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Windows Media Player Cannot Burn to Disc Because Drive is in Use [FIXED]
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Updated onMay 23, 2024
updated onMay 23, 2024
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ManyWindows 10users reported encountering an issue when trying to burn a CD through Windows Media Player. Error messageWindows Media Player cannot burn to the disc because the drive is in use. Wait a few minutes for other burning tasks to complete and then try againpops up when users try to start the burning process, leaving them frustrated.
Users made sure to explain the nature of their problem on theMicrosoft Answersforum:
When I try to burn an audioCD, I get the error message “Windows Media Playercannot burn to the disc because the drive is in use. Wait a few minutes for other burning tasks to complete and then try again”. There is no other burning application running and this issue has only started since I upgraded…
After extensive research, we managed to come up with a few solutions that can help you fix this issue, and we’re presenting them to you in order from the simplest one to the most complex one. Be sure to follow our instructions carefully in order to avoid any future problems.
Why Windows Media Player won’t burn a CD?
1. Update/reinstall the driver
You can also update your drivers automatically withdedicated driver updating software. Just install the software and let it scan your drivers. It will automatically detect whether your drivers are damaged or outdated and install the best version available.
2. Change the burn speed
3. Fix the problematic registry entries
We hope that you could find our solutions on fixing the Windows Media Player burn error useful. In most cases, you can fix the problem simply by reinstalling your DVD driver from the Device Manager. If that doesn’t work, modifying the registry might help.
There you go, three simple solutions that should help you fix this problem. If you found our solutions helpful, feel free to let us know in the comments section below.
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Madalina Dinita
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Madalina has been a Windows fan ever since she got her hands on her first Windows XP computer.
She is interested in all things technology, especially emerging technologies – AI and DNA computing in particular.
Prior to joining the WindowsReport team, she worked in the corporate world for a number of years.
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Madalina is a Windows fan since forever, especially interested in AI, emerging technologies, privacy, and security.
