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DVD light blinks constantly....

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by savon19 1 view

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and I think it is causing my computer to freeze periodically. (Win ME)

There is no CD/DVD in drive, so I think it's trying to read it but can't find anything so causes my computer to blue screen and/or freeze.

Any suggestions will be most appreciated!

Sherry

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by dryflies

Disconnect the drive and see if your PC still goes to the BSOD or freeze. check to see if the cables are plugged correctly.
Check for dust/dirt in the drive that could cause its senspr to think there is a disk in it.

blow it out, clean it, then reinstall. if you still have a problem get a new DVD drive.

by absolutely

A data connection problem could also cause the drive to continue seeking a disc. I would try a different IDE cable to the DVD drive, and while swapping I'd check the pins on the DVD drive. If any are bent or pushed in, there is a missing link between your drive and mainboard.

by estechnical

Been there: My XP machine everytime the kids would put a cd in the DVD drive wammoo lock-up and/or blue screen of death and the light would keep flashing. Replaced DVD reader and waalaa all is great! Good Luck!!

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