How to Clean the DVD Writer on a HP Notebook
You might notice the DVD writer on your HP notebook needs to be cleaned because it starts stalling during writing or refuses to write at all. If you have a combination DVD player and burner, you might also notice your HP notebook has trouble playing a DVD that plays without any issues on other DVD players. Before you rush out to buy a new DVD writer, it is a good idea to try cleaning the one that you have.
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Purchase a cleaning disc from your local computer retailer. There are several cleaning discs on the market that can help to remove debris from the DVD writer on your HP notebook. It might help to bring your notebook with you to the retailer so you can consult one of its repair technicians about the cleaning disc that is best for your HP notebook.
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Use the cleaning disc on your DVD drive. The instructions vary slightly by brand, so make sure to follow all steps listed on the packaging of your cleaning disc. Not carefully following instructions can lead to a damaged DVD writer instead of a clean one.
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Test your DVD writer by attempting to burn a DVD. If the cleaning disc has solved your problems, then your drive should be able to write a DVD without any problems. If it stalls, the cleaning disc did not fix your problem.
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Open your notebook to access your DVD writer if you are qualified and know how to do so. If you do not, make sure to get professional assistance with this step. You do not want to chance causing damage to your laptop.
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Use a small amount of alcohol on a cotton swab to clean the lens on your DVD writer. Allow the alcohol to evaporate completely before putting your laptop back together. Trying to use your DVD writer before the alcohol has evaporated will cause the DVD writer to malfunction.
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Test the DVD writer on your HP notebook by trying to burn a DVD. If the alcohol worked, you should be able to burn a DVD without any problems. If the cleaning steps did not work, it might be there is a more serious problem with your DVD writer. Make sure to take your HP notebook to a professional who can help you determine how to proceed.
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