Common questions

How do I fix the DVD drive missing file explorer Windows 10?

How do I fix the DVD drive missing file explorer Windows 10?

To attempt to repair this, go to Device Manager reached by right clicking the Start button. On the View tab, choose Show Hidden Devices. Under DVD Device, click on Driver tab, first try Update Driver > Automatically. If that fails see if Roll Back is available.

How do I reinstall my DVD drive in Windows 10?

Boot to the Windows 10 desktop, then launch Device Manager by pressing Windows key + X and clicking Device Manager. Expand DVD/CD-ROM drives, right-click the optical drive listed, then click Uninstall. Exit Device Manager then restart your computer. Windows 10 will detect the drive then reinstall it.

How do I download a DVD driver on Windows 10?

How to Update Your CD/DVD Driver

  1. Launch Device Manager. Right-click the Start menu and select Device Manager.
  2. Right-Click Your Device. Double-click to expand the DVD/CD-ROM section, then right-click your device.
  3. Update the Driver. Click the Update Driver option.
  4. Install the New Driver.

When I put a CD in my PC nothing happens?

What’s most likely happened is that the “auto run” feature has been turned off – either on your system or on that specific drive. That means that by definition nothing happens when you insert a disc.

Why is my DVD drive not working on Windows 10?

See if the drive appears in BIOS

  • Check the drive name in Device Manager
  • Use the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter
  • Reset the computer power
  • Check drive cable connections (desktop tower computers only)
  • Clear the upper and lower registry filters
  • Test for CD/DVD drive failure
  • Why is my DVD not showing Windows 10?

    The problem of DVD drive not showing up in Windows 10 can also occur if the two Windows registry entries are corrupted. You can use Registry Editor to delete the corrupted registry entries. Serious problems might occur if you change the registry incorrectly. Thus, you’d better backup the registry in advance.

    Why is my CD player not working on my computer?

    A CD-ROM or other disc drive that is not working can be caused by a loose interface connection, drivers not loading properly, virus, or the drive or CD attempting to be read being dirty. The most common cause of a CD-ROM drive to stop working is bad or corrupt drivers or a confliction between another running program.

    Why is CD drive not recognized in Windows 10?

    The CD or DVD drive not recognized in Windows 10 issue could occurs if the configuration information is incomplete or damaged. You could run the Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter to get it fixed.

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