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| 40461 | 2002-03-25 23:43:00 | I am wanting to install a CD-R on my 3 year old Gateway PC. I am as thick as the proverbial pig stuff and as old as Methusula but want to do this myself. Any traps or pitfalls I should know about before I start?? | Guest (0) | ||
| 40462 | 2002-03-26 00:37:00 | Static damage. Have you done any work inside your computer before? I assume you're installing an internal CD-RW. JM |
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| 40463 | 2002-03-26 01:22:00 | Thanks for your reply. Yes it is an internal CD-R and no I have not peeked inside my PC. I am aware of the static damage factor, and will also get an earthing strap before I start | Guest (0) | ||
| 40464 | 2002-03-26 03:14:00 | If you alreadt have a CD reader then: Make sure: 1) the CD drive is set to 'master' and the CDR other to 'slave' on the jumper settings on the HD drives. (or the other way round ie one master + one slave) 2) the cable plugs (IDE and Power) are well seated - it is easy for them not to be connecting. 3) BIOS settings to see the 2nd drive have been checked and drive is visible to the BIOS. CD drives usually use a second IDE cable - not same as the HHD string - depends on how old the mother board is. I also find it best to work on an old cotton (not polyester) sheet or something so when little screws etc drop you can find them again :-) Make sure power is switched off at wall and plug is out before you open anything. |
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