Unable to Access CD-ROM with CD-ROM Changer

ID: Q186821


The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Windows NT Workstation version 4.0
  • Microsoft Windows NT Server version 4.0
  • Microsoft Windows NT Server, Enterprise Edition version 4.0


SYMPTOMS

When you access a CD-ROM on your Windows NT-based computer, files on the CD-ROM may show a file size of zero bytes. You may also be unable to access any data on the CD-ROM.


CAUSE

This behavior can occur with a CD-ROM changer if the CDaudio device is enabled.


RESOLUTION

To work around this issue, use the following steps:

  1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.


  2. Double-click Devices.


  3. Click Cdaudio, and then click Startup.


  4. Click Disabled, click OK, and then click Close.


  5. Restart your computer.


Keywords : kbenv kbhw ntfilesys
Version : WINNT:4.0
Platform : winnt
Issue type : kbprb


Last Reviewed: February 10, 1999
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