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  1. Microsoft Support
    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/your-cd-or-dvd-drive-is-not-recognized-by...

    Your CD or DVD drive is not recognized by Windows or other …

    • Learn how to troubleshoot and resolve the issue of CD or DVD drive not seen in File Explorer or Device Manager. Find out the possible causes, methods, and tips to update or reinstall the driver.… See more

    Symptoms

    Your CD or DVD drive is not seen in File Explorer (called Windows Explorer in Windows 7 and earlier … See more

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    Method 1: Windows 7 and 8.1 - Use the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter

    For Windows 10, skip to Method 2.
    In Windows 7 and 8.1, to open the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter, follow these steps:
    1.Press th… See more

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    Method 2: Check BIOS settings and chipset drivers

    1.Verify the drive is activated in the BIOS. BIOS systems vary by device. If you are not sure how to verify the drive settings in your device’s BIOS, contact the manufacturer of your device.… See more

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    Method 3: Update or reinstall the driver

    To update the driver, search for the driver on the device manufacturer's website, and then follow the installation instructions on the website.
    To reinstall … See more

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    Method 4: Remove and reinstall IDE/ATAPI drivers

    To remove and reinstall IDE/ATAPI driver, follow these steps:
    1.From Start, search for Device Manager. Open Device Manager from the search results, an… See more

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    How to uninstall DVD driver Windows 10?
    Follow these steps to uninstall your DVD driver – 1. Press Windows key+ R to open Run. Now, type “ devmgmt.msc ” and hit Enter. Device Manager utility will open. 2. Now, in the Device Manager window, expand “ DVD/CD-ROM drives ” and right click on the CD/DVD drive you are using on your computer and click on “ Uninstall device “.
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    Symptoms
    Method 1: Windows 7 and 8.1 - Use the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter
    Method 2: Check BIOS settings and chipset drivers
    Method 3: Update or reinstall the driver
    Method 4: Remove and reinstall IDE/ATAPI drivers
    How to uninstall DVD driver Windows 10?
     
  1. To reinstall DVD driver in Windows 10, you can follow these steps1234:
    1. Press Win + X and select Device Manager.
    2. Find DVD/ CD-ROM drives and expand it.
    3. Right-click on each DVD or CD drive listed here.
    4. Choose Uninstall device.
    5. Click Uninstall again in the pop-up window.
    6. Restart your PC. The computer will reinstall the driver automatically after startup.
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    How to Fix a DVD or CD Drive Not Working or Missing in Windows 10

    • Use Windows Update to Fix Windows 10 DVD Drive Issues
    • Reinstall or Update Driver in Device Manager
    • Remove Virtual Drive Software
    • Check Your BIOS/UEFI Settings and Update Chipset Firmware
    • Edit Windows Registry to Fix CD Drive Issues in Windows 10
    • Playing DVD Movies in Windows 10

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    Steps:

    • 1. Launch Device Manager in the same way.
    • 2. Choose Show hidden devices in the View menu.

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    To install a new device:

    • 1. Click the Start button and type in 'Device Manager'.
    • 2. Open the link to Device Manager (click 'OK' for any security confirmations).

    How do I reinstall a DVD player? - Micros…

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    Step 1: Press Win + X and select Device Manager. Step 2: Find DVD/ CD-ROM drives and expand it. Step 3: Right-click on each DVD or CD drive listed here. Step 4: Choose Uninstall device. Step 5: Click Uninstall again in the pop-up window. Step 5: Restart your PC. The computer will reinstall the driver automatically after startup.

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    How do I reinstall a DVD/CD ROM on 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 to Fix a DVD or CD Drive Not Working or Missing in Windows 10

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    How do I reinstall Windows 10 driver software?
    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. You can also use the option to Update Driver Software from within Device Manager.

    How to Fix a DVD or CD Drive Not Working or Missing in Windows 10

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    How to uninstall DVD driver Windows 10?
    Follow these steps to uninstall your DVD driver – 1. Press Windows key+ R to open Run. Now, type “ devmgmt.msc ” and hit Enter. Device Manager utility will open. 2. Now, in the Device Manager window, expand “ DVD/CD-ROM drives ” and right click on the CD/DVD drive you are using on your computer and click on “ Uninstall device “.

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    How to update DVD driver Windows 10?
    Follow these easy steps to update your DVD driver from Device Manager- 1. Press Windows Key +R to open Run, and type “ devmgmt.msc “, hit Enter. Device Manager window will open. 2. Now, in the Device Manager window, expand “ DVD/CD-ROM drives ” and right click on the CD/DVD drive you are using on your computer. Then click on “ Update driver “. 3.

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    How do I uninstall a DVD/CD-ROM drive in Windows 10?
    In Windows, search for and open Device Manager. Double-click DVD/CD-ROM drives to expand the category. If DVD/CD-ROM drives is not in the list, go to Reset the computer power to resolve issues with the CD/DVD drive. Right-click the drive name, and then select Uninstall. If a confirmation window opens, select OK or Yes.

    HP PCs - CD/DVD drive is not detected (Windows 10)

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    How do I Fix my DVD drive not working Windows 10?
    To begin with, open the Settings app and click on Update & Security. Next, click on Check for updates. Windows will install any new available updates. After installing the updates, restart your computer and see if the DVD disc drive has started working correctly. 2. Force Eject A Disk

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  5. Microsoft Community
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    DVD/RW drive disappeared in Windows 10 - Microsoft …

    Jan 24, 2019 · A user reports that their DVD/RW drive vanished from Windows 10 and asks for help. Several independent advisors suggest various methods to troubleshoot, uninstall and reinstall the driver, or fix the registry.

  6. HP Support
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    HP PCs - CD/DVD drive is not detected (Windows 10)

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    7 Best Ways to Fix CD/DVD Missing or Not Showing …

    May 13, 2024 · Learn 7 best ways to show hidden CD/DVD devices in Windows 10, including updating or reinstalling CD/DVD driver. Download EaseUS DriverHandy to update your CD/DVD drivers automatically.

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    16 Solutions To Fix DVD Drive Not Working Issue In Windows 10

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    CD/DVD drive not working, recognized or reading in …

    Feb 13, 2024 · The most common cause is the corrupted driver. Open the Device Manager and see if there is a warning sign under the CD/DVD-ROM drives branch. If yes, uninstall and reinstall the driver. This...

  12. Microsoft Support
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    Update drivers manually in Windows - Microsoft Support

    Learn how to update or reinstall drivers for devices such as network adapters, monitors, printers, and video cards in Windows 11 or Windows 10. Follow the steps in Device Manager or check the device manufacturer's website for more …

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