hey!! well... i had a similar case with my HDD a short time before... one chip was in-flames ... i went to this "IT Specialist" store... they offered to replace the chip for $15, or replace the whole board for $18..... if u have such stores in Bosnia, they might have replacemet boards for LG Burners... and it would cost u for less than 50% of a new drive's price ... and u might enjoy ur old lady's company again