you need to read one old CD, you are running Windows 7 or XP, or you enjoy retro hardware tinkering.

A: Nowhere. Use Windows Update → "Optional updates" → Driver updates. Do not use third-party driver sites.

A: That is a power issue. Plug it directly into a USB port on the back of the PC (desktop) or use a powered USB hub.

Most external optical drives use generic Microsoft drivers built directly into Windows. The driver is called cdrom.sys . When you plug in the FT-0470, Windows should automatically load this driver.

you have tried all fixes, the drive shows a Code 10 error after registry cleanup, or you need reliable Blu-ray/DVD writing.