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Troubleshooting CD/DVD problems


STEP 1
Download and install the driver for GEAR software

1

Download the GEAR driver.

Save the file onto the Windows desktop.

2

On your Windows desktop, double-click Driver_Installer_x86_x64.exe.

3

When the Open File - Security Warning appears, click Run.

If the User Account Control alert appears, click Allow.

4

In the GEAR driver installer window, click Next.

5

Read the License Agreement, click I accept the terms in the license agreement, and then click Next.

6

Enter the User Name and Organization, and then click Next.

7

Click Install.

8

When you see the message "The InstallShield Wizard has successfully installed GEAR driver...", click Finish.

9

Restart the computer.

STEP 2
Download and run the CD/DVD drive fix tool.

1

Download the FIXCD file.

Save the file onto the Windows Desktop.

2

On the Windows desktop, double-click the fixcd.reg.

3

Click Yes.

5

Click OK.

6

Exit all programs and restart the computer.

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DOCID: 20080929165146EN
Operating System: Windows Vista,Windows XP
Last modified: 1/29/09
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