It does sound like you covered all your bases. If your getting an icon on the channels menu then it does sound like it is partially working. That is at leaset a somewhat positive sign.
I dont have Wasabi chip so not sure if any updates are needed. Looking at their site it does not appear so. I am taking it that the laptop is the only system you have? If so probably an external dvd burner is going to be your only hope. I think any new model DVD burner should do the trick. I would stick with LG if possible they have always been spot on for me. I have had a couple Sony ones fail on me and my Samsung has issues with LightScribe sometimes. Here is a link to one on NewEgg for under $60 with Lightscribe. I cant say it is going to work for sure but I would say it has a farily good chance.
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