[ubuntu-za] Samsung external DVD writer not seen in Karmic

[Andy Rabagliati]

On Sat, 19 Dec 2009, William Gebers wrote:

> Hi Robin.
> 
> 2009/12/18 Robin Bownes <robin at ncedatrust.org.za>
> 
> >  I have just bought a Samsung SE-S084 external USB DVD writer because the
> > DVD drive in my notebook (Compaq nx9000) is shot. However, Karmic does not
> > recognise the drive.
> 
> 1) Check that you have a dual supply cable.  i.e. if it is USB powered, both
> USB connectors need to be plugged in to give it enough power.

I would also suspect power. Is there an option of using an external power brick ?

Cheers,  Andy!