win1-1-1: How to Cause CD Player to Play Audio CDs Automatically
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If the Auto Insert Notification option is disabled or unavailable, audio compact discs (CDs) are not played automatically. Instead, you must start CD Player and then click Play. This article describes how to cause audio CDs to be played automatically when you start CD Player.
To cause an audio CD to be played as soon as you start CD Player, follow these steps:
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win1-1-2: How to Copy Files and
Programs from a CD-ROM to a Hard Disk (Article Q259252 )
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This article describes how to copy files and programs from a CD-ROM to a hard disk. The following topics are included in this article:
When you install a program from a CD-ROM, files are automatically copied to your hard disk; you should not have to perform any additional actions or copy any additional files to your hard disk. However, it may be useful to copy files from a CD-ROM to a hard disk (for example, to view files at a higher speed, to permit alteration of the files, and so on). To copy files from a CD-ROM to a hard disk:
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copy *.* c:\drivers
exit
Most programs you install from CD-ROM cannot be copied to a hard disk. Instead, most or all of the files are automatically copied to the hard disk when you install the program from the CD-ROM. Because of this, you do not typically need to perform any additional copying to use your program on your hard disk. Note that some Setup programs can be run after you copy the Setup files to a "flat" folder on your hard disk. For additional information about installing a program from a flat folder on your hard disk, click the article number below to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:
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How to Install Windows 95 from a Hard Disk
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win1-1-3: Top Articles for Windows 98 ( Article Q187602 )
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You will find a huge list of MS articles but they are not "Click-able". One option would be to open a second window and go here. You do do not need to select a product in Section 1, in Section 2 select "Specific Article Number", in Section 3 type in the the number, example Q187602
win1-1-4: Explanation of Error Codes Generated by Device Manager ( Article Q125174 )
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win1-1-5: How to Perform Clean-Boot Trouble Shooting Windows 98 (Article Q192926)
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win1-1-6: How to Perform Clean-Boot Trouble Shooting Windows Me ( Article Q267288 )
How to Perform a Clean Boot in Windows Millennium EditionThe information in this article applies to:
SUMMARYThis article describes how to disable common startup programs, settings, and drivers to
troubleshoot issues in Windows Millennium Edition (Me). This procedure is known as
"clean booting."
MORE INFORMATIONSearch the Microsoft Knowledge Base for information about your specific issue before following the steps in this article. This information is not intended to troubleshoot specific issues. If you are receiving a specific error message or behavior, search the Microsoft Knowledge Base by using the text of the error message and a description of the issue or behavior. The Microsoft Knowledge Base is available at the following Microsoft Web site:
How to Perform a Clean Boot in Windows Me
How to Return from a Clean Boot State
Categories That Are Disabled in a Clean Boot
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win1-1-7: How to Troubleshoot Using the Msconfig Utility with Windows 98 (Article Q281965 )
How to Troubleshoot Using the Msconfig Utility with Windows 98The information in this article applies to:
SUMMARYThis article describes how to use the Microsoft System Configuration (Msconfig) utility to troubleshoot configuration errors in Windows 98 and Windows 98 Second Edition.
MORE INFORMATIONThe Msconfig utility automates the routine troubleshooting steps that Microsoft
Technical Support engineers use when they diagnose issues with the Windows 98 and Windows
98 Second Edition configuration. When you use this tool to modify the system
configuration, you are prompted to select check boxes to eliminate issues that do not
pertain to your configuration. This process reduces the risk of typing errors that can
occur if you use Microsoft Notepad and Microsoft System Configuration Editor.
To prevent any of these items from loading when you restart the computer, use either of the following methods:
To ensure that all of the configuration files and all the items that are listed in
those files are loaded, click the General tab, and then click Normal startup.
For additional information about advanced troubleshooting settings, click the article number below to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:
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win1-1-8: Poor Performance from CD-ROM-Based Program (Article Q141368 )
Poor Performance from CD-ROM-Based ProgramThe information in this article applies to:
SYMPTOMSWhen you run a program that accesses a CD-ROM drive, you may notice that the program is not performing optimally. You may notice slow data transfer in a business or reference program, or skipping or slow audio and video in a multimedia program.
CAUSEThis behavior can occur when the Supplemental Cache Size and Optimize Access Pattern For settings are not be set correctly for your CD-ROM drive.
RESOLUTIONTo resolve this issue, follow these steps improve your CD-ROM drive's performance:
NOTE: If you are using real-mode drivers for your CD-ROM drive, these settings have no effect.
MORE INFORMATIONThe supplemental cache is used to hold path table, directory, and file information. It
is a passive cache holding data that has been accessed and may be accessed again.
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win1-1-9: Problems with VCOMM After Standby (Article Q239787 )
Problems with VCOMM After StandbyThe information in this article applies to:
SYMPTOMSYou may have problems getting the modem port to open when you are running diagnostics on the modem half of a WinModem adapter. This behavior may occur after the computer enters Standby mode, you wake the computer, and you then run the diagnostics again.
RESOLUTIONA supported fix is now available from Microsoft, but it is only intended to correct the
problem described in this article and should be applied only to systems experiencing this
specific problem.
NOTE: In special cases, charges that are normally incurred for support calls may
be canceled, if a Microsoft Support Professional determines that a specific update will
resolve your problem. Normal support costs will apply to additional support questions and
issues that do not qualify for the specific update in question. Date Time Version Size File name Platform --------------------------------------------------------------- 6/25/99 12:51:29pm 4.10.2017 33,107 Vcomm.vxd Windows 98
STATUSMicrosoft has confirmed this to be a problem in the Microsoft products listed at the beginning of this article. Additional query words: power management Keywords : kbhw win98 |
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SYMPTOMSWhen you attempt to play an audio CD after you use a data CD-ROM, you may receive an error message that states that there is no CD in the drive. The exact error message that is displayed is determined by the program. Some programs, such as Microsoft Windows Media Player 7, may not detect the audio CD even if you eject and reinsert it several times. times. The error message that you receive may be similar to the following sample error message:
This problem occurs only if the Auto Insert Notification option is disabled for the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. This option is typically available on the Settings tab in the properties for the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive.
CAUSEThe CD interpretation layer does not handle the result of an inquiry command, which causes it to report that an audio CD is not supported.
RESOLUTIONA supported fix is now available from Microsoft, but it is only intended to correct the
problem described in this article and should be applied only to systems experiencing this
specific problem.
NOTE: In special cases, charges that are normally incurred for support calls may
be canceled, if a Microsoft Support Professional determines that a specific update will
resolve your problem. Normal support costs will apply to additional support questions and
issues that do not qualify for the specific update in question. Date Time Version Size File name OS ----------------------------------------------------------------- 06/21/2000 12:47pm 4.10.2185 31,931 Cdvsd.vxd Windows 98 06/21/2000 12:33pm 4.10.2224 32,443 Cdvsd.vxd Windows 98 Second Edition
When this behavior occurs, try removing and reinserting the audio CD to resolve the issue.
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win1-1-11: CD-R/CD-RW/DVD-R Default Functionality and Software for Windows 2000 (Article Q 260992)
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SUMMARYThis article describes the default functionality in Windows 2000 for CD-R, CD-RW, and
DVD-R devices. It also describes third-party "burner" software that is known to
support Windows 2000.
MORE INFORMATIONThe built-in Windows 2000 drivers for CD-R, CD-RW, and DVD-R devices treat them as
read-only devices. Note that no version of Microsoft Windows to date (Windows 2000,
Microsoft Windows NT, Microsoft Windows 98, Microsoft Windows 95, or Microsoft Windows
3.x) natively supports the ability to write to CD-R, CD-RW, or DVD-R devices. Writing to
(or "burning") these devices requires third-party drivers and software in
Windows 2000. Third-Party SoftwareThe following third-party software is known to support Windows 2000. Adaptec CD-R Software
Adaptec Easy CD Creator version 3.5b or earlier, and Adaptec DirectCD versions 3.0 or earlier, are not supported on Windows 2000-based computers and may encounter problems if you install them. For additional information, click the article number below to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:
Visit the following Adaptec Web site for additional information and to obtain support updates and patches for Easy CD Creator and DirectCD:
The third-party contact information included in this article is provided to help you
find the technical support you need. This contact information is subject to change without
notice. Microsoft in no way guarantees the accuracy of this third-party contact
information. Software Architects
Visit the following Software Architects Web site for support and updates:
The third-party contact information included in this article is provided to help you
find the technical support you need. This contact information is subject to change without
notice. Microsoft in no way guarantees the accuracy of this third-party contact
information. Golden Hawk Technology
Visit the following Golden Hawk Technology Web site for support and updates:
The third-party contact information included in this article is provided to help you
find the technical support you need. This contact information is subject to change without
notice. Microsoft in no way guarantees the accuracy of this third-party contact
information. Nero by Ahead Software
Visit the following Nero Web site for support and updates:
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find the technical support you need. This contact information is subject to change without
notice. Microsoft in no way guarantees the accuracy of this third-party contact
information. Gear Software B.V.
These versions support Windows 2000 with the Gear software drivers installed. Visit the following Gear Web sites for support and updates/patches for Gear CD-R/DVD Software:
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win1-1-12: DVD Device Reports Drive/Disc Error Until Media Is Reinserted (Article Q223809)
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SYMPTOMSIf there is a DVD disc in the DVD player when you start Windows 98 and all of the computer's IRQs are in use, you may receive the following error message when you start the MediaMatics Express player:
After you eject and reinsert the disc, or you query the drive using Windows Explorer, the problem no longer occurs.
CAUSEThe Installable File System Manager (IFSMGR) is improperly handling Plug and Play rebalancing.
RESOLUTIONA supported fix is now available from Microsoft, but it is only intended to correct the
problem described in this article and should be applied only to systems experiencing this
specific problem. This fix may receive additional testing at a later time, to further
ensure product quality. Therefore, if you are not severely affected by this problem,
Microsoft recommends that you wait for the next Windows 98 service pack that contains this
fix.
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be canceled, if a Microsoft Support Professional determines that a specific update will
resolve your problem. Normal support costs will apply to additional support questions and
issues that do not qualify for the specific update in question. Date Time Version Size File name ------------------------------------------------- 03/17/99 09:28p 4.10.2000 185,926 Ifsmgr.vxd
STATUSMicrosoft has confirmed this to be a problem in the Microsoft products listed at the beginning of this article. This problem was corrected in Windows 98 Second Edition.
MORE INFORMATIONThis problem is known to occur on the IBM ThinkPad 600E notebook computer using Windows
98 when all IRQs are consumed by hardware. If all of the IRQs are not used, the problem
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win1-1-13: No Sound from DVD after Clean Windows Me Install on Dell Inspiron 7000 (Article Q259990)
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SYMPTOMSAfter you perform a "clean" installation of Windows Millennium Edition (Me)
on a Dell Inspiron 7000 computer that has a DVD drive and a Luxsonor DVD decoder card, you
may not hear sound from a DVD movie even though the driver for the decoder card is
installed and all other system sounds work.
CAUSEThe default Windows Driver Model (WDM) audio driver that is included with Windows Me does not support DVD audio.
RESOLUTIONDownload and install the latest audio driver for the computer from the Dell Support Web
site (http://support.dell.com),
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win1-1-14: Description of DVD Player in Windows Me (Article Q 272985)
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SUMMARYMicrosoft Windows Millennium Edition (Windows Me) includes a redesigned version of
Microsoft Windows 98 Digital Video Disc (DVD) Player. Unlike the Windows 98 version, the
new Windows Me version supports software decoding for playback of DVD movies without a
dedicated decoder card.
A Pentium II 333 megahertz (MHz) processor or higher is required for the software
decoding of DVDs.
Windows Me DVD Player also includes the ability to capture still images from movie playback as long as the software or hardware decoder supports this feature as well. If your decoder card or software decoder does not support still image capture, you receive the following message:
MORE INFORMATIONFor additional information about DVD Player, click the article numbers below to view the articles in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:
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