Gateway 7210 Manual De Usuario

CD problems          

The sound card may not 
be installed correctly

Open the system, then reseat the sound card. 
Make sure that the cables are connected 
properly. Some systems do not have sound 
cards because sound capabilities are built into 
the system board.

The CD drive audio 
cable may be installed 
incorrectly

Open the system and make sure that the 
cables are connected properly. Some systems 
do not have sound cards because sound 
capabilities are built into the system board.

The CD is not intended 
for PC use

Make sure that the disc is PC compatible.

The CD is loaded 
incorrectly

Make sure that the label is facing up, then try 
again.

The CDD is scratched or 
dirty

Try cleaning the CD with a lint-free cloth. Make 
sure the disk is not scratched.

The CD drive needs to 
be added as new 
hardware

In the Control Panel window (Start | 
Settings | Control Panel), double-click Add 
New Hardware. Follow the on-screen 
instructions for adding the drive. If you are not 
experienced with this procedure, call Gateway 
Client Care.

The secondary IDE 
device may be disabled

Restart your computer, then press

 F1

 to enter 

the BIOS Setup utility program. From the 
Advanced | IDE Configuration menu, set the 
IDE Controller to Both and the Secondary 
IDE Master to Auto.

The CD drive cables are 
not installed correctly

Open the system, then make sure all cables 
between the IDE controller and the CD drive 
are correctly connected.

The CD drive may be 
defective

Replace the CD drive.

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