How do I reinstall CD-ROM drivers?
In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab. On the Hardware tab, in the Device Manager box, click the Device Manager button. In the Device Manager window, click the DVD/CD-ROM icon. Under the DVD/CD-ROM icon, click to select the drive to be reinstalled.
What are CD drivers?
A compact disc drive, or CD drive, is a device that lets you access a compact disc from a computer. Some CD drives are built into computers, but if your computer doesn’t have one, you can usually attach an external one that connects to a USB port.
How do I know if my CD drive is working?
How Do I Tell If My CD Drive Is Working?
- Check Operation. Press the button to open the CD-ROM drive. The drive should open to accept a CD.
- Check the Drive. Click “Start” on the taskbar. Click “Computer” on the right side of the Start menu.
- Check Device Manager. Click “Start” on the taskbar. Click “Control Panel.”
Why is my CD drive not working?
Update or reinstall the driver for the optical drive Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box. In the Device Manager window, expand DVD/CD-ROM drives. Right-click the CD/DVD/Blu-ray drive that is listed, and then click Uninstall. Click OK to confirm that you want to remove the device.
How do I fix my CD drive not reading?
Verify the drive status in Device Manager Confirm the drive is listed in Device Manager, and then reinstall the device driver to resolve any error states. Verify that there is no disc loaded in the drive. In Windows, search for and open Device Manager. Double-click DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the category.
How do I use a CD driver?
To install the printer driver from the CD-ROM, follow the steps below:
- Insert the CD-ROM into your computer’s CD-ROM drive.
- Click [PC (Windows) software], and then click [Standard Installation] or the specific item you want to install.
- Select the model.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.