I encountered my problem after installing Windows XP, which I really like (after getting most of the "compatibility" problems worked out). My pc does not recognize my CD & Zip Drive. System is as follows:
Compaq Presario 5868
AMD K-7 Processor
256 Ram
20 GB HD
DVD
CD-ROM
Internal Zip Drive
I have tried every configuration possible. The Primary IDE is connected to the hard drive and the DVD, which work fine. I have connected the second connector to the CD-ROM and it worked, also to the Zip where it worked great. I have manually set up the Primary Slave and Secondary Master/Slave settings several times, depending on how the inside was configured.
I think my problem is the Secondary IDE controller. How can I tell if it is working? Can I use it to connect the hard drive and DVD as on the Primary IDE or does it screw up the BIOS, or something worse (if there is any such thing)?
The System Info shows the controller. I have updated the driver to Secondary IDE/ESDI controller - did not work - rolled it back and still did not work. All peripherals work when connected as master to the Primary IDE. ?????
I appreciate any help you may give. Thanks!
T2LE
Compaq Presario 5868
AMD K-7 Processor
256 Ram
20 GB HD
DVD
CD-ROM
Internal Zip Drive
I have tried every configuration possible. The Primary IDE is connected to the hard drive and the DVD, which work fine. I have connected the second connector to the CD-ROM and it worked, also to the Zip where it worked great. I have manually set up the Primary Slave and Secondary Master/Slave settings several times, depending on how the inside was configured.
I think my problem is the Secondary IDE controller. How can I tell if it is working? Can I use it to connect the hard drive and DVD as on the Primary IDE or does it screw up the BIOS, or something worse (if there is any such thing)?
The System Info shows the controller. I have updated the driver to Secondary IDE/ESDI controller - did not work - rolled it back and still did not work. All peripherals work when connected as master to the Primary IDE. ?????
I appreciate any help you may give. Thanks!
T2LE