yo, my computer sucks, im supposed to be able to burn cds, but it says i have no software, i have a pentium D modem, i need help, i got it specially ordered
2006-10-27 09:28:34 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
it keeps saying disc burner or software not available...
2006-10-27 09:37:28 · update #1
nevermind, i figured out how to get them on the cd, but cant get the CD to play
2006-10-27 10:44:06 · update #2
First of all, Pentium D is your processor.
Normally the CD burning software comes pre-installed with your Dell but apparently something went wrong.
If at any point you don't feel comfortable continuing this, call Dell support.
Start by checking if you have any misinstalled devices by..
- click on Start->Control Panel->(classic mode)->System->Hardware tab
- click on Device Manager
- take a look for anything that stands out of the rest like a yellow check mark or question mark, as well as red X. If that's the case, insert the CD for the device, right click the item with the error, and choose Update Driver
- do all your Windows updates by going to http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com
- then look in Start->All Programs (or Programs) for a program that could be used to burn DVDs. If it's not there, look in your CDs and if you have the disk, install it.
Hope this helps!
2006-10-27 09:38:50 · answer #1 · answered by juliepelletier 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i have a dell and couldn't be happier. i would recommend calling dell, or emailing, and telling them that you think that something went wrong. even if your drive can burn Cd's you will still need software to tell the burner how to do it. good luck
2006-10-27 16:31:57 · answer #2 · answered by drcarson 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
XP will burn CD's, but maybe not like you want. If you are simply copying files to CD, then XP will do that. Just open a folder for that CD and copy to it. It actually copies the files to a temp folder then you select "File" and "Write files to CD".
2006-10-27 16:37:06 · answer #3 · answered by philrobeson 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Windows XP has built in cd burning capability. Does you pc rom drive day CDR, CDRW, DVDR, or DVDRW. If so you can burn cds. There are alot of free cd burning progs. Just google or check out sourceforge.
2006-10-27 16:34:55 · answer #4 · answered by Kosmo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a Dell and I agree they SUCK!! My printer quit working and now I am stuck will $60 of ink and no warranty. Oh, and just so you know have fun paying off the bill. Mine was down to $100 and all of a sudden it was back up to $600 and no one can tell me why!
2006-10-27 16:41:08 · answer #5 · answered by veronica_pilcher 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Call the company. I have an Inspiron 1300. The only problem I have is that it freezes up once or twice a month.
2006-10-27 16:33:00 · answer #6 · answered by Ivy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call Dell immediately.
2006-10-27 16:34:21 · answer #7 · answered by cl94 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dell Sucks. Never delivered on its promises. Sold it.
2006-10-27 17:00:13 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
go on downloads.com and get something like NeroSmartStart thats a CD burning program.
2006-10-27 16:31:37 · answer #9 · answered by Kri$ 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
dell computer is good i got a dell and had the same problem,called them and they rectified it that same day,permit them to link to my computer and the technician remove and reinstalled the software and it is working fine,they have very good technical support,very professional and patience,give them a call you will be happy with their service,keep your dell!!
2006-10-27 16:51:15 · answer #10 · answered by tan e 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋