My PC is acting strange.

[DSTM]

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[maynardvdm]

Hi

 

Here is a picture of the jumper at the back :

http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh257/maynardvdm/dvd4.jpg

[Guest Wolfeymole]

Check this also Doug

 

http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z144/Wolfeymoles-Pics/FPCH%20files/jumpers.jpg

 

and this;

 

http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z144/Wolfeymoles-Pics/FPCH%20files/harddrive.jpg

[DSTM]

Thanks for that will have a look and get back.Great help.:)

[maynardvdm]

Hi

 

Ok I just want to know where we are on this tell me yes or no

 

1. The DVD rom opens and closes.

 

2. It can't read any cd or dvd's.

[DSTM]

1 Yes- opens and closes OK

2 No-nix

 

I had to pull out again.

The letters are C S M

S L Adirectly underneath.

 

M and A have a bridge.

Only has 6 pins Wolfey,not 8.

Hope this helps.

[maynardvdm]

This means it is set to master. Which is OK.

 

Edit: Is the DVD rom at the end of the cable or in the middle?

[DSTM]

Single flat cable.Own Cable.DVD ROM on end.

Burns OK.Thanks Maynard.

[maynardvdm]

I dont know if you've tried this but put a disk in which you know has got data on it.

 

Then go to "My computer" and right click on the DVD and select "explore".

 

What does it show you?

 

Have you tried again to boot with the XP disk and does it still not work.

 

Remember to look for "Press any key to boot from CD..." then press any key :)

[DSTM]

Yes,still the same Maynard.Nothing and no press........

Should I buy another unit and try in case the Shop didnt check properly?

I have to some how get this sucker working so I can do an XP Repair,or is there another option?

 

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[Tony D]

You may have a bad cable. Check the ribbon cable going to the CD-ROM at both ends. Make sure they look good and are fully seated.

 

What are the other drives listed?

D, F, and X ....

[maynardvdm]

You may have the CD-ROM image on your pc.

 

To find out if the CD-ROM image is on your machine, search for a folder named I386.

 

There may be several but the one you are looking for will contain close to 7,000 files, two of which will be winnt.exe and winnt32.exe.

 

Then double click the winnt32.exe file.

 

I didnt see the post from Kelly so try what he suggested first.

 

Also Just hear what Seth or AdvancedSetup think of this idea. Maybe they see something i'm missing.

[DSTM]

Will check Cable now.

Main HDD Partitioned

Second HDD Partitioned "F" contains Acronis Backup of System.

Have Acronis Backup CD which I cant use.

Is it worth a shot to transfer F Acronis backup to C ?

Clicked on search> C Drive> Files> 1386 >No results.

Other 2 exe search,nothing either.

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Edited March 26, 2008 by DSTM

[maynardvdm]

Hi

Its an "I" not a "1" in I386.

[DSTM]

This is as far as I know what to do.I dont know the next steps.

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[maynardvdm]

Check if the file winnt32.exe is in one of those folders along with a lot of other files.

[DSTM]

Hi Maynard,I clicked on every Link and opened,and definately couldn't find either EXE File.Even double checked.

What,s the solution if it's not there?

Would you suggest I buy another CD-DVD unit and a new IDE cable tomorrow, and see if that works?

 

Thanks so much Guys, for all your help.

Edited March 26, 2008 by DSTM

[maynardvdm]

Well i dont want to tell you to get a new DVD if your one is working and its just drivers or something.

 

If you can maybe just borrow a CD-ROM(its all you need to run the xp disk). Or you can just get an cable for now.

[DSTM]

I'm taking the Tower to the Shop Maynard,in a few mins and want them to recheck while it's in the tower this time,instead of just the drive.Will get a new cable as they are only cheap here.I'll update asap.

[maynardvdm]

Ok. Will check back later.

[DSTM]

Update. Took the tower into the Shop.CD-DVD Drive was faulty.They fitted a new one on the spot,run the LG Nero disc,and I am delighted it's now working excellent.Didn't think for a minute a good brand would fail in 3 mths.

Like the thank all who helped and stayed with me on this.Much appreciated.:)

This site has a great future, because you guys just dont give up, till a problem is resolved.

Moderators can mark this thread Resolved.

 

PM.Congratulations,Maynard, on your Promotion,to Moderator.Well deserved.

[maynardvdm]

Thanks Doug

 

Good to hear you have got it sorted. :)

[Seth]

Did they end up doing a repair install of XP?

[DSTM]

Hi Seth,I didn't mention that.I was Happy just to get the problem sorted and to get the Drive replaced,and the disc run,on the spot while I waited. I will attempt the XP Repair shortly.At least my PC will read the Windows CD,Now.

I have read the initial do's and don'ts, on the net,and after that as far as I am aware, it's a matter of following the promps,I'm led to believe. If there is something that I should be aware of, by all means would appreciate a heads up,before I try.:) Thanks Again Doug.

[Guest Wolfeymole]

Dougie, what have I said before about a format/reinstallation?

Faint heart mate .........................

Once you start as I have told you before there is no going back and you will be offline.

Once you have done it you'll never look back.