The SOHW-1693S is a CD / DVD reader manufactured by LiteOn Technology. Problems such as drive is not found or is not recognized by Windows, or drive cannot read or write media can be solved when you update the driver. Visitors have downloaded this file "DR16KS09.zip" 4,296 times with an aggregate rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on 49 reviews. Our users report success installing this driver update on PCs running Windows XP. The total disk space used for this update is 623.3 KB.
SOHW-1693S
Windows 2003, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows NT4, Windows ME, Windows 98SE, Windows 98
KS09 (23-Jun-2005)
Firmware update for LITE-ON DVDRW SOHW-1693S. Close everything, remove media, run executable. Adds support for more media.
fsm (DG Member) on 3-Aug-2005
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Tech Tip: If you are having trouble deciding which is the right driver, try the LiteOn Driver Update Utility. It is a software utility which automatically finds and downloads the right driver.
To find the newest driver, you may need to visit the LiteOn website. Most major device manufacturers update their drivers regularly.
After downloading your new driver, it's time to install it. For Windows users, the built-in Device Manager is your go-to tool for managing system devices and drivers. Here's how to use it:
Right-click the Start button to open the Quick Access menu.
Select "Device Manager" from the list of options.
In the Device Manager window, locate the device that needs updating.
Right-click on the device name and choose "Update driver" from the context menu.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
Once the installation is complete, restart your computer to ensure the new driver is properly integrated and functional.
This simple process helps keep your system running smoothly and maintains compatibility with your hardware components.
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The following files are found inside the driver download file.
Name | Size | Date |
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KS09.EXE | 635.9 KB | 23 Jun 2005 |