HP PSC 1350 conflicting with DVD-RW

[EpicWin7]

So after installing Win7 I had to get my printer. At first there was some compatbility issues but the troubleshoot fixed all that for me and my printer is working fine. However, my DVD-RW becomes non-functional (can't read/write).

So I did a test and uninstalled my printer to see if that was my problem and bingo, my DVD-RW is back and working again. Then I tried reinstalling my printer and after a restart my DVD-RW is gone again.

I went to troubleshoot and it suggested reinstalling the drivers which I tried but that didn't work. I went to check if I could update them but it said I had the latest drivers as well.

I'm hoping I don't need to buy a new printer since this one is still fine (although I had it for about 8 years now).

Recapping:

OS = Windows 7 Ultimate
Printer = HP PSC 1350 All-in-one
DVD-RW = Pioneer DVR-215 (I think, I can confirm later if need be)

Anyone help will be greatly appreciated!

 

[Jonathan_King]

Did you get the drivers from the Manufacturers' sites? That is probably the best idea. With a printer so old, that might be the problem. Windows Update might be using drivers that it thinks are compatible, but have issues like the one you described.

 

[thefabe]

Welcome to seven forums EpicWin7: I would suggest finding out the exact DVDrw drive model # then see if their is a firmware update for the drive. Very strange behavior, to say the least. Fabe

 

[Qdos]

Sounds almost like a resources issue.

 

[EpicWin7]

Sorry for the late response and thanks for the input everyone.

I resolved the problem 2 days ago; I removed the Memory Disc creator program that gets installed automatically with my HP printer and it fixed my problem! I can't explain the reasoning or logic behind it but it worked so I'm glad.

 

[Jonathan_King]

Glad you got it working. Thank you for posting back- now we know another solution to issues like yours.