How to eliminate noise from a CD/DVD drive?

[Memnarch]

Hello!

When I put a disk into my CD/DVD drive, as it starts spinning I get a loud metallic repetitive noise, which becomes quieter, apparently, as the disk reaches the necessary speed.

I have tried tightening the screws, changing the drive's placement within the computer case to no avail.

Maybe someone has any ideas how to overcome this?

Thank You!

 

[blobster21]

what brand / model is it ?

 

[vega22]

optical drives, even the quieter slim-line ones, are noisy :s

i would say move it as far away as possible.

 

[Memnarch]

My drive is LG GH24NS95 - pretty ordinary, I'd say.

http://www.lg.com/us/support-product/lg-GH24NS95

 

[dorsetknob]

when not in use they make no noise
in use they all make lots of noise

I have tried tightening the screws, changing the drive's placement within the computer case to no avail.

If yours is making excessive noise then it may need replacing ( unless you can put up with occasional use/noise)
do you actually need an optical Drive for "Daily use"
if not you could remove it and Obtain a external USB based Drive for your Occasional use

http://www.maplin.co.uk/p/maplin-external-dvd-writer-usb-powered-a58ng
https://www.newegg.com/External-CD-DVD-Blu-Ray-Drives/SubCategory/ID-420

 

[micropage7]

Yes it's noisy since it's spinning.. What about our disc quality, lower disc quality will give you more noise and sometimes if the disc not flat enough it would be worse.. You may set the speed to see how far it goes

 

[bug]

You can't really do anything about it. In 2017 if need to read/write optical media, I'd recommend an external unit that you can shelf while not in use (@dorsetknob agrees with me).

And back to your problem. If there's more noise for one particular disk, the disk is badly built. Make a copy and get rid of it, decentered disks have been known to shatter while spinning (not always, but once is enough). If it's noisy for all disks, the unit is at fault. But since you can't really tune thousands of rpm with a screwdriver, there's not much you can do about it other than RMA/service it.

There have been programs that would limit the rotation speed of an optical drive (meant to deal with shattering disks), but I don't know if they made it into post Vista era.

 

[blobster21]

you mean, this one ?

http://www.the-sz.com/products/rimhillex/

 

[95Viper]

When I put a disk into my CD/DVD drive, as it starts spinning I get a loud metallic repetitive noise, which becomes quieter, apparently, as the disk reaches the necessary speed.

Sort of sounds like it is searching...
How long have you had the drive; and, is the drive in an environment that exposes it to smoke or other particulates (near cooking area, incense, etc.)?
If it is, you may want to inspect the lens and see if it has a haze on it, or, see if it is dirty.
You may need to clean the lens.
Or, if it is not dirty... the discs may need cleaning.

 

[Memnarch]

I've had the disk for 3 years, I think, and it has not been THAT loud, but I have been messing around in the case after I upgraded the CPU cooler and it started sounding like it was in resonance with the case...

 

[dorsetknob]

sounding like it was in resonance with the case...

Quick test would be
temporary remove from case
lay on foam/bubble wrap /rubber pads on top or near case so its insulated and dampened from case vibrations
reconect power and sata cable then use/test

Still anoying with noisy operation >>> see above advice

 

[Memnarch]

Yes - out of the case it is not nearly as loud as it is in the case...

 

[infrared]

Time to buy a replacement/RMA or get an external drive then.

Do you absolutely need to use dvd's? Why not get a usb thumb drive?

 

[brandonwh64]

I got so mad at my DVD burner in my crucher I physically ripped out the tray and smashed it with a hammer.

 

[infrared]

I got so mad at my DVD burner in my crucher I physically ripped out the tray and smashed it with a hammer.

That's one way to fix it!

 

[RejZoR]

I literally only have my DVD burner for those 5 original games that require it and because it's still 100% functional, but not really worth selling. It's 100% silent though when not in use so...

 

[brandonwh64]

That's one way to fix it!

Mine was messed up where it would eject and close randomly for like 10-15 minutes at a time. I got tired of hearing it do that at work

 

[bug]

Yes - out of the case it is not nearly as loud as it is in the case...

You could try adding some dampeners in this case (pun intended). Not sure if it's worth the cost/effort, but you could.

 

[Memnarch]

Time to buy a replacement/RMA or get an external drive then.

Do you absolutely need to use dvd's? Why not get a usb thumb drive?

I've got lots of photographs - storing them on external HDD's or USB drives is way too expensive :-(

 

[FordGT90Concept]

There is software to restrict the speed of optical drives. At 1x, for example, they're pretty quiet. If memory serves, Nero's software package had a utility for limiting the optical drive performance.

 

[thebluebumblebee]

Yes - out of the case it is not nearly as loud as it is in the case...

Get a better case, something like a Fractal Design Define R5.

 

[dorsetknob]

Get a better case, something like a Fractal Design Define R5.

really ?????
Price of a Fractal Design Define R5 case v External DVD Drive
You do like to recommend the more Expensive Choice guess that's OK when your not laying out the Cash

 

[P4-630]

Get a noise insulated case, such as Be Quiet! but there are probably more brands/models that make such.

 

[infrared]

I've got lots of photographs - storing them on external HDD's or USB drives is way too expensive :-(

What about a 2TB internal hard drive? The WD Blue for example is cheap due to being a 5400RPM drive, but you don't need speed for cold storage. Just an alternative idea anyway, your use for discs kinda makes sense.

 

[eidairaman1]

Drive brands trusted, Samsung, Pioneer, Memorex, Liteon, Plextor.

Put rubber grommets in around screw mount points too