Your drive, stuck on firmware version 1.00 from 2012, has no idea how to talk to modern discs. Updating to a later revision (e.g., 1.03 or 1.04 ) adds new "write strategies" for modern media IDs (MID).
The most reliable source for the official 1.12 firmware update is the NEC 121ware.com portal. The module numbers to look for are:
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Key specifications of the drive include:
Replacement UJ240AS drives are available used for $20–$40. Alternatively, modern external Blu-ray drives (e.g., from Pioneer, LG, or Buffalo) cost around $80–$120 and include newer firmware with broader media support out of the box. Your drive, stuck on firmware version 1
If using a laptop, ensure it is plugged into a wall outlet. Never update on battery power.
https://navitoku.jp/archive/nx-station/support_6001.html (search for module number 6044) The module numbers to look for are: This
The most reliable source is the official support page of your laptop brand. Look for the "Optical Storage" or "CD/DVD Drive" section under downloads for your specific laptop model.
According to official release notes from Panasonic/NEC, the version 1.01 firmware update resolves . Users experiencing discs that spin but are never recognized or timeout during read operations should find improvement with this update.