Trouble w/ Sony (MIJ) burning

I haven't noticed any other problems with any other aspect of the computer since this started happening. I guess I'll give hp a call; it's been driving me nuts.

Is it possible to wear out a DVD writer?

 

OK. I finally found the time and got the courage to call hp(I hate speaking to 1-800 support lines). They said that I have to back up all of my data and then do a full system recovery?

I can't believe that this is the only solution.

Would it be easier to just replace my writer? It doesn't seem that hp writers are all that great any way (not after this experience).

 

If it won't void your warranty, buy a new drive an put it in yourself. Although backing up your system is a good idea anyway - especially if you are going to work on your machine - it's probably cheaper and less hassle than updating your system, sending it back to HP, or being limited to a certain kind of media, etc. Get yourself a nice NEC 3550a or Pioneer 111.

 

Thanks for the sound advice and the recommendations.