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Frag

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    Problem with Buffalo DVSM-PN58U2V external dvd-drive
    « on: May 30, 2010, 12:39:16 PM »
    Hi! So i bought a buffalo DVSM-PN58U2V DVD MULTI DRIVE. The package says that it installs automatically when connected into the computer, but when i plug it in, instead my computer recognises it as Optiarc DVD RW AD-7560S USB DEVICE, tries to install its drivers, and fails.
    I have a 32bit vista home premium.
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    Re: Problem with Buffalo DVSM-PN58U2V external dvd-drive
    « Reply #1 on: May 30, 2010, 12:52:12 PM »
    Leave it connected and reboot. What happens?
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      Re: Problem with Buffalo DVSM-PN58U2V external dvd-drive
      « Reply #2 on: May 30, 2010, 02:15:52 PM »
      nothing, after the reboot its just like before, windows still recognises it as Optiarc DVD RW AD-7560S USB DEVICE.
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        Re: Problem with Buffalo DVSM-PN58U2V external dvd-drive
        « Reply #3 on: May 30, 2010, 02:19:50 PM »
        The device itself works fine with other computers, i tried it with my other computer wich runs a windows xp, and it worked fine.
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        Re: Problem with Buffalo DVSM-PN58U2V external dvd-drive
        « Reply #4 on: May 30, 2010, 02:27:42 PM »
        Does it work properly? What shows up in device manager?
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          Re: Problem with Buffalo DVSM-PN58U2V external dvd-drive
          « Reply #5 on: May 30, 2010, 02:33:43 PM »
          In device manager it just thinks that the device is Optiarc DVD RW AD-7560S USB DEVICE and says that it cant find the proper drivers.
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          Re: Problem with Buffalo DVSM-PN58U2V external dvd-drive
          « Reply #6 on: May 30, 2010, 02:34:20 PM »
          Does it work?
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          Re: Problem with Buffalo DVSM-PN58U2V external dvd-drive
          « Reply #7 on: May 30, 2010, 02:35:47 PM »
          Since Buffalo don't actually make drive hardware, my guess is that the drive in that device is actually a Sony Optiarc and that Windows is recognising the hardware accordingly. If it works I wouln't worry.

          1. Optiarc AD-7560


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            Re: Problem with Buffalo DVSM-PN58U2V external dvd-drive
            « Reply #8 on: May 30, 2010, 02:37:58 PM »
            well... no, it doesnt. when i put in a dvd, nothing happens, and i cant see the drive in my computer or anywhere else, exept in the device manager
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            Re: Problem with Buffalo DVSM-PN58U2V external dvd-drive
            « Reply #9 on: May 30, 2010, 02:44:39 PM »
            Quote from: Frag on May 30, 2010, 02:37:58 PM
            well... no, it doesnt. when i put in a dvd, nothing happens, and i cant see the drive in my computer or anywhere else, exept in the device manager

            If it is brand new, I suggest you return it for refund/replacement but wait - just a thought... does it have a power supply or is it USB powered? It maybe that your USB port is not up to the task (either because it was already damaged or because it is not designed for powering external drives) We do not know what kind of PC you have (is it a laptop?)

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              Re: Problem with Buffalo DVSM-PN58U2V external dvd-drive
              « Reply #10 on: May 30, 2010, 02:52:46 PM »
              Yes, it is usb powered, it has a dc in, but i couldnt find a 5v adapter in my house.
              This is not a laptop but actually i remember having a similiar problem with some device that recharged using a usb cable.
              I hope this is the problem, i will buy a 5v adapter and try again tomorrow
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              Re: Problem with Buffalo DVSM-PN58U2V external dvd-drive
              « Reply #11 on: May 30, 2010, 04:49:20 PM »
              Quote from: Frag on May 30, 2010, 02:52:46 PM
              Yes, it is usb powered, it has a dc in, but i couldnt find a 5v adapter in my house.

              I hope this is the problem, i will buy a 5v adapter and try again tomorrow

              It probably is the problem. a USB cable can only provide a few hundred milliwatts of power.
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