Acer AS5333 manual Drive Read Failure

Drive Read Failure

If discs cannot be read when inserted in the drive, perform the following.

1.Remove and clean the failed disc.

2.Retry reading the CD or DVD.

Test the drive using other discs. Play a DVD movie

Listen to a music CD

If the ODD works properly with alternate discs, the original disc is probably defective and should be replaced.

3.Remove the power and remove the cover to inspect the connections to the ODD. Refer to Online Support Information.

Check for broken connectors on the drive, motherboard, and cables.

Check for bent or broken pins on the drive, motherboard, and cable connections.

Try a different cable. If the drive works with the new cable, the original cable should be replaced.

4.Replace the ODD. (Refer to Maintenance Flowchart)

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