No Sound Playing Audio CDs with Philips CD-ROM Drive

Last reviewed: May 1, 1997
Article ID: Q150857

95 WINDOWS kbmm kbhw

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Windows 95

SYMPTOMS

When you try to play audio CDs using a Philips CM 205 Multisession, CM 206, or CM 207 CD-ROM drive, no music can be heard.

CAUSE

This problem is caused by an ATAPI firmware incompatibility between the Philips CD-ROM drive and the Windows 95 protected-mode driver.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this problem, please contact Philips to inquire about obtaining updated drivers that allow audio CDs to be played.

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KBSubcategory: win95 windrvr
Additional reference words: 95
Keywords : win95 windrvr kbhw kbmm
Version : 95
Platform : WINDOWS

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Last reviewed: May 1, 1997
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