DVD ROM locks up computer

[Ricochet]

Here's what happens: Whenever I put back the open tray of my DVD ROM (with the button, of course), the computer just locks up, freezes, I can't move the cursor or do nothing like that. I have to restart the computer to get it back to normal. But if I open the tray and close it again, the same thing happens.

[nissan_370Z]

so basically you can't open the dvd tray casue it will just close after doing so?

[monkey.wesley]

I had a similar problem where the floppy and/or optical drives would be attempting to load something when my computer froze. All my problems were solved when I replaced it... cost me $5, used. Otherwise, I would try a full disconnect/reconnect of everything connected to the motherboard. Even better a reformat should solve all your problems. Make sure you backup before hand.

[Ricochet]

Originally Posted by nissan_370Z

so basically you can't open the dvd tray casue it will just close after doing so?

No, the tray opens perfectly. The problem comes when I CLOSE the tray the COMPUTER (not the DVDROM) just hangs, you can't move a thing on the screen, not even Alt+Tab or Task Manager.

I replugged the DVD ROM but the problem is still there.

[nissan_370Z]

maybe try unplugging all power connections that connect to the mother board then connect them again. that is the only thing i can think of atm

[LiveToPorsche]

What are the specs of your computer?
It might be as simple as replacing it, or it could be the PSU.

[Bl0cks]

Just replace the drive.

[Ricochet]

Specs of my PC:

Mobo: ASUS P5S MX SE mobo
HDD: 80 GB
GFX Card: GeForce 7300GS
infiity 350W PSU
Optical Drive: HP DVD Writer 1260d
Processor: Intel E2200 Dual Core @ 2.20GHz each
RAM: 1 GB DDR2 (512 x 2)

Thankfully it's only been 6 months or so, so getting it fixed won't be a problem. I may take it to the store and try replacing the cables and all, but I heard from other sites I asked the problem may lie in the mobo. Asus mobos suck anyway.

[LiveToPorsche]

Originally Posted by Ricochet

Specs of my PC:

Mobo: ASUS P5S MX SE mobo
HDD: 80 GB
GFX Card: GeForce 7300GS
infiity 350W PSU
Optical Drive: HP DVD Writer 1260d
Processor: Intel E2200 Dual Core @ 2.20GHz each
RAM: 1 GB DDR2 (512 x 2)

Thankfully it's only been 6 months or so, so getting it fixed won't be a problem. I may take it to the store and try replacing the cables and all, but I heard from other sites I asked the problem may lie in the mobo. Asus mobos suck anyway.

Gigabyte FTW!
Well, it's interesting that it's only 6 months old.
Faulty something or other.
Your best course of action would be to replace the cables and get a new DVD-ROM, and if that fails, research up more about the possibility of a mobo problem.

[Ricochet]

OK, this problem is not only limited to the DVD ROM. Whenever I insert any new device (webcam, microphone, etc.) the computer hangs. The DVD ROM sometimes responds, sometimes doesn't, and sometimes does only halfway. I right now have a disk inserted but it won't detect it.

Interestingly enough, this issue most commonly occurs at night more than the day. What I can conclude is that the problem lies in the PSU, as it is probably not distributing power properly, or it's not getting enough, since at night we consume more power (lights and ACs), and this country does suffer power shortages and outages.

So could this mean I have to get my PSU checked and/or replaced?

[LiveToPorsche]

It really depends how much it costs to have it checked and how much a new PSU would be.
Honestly, I wouldn't bother checking it, I'd just get a new PSU.
And see if you can get on that's a bit more powerful, say a 450W.

[nissan_370Z]

my suggestion is to take it in for repair. Cause IDK anymore.

[Primus]

Flash your BIOS to the latest version. Update your mobo drivers.

[GTR]

If the problem begins before the PSU I doubt changing the PSU would help that much. You gotta make sure the power going to the PSU is kept at a constant level. There's stuff that can do that.

For now you can unplug one of your RAMs, underclock the CPU by about 200mhz, and remove the GPU if you don't really need it. And listen to the foo above me, that just might fix the problem.

[koenigsegger]

i think you have to take it to repair. i never heard about anybody repairng this without professional

[Ricochet]

Originally Posted by koenigsegger

i think you have to take it to repair. i never heard about anybody repairng this without professional

No. You don't say?

Computer's gone for repairs (warranty still there) - PSU's been busted for some time, and mobo jacks and circuits are ****ed in most places (PS/2 mouse, several USB ports, speaker jack, and in-built video card don't work).

I might consider buying a new PSU and motherboard after warranty expires this summer.

Thanks to the PSU malfunctioning my graphic card is not working either, so I guess it's time for an opportunistic upgrade!

[theo]

Originally Posted by Ricochet

No. You don't say?

No point in starting a thread if you're going to be an ass to the guy trying to help you out.

-theo

[Ricochet]

Originally Posted by theo

No point in starting a thread if you're going to be an ass to the guy trying to help you out.

-theo

Yeah I know that, I just found something funny in that post.