using special cleaning discs with glued brushes. When the drive attempts to read the storage medium, the brushes will clean the dust from the laser head.
