Windows 10: Play a DVD-R

Discus and support Play a DVD-R in Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware to solve the problem; I have some old 8mm films that were put on a DVD-R years ago - why can't I play it in my DVD/CD drive on my computer that was recently upgraded to... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware' started by Mrs. G1152, Feb 10, 2020.

  1. Play a DVD-R


    I have some old 8mm films that were put on a DVD-R years ago - why can't I play it in my DVD/CD drive on my computer that was recently upgraded to Windows 10? I was always able to play it on Windows .

    :)
     
    Mrs. G1152, Feb 10, 2020
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  2. Windows DVD Player installed in Windows 10 but not recognizing DVD to play

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

    The DVD Player app only supports the following:

    a. DVDs from a file backup is not supported, the app currently only plays DVD movies on optical discs.

    b. The App will only play DVD's not Blu-ray discs.

    If you satisfy both the categories, I would suggest you follow the steps below and see if it helps:

    Update DVD/CD-ROM drives from Device Manager.


    • Press Windows key + R key. Type "devmgmt.msc" and click Enter.

    • Expand the DVD/CD-ROM drives.

    • Double-click on the DVD/CD-ROM drive.

    • In Properties, go to Drivers Tab and click on Update.
    If this does not work you might have to Uninstall and then reinstall your drivers in compatibility mode.

    Follow the steps to uninstall and reinstall the driver.


    • Press Windows key + R key. Type "devmgmt.msc" and click Enter.

    • Expand the DVD/CD-ROM drives.

    • Double-click on the DVD/CD-ROM drive.

    • In Properties, go to Drivers Tab and click on Uninstall.

    • Reinstall your audio driver from Manufacturer's Website in Compatibility mode.

    • Restart your system
    Hope this helps. Please respond if you have further related queries.

    Regards,
     
    Jesinta Rozario, Feb 10, 2020
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  3. mydvd will not play dvd+r

    my dvd will not play dvd+r
     
    GERRY D COOMBS, Feb 10, 2020
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  4. HTC
    HTC Win User

    Play a DVD-R

    Burned DVD's Work in SOME players

    In that case, it is possible the problem is with the blu ray player not supporting DVD+R disks.

    Suggest you check to make sure: it's possible you can overcome this problem by simply burning DVD-R instead of DVD+R. Check your blu ray compatibility list first.
     
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