I recently installed a software package that took the liberty of "updating" my CD and DVD device drivers. Now, neither drive works. They are recognized by Windows XP Pro at startup, and Windows tries to install the "new hardware". However, it is unable to find drivers for either drive, even with a search of the Windows website. I've tried to find out exactly which files were replaced with no success. Short of reinstalling XP, I'm out of options. Any ideas??
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Recovering CD- & DVD-ROM Drivers
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Hola,
there are only generic Microsoft Drivers for CD/DVD ROMS... that are inherit in Windows XP...
I would suggest that you do a repair install... as there seems to be a few files missing or your Registry has been corrupted (upper and Lower filters)...
you may also try out the FAQ section (PC Hardware - General Discussion) there are two FAQs listed that cover the loss of CD/DVD drives, which has to do with the REGISTRY... faq602-5358 and faq602-5328 ...
Ben
If it works don't fix it! If it doesn't use a sledgehammer...
there are only generic Microsoft Drivers for CD/DVD ROMS... that are inherit in Windows XP...
I would suggest that you do a repair install... as there seems to be a few files missing or your Registry has been corrupted (upper and Lower filters)...
you may also try out the FAQ section (PC Hardware - General Discussion) there are two FAQs listed that cover the loss of CD/DVD drives, which has to do with the REGISTRY... faq602-5358 and faq602-5328 ...
Ben
If it works don't fix it! If it doesn't use a sledgehammer...
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