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Answer» I did a search and could not find this problem, but it seems to me that it can't be all that rare.
When trying to burn cd's in my recording drive, I am getting messages to insert a blank recordable media device. When I go to "my computer" to check the properties, it isn't seeing the cd either. I have tried other BLANKS.
I am using windows xp, the cd drive is lite-on LTR-24102M, and the device manager says it is working properly. I am using Sony CD-R Audio cd's. It was working sporatically for a while, but nothing today. I can play audio cd's that I burned (memorex), but put in one with photos (memorex) and nothing there either. Tried a TDK that has photos, and that one worked.
Can anyone help?? Thank you!!What program are you using to burn ? ?I am using a trial of "audio cd maker" But it doesn't only happen with that program. I was having that problem, a lot.
I got hold of the HP service line and the rep there walked me through using RecordNow. Even though the computer doesn't recognize the drive, going to either RecordNow or Nero and indicating the drive allows me to transfer data.
I find that I have to set the software to allow multiple recording sessions or the disk is locked thereafter. An RW disk can be erased, but a plain R drive is forever committed unless you allow multi-session.
All this allows me to put data on discs. Considerably different from simply addressing a drive, but it works for me.DLoad and install CDBurnerXPro...free.
Any better results ? ?Thank you both for your responses. I do appreciate it. Before I download and try yet another program, should I delete any I have on here already to avoid conflicts? I have the Roxio basic that came on my computer, and I have tried Acoustica MP3 Burner, MP3 Audio CD Burner, and Audio CD Maker. I just want a simple program that will burn cd's in both formats. (MP3 & regular audio) so that I can save some podcast LECTURES that are in MP3 format. I don't need anything fancy.
You know, I am wondering if the problem is partly the Sony CD's I found an Imation CD put it in the drive, and up came the "what do you want to do?" box. I took that out, put the Sony in, and nothing.
Thanks again!!!Whenever i install a new burner i ask all my friends for a blank media disk or buy one from them and test them all with a mixed media collection of songs, data and video...
This prevents that dissappointing feeling after buying a 100 pak of blanks i can't use.
By all means try some other brands of media.Thanks again. Lesson learned. Fortunately it's only a 20 pack.Quote Thanks again. Lesson learned. Fortunately it's only a 20 pack.
Giftwrap and give it away for Christmas !You have to look at the specs for your drive and buy the appropriate disks. I chose to buy an all-purpose second drive. Works really well.
I have had trouble with Roxio, and I ended up by removing the program (actually I re-formatted the hard drive, just to get it entirely off my computer, which tells you how strongly I felt). Not only because Roxio formats your disks so they may not be readable by other programs, and I think that was my original problem, but also because they REFUSED to regognize my rebate application. For a measly fifty bucks, they have made an enemy for life.
Your whole problem could be related to the Roxio bit. I use the software that came with the computer, Record Now by Sonic,and also the software that came with the drive, Nero. If your needs are minimal, SOMETHING of this ORDER would be all you need. Both are sort of bare bones, and they include opportunity to by the full program. If I were heavy into audio or video, a fuller program might be appropriate but I get along trouble-free this way.Thank you.
I am pleasantly surprised at how helpful people are at this website. I ran into it looking for some ideas as to what my problem is. For just joining, I am impressed at how friendly you are to us newbies. I will pass it along to others too.
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