Time out error with TSS corp DVD drive on Dell Dimension PC

[scottie32]

I have run into a problem with a TSS Corp DVD writer on my Dell Dimension. After decrypting 2 or 3 VOB files the drive stops working and displays a timeout error on some DVD's. Any suggestions how this can be overcome. The problem does not happen when I use a Compaq laptop! The OS is Vista and the problem existed with XP too!

[ilovejedd]

It's probable your problem is with hardware. DVD writers are not that expensive nowadays. You can get one for less than $30 so I would suggest replacing your drive or if you have the extra space (IDE/SATA connector, power, drive bay), just add the drive to your PC.

[scottie32]

Many thanks, it's worth a try - but are any makes better than others

[dstarfire]

Well, sony is usually a safe bet but they're definitely at the upper end of the price range.

i personally have had several LG drives without any problems (each drive was an upgrade).

If you want a real comparison, I'd check out pcworld.com, they've got a fairly good rep for accurate comparisons. The only drawback is wading through all the useless info to find an accuurate and recent comparison test. (try searching for dvd-rom and comparison in the reviews category0