XP reader writter driver not working

geraldgilman

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Dec 1, 2011
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Hello,
I can no longer format my DVD/CD/CD-R/CD+R or any other type of disc. The word "Format" doesn't even appear anymore. I've programmed & reprogrammed to no avail. I'm not talking about burning a disc. I need to write and rewrite any type of disc. I have a brand new laptop that formats anything. What the f*&k is wrong with my E510 Windows XP computer. When I try to find a driver update, all I get are useless adds & information. Can you help me? If not, please put me out of my misery.

A concerned citizen
 



It helps if you proviode some specifics about your computer and/or drive.
PS: Optical drives do not last forever. How old is your system ?