Problems with HL-DT-ST DVD+-RW GWA4164B

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  1. endrit10

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    Hey there,
    I've been having problems with my HL-DT-ST DVD+-RW GWA4164B.

    First thing is first, here are some details.

    I have a Dell Dimension 3100 with ALL latest updates from dell.
    I have the latest driver for this device.
    I have all the latest BIOS and Firmwire and EVERYTHING.
    I'm Running XP Media Centre Edition 2004 SP3 32-Bit [United Kingdom]
    There are no possible updates for me to install for it, unless i missed something.


    What the actual problem is, is that My drive can READ dvd's and cd's perfectly.
    the problem is i cant WRITE DVD's or CD's
    When i instert a blank cd or dvd nothing happens is just says please insert a disk.

    And yes i have tried over 20+ different disks of different makes, none work and all same error.

    Please help!
    Thanks,

    Endrit10
     
  2. erwinpc

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    Hello ...somebody please help me...Iam having problems withHey there,
    I've been having problems with my HL-DT-ST DVD+-RW GWA4164B.

    First thing is first, here are some details.

    I have a Dell Dimension xps 400 with ALL latest updates from dell.
    I have the latest driver for this device.
    I have all the latest BIOS and Firmwire and EVERYTHING.
    I'm Running XP Media Centre Edition 2006 SP3 32-Bit [Guatemala]
    There are no possible updates for me to install for it, unless i missed something.


    What the actual problem is, is that My drive can READ dvd's and cd's perfectly.
    the problem is i cant WRITE DVD's or CD's
    When i instert a blank cd or dvd nothing happens is just says please insert a blank disk.

    And yes i have tried over 20+ different disks of different makes, none work and all same error.

    Please help!
    Thanks,

    *email removed*
     
    Last edited: Dec 29, 2008
  3. iamtig

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    Does anyone found a resolution to these issues. The drive no longer read or writes, The activity light comes on, but nothing happens on my father-in-law computer. Dell E310 xp media center.
    Check drivers updates etc.

    Probably going to replace the drive. Any suggestions
    Thanks
     

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