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CD-ROM, Read or Write

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by meridenscrafts

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When I let windows xp do an windows update, my CD-Rom would not read or write anymore. It tells me I have an I/0 error. I never touched the IRQ, I tried to update the driver for this CDROM_ CD/DVD read writer. I loved the way it read all my cds, rip them and rewrite them for our music ministry.
Can anyone help

nanse

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by nicknielsen

An I/O error sounds more like a hardware issue than a software issue. If you can, install the drive in another PC and see if the error follows the drive.
You may also wish to obtain and install the most current BIOS for your motherboard.

Other factors to consider:
How old is the drive?
Is it recognizing that disks are inserted? Has it been cleaned?
Have you tried the CD that failed in that drive in another drive?

Unless the drive is less than a year old, your best option may be to simply purchase a new one.

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