Re: CD Rom Drive Problem, More Info


"Brad" <bpetria@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
news:4405d842.4411136@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Hi,

See my original post below.

The only problem (major problem) with the CD Rom drive is the initial
access when I first insert a data CD rom (or audio CD), even when laptop
is on for awhile and warmed up. I have to insert it many times before I
finally have access (if I am lucky). Note: Each time I insert the CD, the
drive attempts to "read" it several times before it aborts. Once the CD
is
"accessed", there are no more problems. I can leave the data CD in the
drive
all day (laptop power stays on via AC) and never have trouble reading the
CD.
The CD will stop spinning when not accessed, but it never has any trouble
spinning up later so I can access data from the CD rom. Once I remove the
CD
rom or power down the laptop, my trouble starts all over again. Note:
This
happens with other data CD roms too. This is why I wondered if the
problem is
reading the "initial" track, and maybe the head can't position itself
properly on that track? I had removed and examined the drive (I am a TV
service tech.) and I couldn't see any dirt or restrictions that may
prevent
the head from reaching the "initial" position.

Thanks in advance, Brad


I take it the replies on the subject the last time you posted weren't worthy
of consideration or a response? And the time before that, and the time
before that...

Buy a new CDRom, either from the manufacturer (not cheap) or used from eBay,
or get an external USB one. My guess is the motor bearing lubrication has
dried/gummed up, the laser is weak or dirty, or it's just generally past it.

If you've serviced it, ie cleaned it thoroughly, cleaned the laser lens,
relubed the sled rails, pinions etc, and it still doesn't work, how do you
expect to repair it? You can't get parts for these- the entire assembly must
be replaced.

A friendly Usenet tip:

The more you keep posting about the same subject over and over, the less
interest you will get from the group. Eventually you'll appear in people's
killfiles.

Dave


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