dvd drive missing in 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.

1. Why is my computer not showing my DVD drive?
2. How do I fix my DVD drive not detected?
3. How do I reinstall my DVD drive?
4. Can't find DVD CD ROM drives in Device Manager?
5. How do I fix my DVD drive missing from Windows 10 8 7?
6. How do I enable my DVD drive?
7. Why is my DVD player not working?
8. How do I check if my DVD drive is working?
9. How do I update my DVD driver Windows 10?
10. How do I access my DVD drive on Windows 10?
11. How do I watch a DVD with Windows 10?
12. How do I install a program from a DVD drive?

Why is my computer not showing my DVD drive?

Check the drive name in Device Manager, and then reinstall the drive in Device Manager to determine if Windows is able to recognize the drive. 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, skip to Reset the computer power.

How do I fix my DVD drive not detected?

What can I do if the DVD driver for Windows 10 is not detected?

1. Delete the IDE ATA/ATAPI controllers from Device Manager.
2. Create new registry keys.
3. Check if your DVD drive is properly connected.
4. Set your DVD drive as the first boot device in BIOS.
5. Remove Virtual Drive Software.
6. Use the Hardware Troubleshooter.

How do I reinstall my DVD drive?

In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab. On the Hardware tab, in the Device Manager box, click the Device Manager button. In the Device Manager window, click the DVD/CD-ROM icon. Under the DVD/CD-ROM icon, click to select the drive to be reinstalled.

Can't find DVD CD ROM drives in Device Manager?

Try this - Control Panel - Device Manager - CD/DVD - double click the device - Driver's Tab -click Update Drivers (this will likely do nothing) - then RIGHT CLICK the drive - UNINSTALL - REBOOT this will refresh the default driver stack. Even if drive is not shown continue below.

How do I fix my DVD drive missing from Windows 10 8 7?

Start DVD Drive Repair, go to the Tools menu and select Device Manager. You can also press Windows+X on your keyboard or right-click the Start button, and select Device Manager from the list to open Device Manager. On the Device Manager window, go to the View menu and select Show hidden devices.

How do I enable my DVD drive?

How to Enable or Disable CD/DVD ROM (Win XP/Vista/7/8)

1. Go to Start > All Programs > Accessories, then right click on Command Prompt and select “Run as administrator”
2. In the Command Prompt write the following command and press enter: To Enable CD/DVD-Rom: ...
3. Restart your PC and check if the CD/DVD-ROM is enabled/disabled accordingly.

Why is my DVD player not working?

DVD player not working might be a sign that the disc tray, tray motor or laser is worn out. To fix any of the DVD hardware, you need to open the housing and check the inside with special tools. If you don't know how to fix them, send the DVD player to the repair store nearby and replace the disc drive if necessary.

How do I check if my DVD drive is working?

Verify the optical disk drive is recognized in Device Manager

1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
2. In the Run dialog box, type devmgmt. msc then press the Enter key.
3. In the Device Manager window, expand DVD/CD-ROM drives. Verify that the optical disk drive is listed.

How do I update my DVD driver Windows 10?

How to Update Your CD/DVD Driver

1. Launch Device Manager. Right-click the Start menu and select Device Manager.
2. Right-Click Your Device. Double-click to expand the DVD/CD-ROM section, then right-click your device.
3. Update the Driver. Click the Update Driver option.
4. Install the New Driver.

How do I access my DVD drive on Windows 10?

Press the Windows Button and E simultaneously. In the window that appears, on the left side, click on This PC. Right-Click on your CD/DVD Drive and click on Eject. Is this what you are referring to?

How do I watch a DVD with Windows 10?

First, download and install the software from the VideoLAN VLC Media Player website. Launch VLC Media Player, insert a DVD, and it should rev up automatically. If not, click Media > Open Disc > DVD, then click the play button.

How do I install a program from a DVD drive?

Installing software using a USB thumb drive

1. Insert the software installation disc into the CD/DVD drive.
2. If an AutoPlay window appears, click Open folder to view files. ...
3. Select all files and folders, then right-click and select Copy. ...
4. Insert a USB thumb drive into a USB port on the computer that has a CD/DVD drive.