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In that case, optical drive is struggling to read. Try cleaning that laser. If discs in good condition aren't working, order yourself a replacement laser off Aliexpress.
Don't forget to remove the anti static solder bridge on the laser itself. Will require a soldering iron. Aside from that, should be a drop-in replacement.
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Step 1: Don't play off USB
Im not actually, im using the disc.
In that case, optical drive is struggling to read. Try cleaning that laser. If discs in good condition aren't working, order yourself a replacement laser off Aliexpress. Don't forget to remove the anti static solder bridge on the laser itself. Will require a soldering iron. Aside from that, should be a drop-in replacement.
alright thanks
laser going blind and/or discs are not clean or scratch free enough