Cd And Dvd Problems - HP Pavilion XF315 Reference Manual

Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Troubleshooting Techniques

CD and DVD problems

If you can't boot from a CD in the CD/DVD drive
• Make sure the CD is bootable, such as the Recovery CDs.
• Make sure the CD/DVD drive is selected as the boot device—see "To change the boot
device" on page 30.
• Restart the notebook.
• Test the CD/DVD drive with the e-DiagTools diagnostics—see "Testing the
Hardware" on page 100.
If the notebook cannot read a CD or DVD
• Make sure the disk is properly inserted, and snapped down onto the spindle in the
center of the tray.
• For a single-sided CD or DVD, make sure the disk is placed in the drive with the label
facing up.
• Wait 5 to 10 seconds after closing the tray for the notebook to recognize the disk.
• Clean the disk with a soft cloth.
• Remove the disk from the drive, then restart the notebook.
• If you created the CD on a CD-RW drive module, try using a different media brand.
For best results use HP certified media. While other media may work, HP cannot
guarantee compatibility.
If a CD or DVD plays erratically
• Dirt or smudges can cause a disk to skip. Clean the disk with a soft cloth. If the disk is
badly scratched, it may have to be replaced.
• Some DVDs include software called "PC Friendly". You generally should not install
this software, as it can cause errors or erratic play. If needed, uninstall it and restart
your notebook.
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