ASUS BW-16D1HT Not reading at times

[BobbyDigital]

Hello, I purchased this drive from a guy on this site may be a few years ago. Not sure if this is a drive issue or PC issue. But my pc doesn't recognize this drive at times(usb). I can insert a UHD disc and it won't read. How do I fix this issue?

[Dan5849]

Having a similar issue. Shows "no disc inserted" when i insert a bluray or UHD Bluray. when i put in a DVD it works.

Have used this drive successfully for ~3 years. Seems like a software issue.

Drive Information
Manufacturer: ASUS
Product: BW-16D1HT
Revision: 3.02
Firmware date: 2117-11-24 14:13
Bus encryption flags: 1F
Highest AACS version: 77

[Coopervid]

The blue laser is dead. DVDs use the red laser.

[Dan5849]

The blue laser is dead. DVDs use the red laser.

that probably explains it. thanks. Going to try replacing the drive.

[Dan5849]

Tried it again and it's working again -- would it make sense to have intermittent issues with the blue laser like this?

[MartyMcNuts]

Tried it again and it's working again -- would it make sense to have intermittent issues with the blue laser like this?

Yep, possibly. Could of had some dirt on it or something too! Either way, probably a good idea to get another drive.