whats the problem with my dvd-rw cd

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clark2014

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Hi everyone so, i am using a dvd+rw as backing up with some files.
as i copy some newer files replace overwrite existing ones i always recieve this error " this dvd-rom drive is read only you can copy files to this writable dvd but you must insert it into a writable drive"
eh? but im using a dvd+rw and after i remove the dvd i get error saying ttheres a problem with this this drive scan the drive now and fix it and happens all the time

so what;s supposed to be the prob here
cable loose connections?
the dvd drive?
the dvd+rw usb cd?
 
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Phillip Corcoran
Well that external ODD is definitely a read & write model so the error message saying "this dvd-rom drive is read only you can copy files to this writable dvd but you must insert it into a writable drive" is a mystery to me.
It's also compatible with DVD-RW media, so nothing wrong there except to say that rewritable discs shouldn't be used for backups as data loss is more likely to occur with those. The more reliable write-once media (eg DVD-R) is now cheap enough to buy for regular, fresh file backups.

I've always used third-party burning software (Nero) for disc burning (even on Windows versions which have it built-in) so if you're not using any I can't really help you there as I've never used the Windows built-in disc-burning...
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clark2014

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i have a transcend TS8XDVDS-k
no burning software i am using the cd as a USB drive
i am using a sony DVD+RW with accuCORE technology has 1x-4x speed as written on the case
 
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Well that external ODD is definitely a read & write model so the error message saying "this dvd-rom drive is read only you can copy files to this writable dvd but you must insert it into a writable drive" is a mystery to me.
It's also compatible with DVD-RW media, so nothing wrong there except to say that rewritable discs shouldn't be used for backups as data loss is more likely to occur with those. The more reliable write-once media (eg DVD-R) is now cheap enough to buy for regular, fresh file backups.

I've always used third-party burning software (Nero) for disc burning (even on Windows versions which have it built-in) so if you're not using any I can't really help you there as I've never used the Windows built-in disc-burning features. Nor do I use rewritable discs, stopped using them years ago.

 
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