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Hi all , i hope i 'am writing this thread into right section.

Here is my problem. 2 days ago i bought Nec DVD_RW ND-3750A SCSI

when i put a empty dvd into it this error comes

Disk is not formatted

Windows cannot read from this disk. The disk might be corrupted , or it could be using a format that is not compatible with windows.

İ dont understand what is my problem and i begging for help. What is the problem and how i can solve this problem ? Pls help me :(

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A few clarifications and a compact troubleshooting sequence that follow the suggestions from the thread. and rightly called out blank-disc vs software causes, and noted XP's burner limitations — those are useful starting points. Since the problem appears to be specific to the PC/drive rather than the disc itself, focus on the drive stack and hardware before assuming media fault.

Quick checklist (do these in order):

  • Confirm the drive is seen by BIOS/UEFI at boot. If not visible there, the problem is hardware/cable/power.
  • In Windows, open Device Manager -> DVD/CD-ROM drives. Uninstall the optical device and reboot so Windows redetects it.
  • Check for packet-writing or virtual-drive software (InCD, DLA, daemon tools). Uninstall or disable it; packet writers often cause unreadable-disc symptoms.
  • Remove UpperFilters/LowerFilters (backup registry first). The key is:
    HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Class\{4D36E965-E325-11CE-BFC1-08002BE10318}
    Delete only the UpperFilters and LowerFilters values if present, then reboot.
  • Swap the data cable and power connector (or try a different IDE/SATA port). Use an 80-conductor IDE cable for UDMA if relevant.
  • Try different burning software (ImgBurn, CDBurnerXP, Nero) to rule out XP’s built-in burning.
  • Check for a firmware update from the drive maker (match exact model/firmware string before flashing).
  • If available, boot a Linux live CD/USB to see if the drive can read the disc outside Windows; that isolates OS/driver issues.

If the drive still fails to read discs that work in other machines after these steps, the laser/optical mechanism or electronics are likely faulty and replacement or warranty RMA is the practical next step.

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Member Avatar for DavidRyan

Your disk has no data on it. IE it is empty and has not been used.

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No no disk is fine i checked it in other dvd it works normal but in my pc that error occurs

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What exactly are you doing with the disk for the error to occur? is it when you try to open the CD from my computer or is it when you are trying to burn something to it?

If it is when you are trying to open it then the error is most likely telling you that it is corrupted because it has nothing on it. For example, imagine trying to get a blank CD to play in a CD player. It just wont work

If you are trying to burn to the disk then it may just be some software conflicts.

Member Avatar for jbennet

you do realise that xp built in cd burning doesnt handle dvd burning very well (if at all)

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thx all for your help :D

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