cd & dvd drives dissapeared.

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Thanks carey .. All ok now ;o))

Thank you...

"Carey Frisch [MVP]" wrote:

> CD-ROM Access Is Missing and Messages Cite Error Code 31, ­Code 32,
> Code 19, or Code 39 After You Remove Easy CD Creator in Wi­ndows XP
> http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;314060
>
> To resolve this issue, follow these steps:
>
> 1. Start Registry Editor (Regedt32.exe).
> [Start > Run and type: REGEDIT , and hit enter]
>
> 2. Locate the UpperFilters value under the following key in the registry:
>
> HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Class\{4D36E965-E325-11CE-BFC1-08002BE10318}
>
> 3. On the Edit menu, click Delete, and then click OK.
>
> 4. Locate the LowerFilters value under the same key in the registry:
>
> HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Class\{4D36E965-E325-11CE-BFC1-08002BE10318}
>
> 5. On the Edit menu, click Delete, and then click OK.
>
> 6. Quit Registry Editor.NOTE: After you remove the Upperfilters value and the Lowerfilters value,
> if you notice lost functionality in a particular program, such as CD recording software, you may need
> to reinstall that software. If the problem recurs, consult with the software vendor for assistance.
>
> 7. Restart your computer.
>
> --
> Carey Frisch
> Microsoft MVP
> Windows XP - Shell/User
> Microsoft Newsgroups
>
> Get Windows XP Service Pack 2 with Advanced Security Technologies:
> http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/protect/window...
>
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>
> "MYK" wrote:
>
> | Hi.
> |
> | I have a dvd player & a cd burner fitted that have worked perfectly for ages.
> |
> | Now when i boot up they seem to have gone ;o(
> |
> | They dont show up in my computer..In properties it says ....A driver
> | (service) for this device has been disabled. An alternate driver may be
> | providing this functionality. (Code 32) ??? Anyone help ??
> |
> | I have added no software or anything new ;o(
> |
> | Thanks...
>
>