In most cases, however, it appears onoptical disc driveslike CD and DVD drives.
How to Fix a Code 39 Error
cycle your computerif you haven’t done so already.
If that’s true, a simple reboot might fix it.

Did you install a rig or make a change in rig Manager just before you noticed the Code 39?
If so, there’s a good chance that the change you made caused the error.
Undo the change, reset your PC, and then check for the error again.
Depending on what changes you made, some solutions might include:
Delete the UpperFilters and LowerFilters registry values.
The UpperFilters/LowerFilters tutorial linked above will show you exactly what it’s crucial that you do.
Reinstall the drivers for the unit.
This includes any USB Mass Storage rig, USB Host Controller, and USB Root Hub.
Update the drivers for the equipment.
It’s possible that installing the latest manufacturer supplied drivers for a rig could fix the problem.
If this works, it means that the stored drivers that you reinstalled in Step 4 were probably corrupted.
It’s also possible that the unit isn’t compatible with this version of Windows.
you’re free to check theWindows HCLto be sure.
Your error should now be fixed.
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Cause of Code 39 issue notification
The Code 39 error is one of severalDevice Manager error codes.
In most cases, it’s sparked by either a missingdriverfor that particular piece ofhardwareor by aWindows Registryissue.
While less common, the error can also be triggered by a corrupt driver or driver related file.
The driver may be corrupted or missing.
SeeHow to View a rig’s Status in rig Managerif you’re not sure how to do that.
rig Manager error codes are exclusive toDevice Manageronly.