Problem with laptop not detecting external CD drive
Problem with laptop not detecting external CD drive
The cd,/dvd burner isn't working on my Lenovo Ideapad 100, so I've purchased an external one. When connected, it makes a connect sound but nothing appears in the taskbar indicating a new device. Burning files to a CDR still fails because the old burner is interfering. Can someone assist? Do I need to adjust settings for the laptop to recognize it?
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It's an Origbelie external CD/DVD drive. With Windows 10, it indicates compatibility with versions 10 and 11.
Is this the correct page? Also, have you used it on other computers or laptops?
I was worried it might be damaged after the postman pushed it through the letterbox and it fell about three feet onto the floor. I expected him to ring the bell and give it to me! It was in a small box, though, and it seems to have held up well on the disc I just burned. Will the drop have affected its lifespan?
I've managed to successfully burn some files onto a CDR using the new external drive I purchased. I'm attempting the same with a DVD-R this time but facing difficulties. I tried changing from CD to DVD, but it shows a file too big error—though it's not excessively large. Previously, I used the laptop's built-in disc drive, which is no longer functional. Could anyone suggest the best method for burning onto a DVD-R? Are there any free online software options available? Have you had success with any of these methods? Thanks.